Supportive Correctional Counselor looking to tackle new responsibilities and build upon skills. Over 4 years of experience as a correctional counselor. Adept at working with habitual and first-time criminal offenders. Skilled at thoroughly interviewing inmates and preparing classified case reports.
Documentation
Active Listening
Effective Communication
Adaptability
Leadership
Case Planning
Individual Counseling
Mental Health Support
Inmate Classification
Offender Assessment
Progress Evaluation
Crisis Intervention Techniques
As a dedicated classification counselor, I consistently engage with my colleagues through both verbal and electronic channels to ensure seamless communication. I have nurtured my skills as a facilitator, actively listening, conducting risk needs assessments, and delivering valuable counseling and information to the residents at MLTC regarding community resources.
Training is essential to ensure that every job is done efficiently. Therefore, I make use of training opportunities when they are offered. My first voluntary training occurred in July 2021 at TCA for iLEAD training, a four-day foundational leadership workshop focusing on front-line staff. I returned later that year, in October 2021, to receive Critical Incident and Stress Management training and was added to MLTC’s CISM team. On May 5th, 2023, I completed TDOC Basic Hostage Negotiation Training and was added to the team.
Critical Incident Stress Management Training - 2 years
Crisis Intervention Team- 8 months
Hostage Negotiation- 1 year
Critical Incident Stress Management Training - 2 years