Precious Newkirk
1140 LakeVictoria Drp,Florida
Summary
Rational Correctional Officer Sergeant with an assertive and firm demeanor. Committed to maintaining ethical and moral standards while supervising and monitoring staff and offenders. Familiar with mental health and behavioral disorders. Excellent knowledge to transport inmates.-oriented Team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Sergeant
GEOGROUP/South Bay Correctional
05.2021 - Current
- Supervised 23 employees and performance of tasks and managed 1,948 offenders.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Handled inmate counts
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Supervised outdoor recreation area, vocational shop and inmate housing unit.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
Correctional Officer
GEOGROUP/South Bay Correctional
12.2019 - Current
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, hospitals and medical appointments.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
Youth Care Worker
Okeechobee Youth Development Center
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.
- Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
- Evaluated needs of youth and outlined measures to address.
- Assisted youth with obtaining resources such as food, clothing and shelter.
- Attended treatment team meetings to discuss youth's mental and behavioral progress.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
Before and After School Counselor
The School District Of Palm Beach Florida
01.2014 - 03.2019
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions.
Cafeteria Worker
Estime & Irvine Staffing
09.2013 - 01.2014
- Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools, and equipment.
- Served food according to temperature, safety, and presentation guidelines.
- Provided exemplary service to students, staff, and visitors.
- Cooked food per recipe requirements in large batches for routine school breakfasts, lunches, and special events.
- Restocked condiments, beverages, and utensils per expected use levels.
Warehouse Associate
SelecSource Staffing Company
08.2012 - 07.2013
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting and stocking merchandise.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
West Palm State College
Belle Glade, FLNo Degree - Corrections
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL02.2021
High School Diploma -
Pahokee High School
Pahokee, FL05.2006
Skills
- Inmate Transport
- Active Listening
- Reading Comprehension
- Rules of Conduct
- Effective Writing
- Inspections
- Search Inmates
- Security Procedures
Certification
Correctional Officer
Timeline
Correctional Sergeant
GEOGROUP/South Bay Correctional
05.2021 - Current
Correctional Officer
GEOGROUP/South Bay Correctional
12.2019 - Current
Youth Care Worker
Okeechobee Youth Development Center
03.2019 - 12.2019
Before and After School Counselor
The School District Of Palm Beach Florida
01.2014 - 03.2019
Cafeteria Worker
Estime & Irvine Staffing
09.2013 - 01.2014
Warehouse Associate
SelecSource Staffing Company
08.2012 - 07.2013
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
West Palm State College
No Degree - Corrections
Palm Beach State College
High School Diploma -
Pahokee High School
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