Ranatha McBean
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Compassionate professional with extensive experience in safeguarding vulnerable populations, including children and adults. Proven expertise in investigation, counseling, and advocacy, with a strong passion for child development and safety. Skilled in policy development and implementation to promote justice, well-being, and empowerment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Baby Nurse
Good Night Moon Agency
Lakewood, NJ
11.2022 - Current
- Provided daily care for infants including changing diapers, bathing, dressing, swaddling and feeding.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for the baby by sterilizing bottles and other materials; washing bedding; tidying up the nursery.
- Kept detailed records of infant's feedings, sleep patterns, growth measurements, milestones achieved and any medical problems.
- Educated parents on proper child development stages such as crawling, walking and talking; instructed parents on how to handle their newborns safely.
Therapist Counselor
Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association
Georgetown, Guyana
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting mental issues and develop treatment plans.
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of stress, emotional distress, and trauma.
- Work through challenging life events/transitions through group therapy sessions using Talk Therapy.
- Enhance self-awareness, self-esteem, and personal growth for clients.
- Conducted mental health assessments with clients in order to determine appropriate interventions and referral for one-on-one counseling.
- Offer support, guidance, and education on laws, policies, and high-risk sexual behaviors.
- Home Visits.
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with referral sources, including governmental agencies, the Guyana Police Force, and the HIV/STD testing sites.
- Documented meetings, interventions and contacts with clients to optimize care.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage client engagement and facilitate behavior change.
Sergeant of Police
Guyana Police Force
Georgetown, Guyana
12.2020 - 06.2022
- Performed duties as the subordinate officer-in-charge of the Trafficking in Persons Unit.
- Assigned, coordinated, and reviewed the work of ranks under my supervision.
- Creation and Implementation of Standard Operational Procedure for Victim-Centered, Intelligence-Led Operation.
- Provide training to Mines Officers, Wardens, Media Personnel, Magistrates, Prosecutors, Members of Civil Society, and other Governmental ministries on Trafficking in Persons.
- Provide training to the Criminal Investigation Inductees Sexual Offences, Trafficking in Persons and The Juvenile Justice Bill.
- Interpreted laws, regulations, policies and procedures to subordinates.
- Performed supervisory duties such as developing goals, evaluating job performance, approving leave requests and maintaining discipline.
- Evaluated the performance of ranks through observation, review of reports, and other methods.
- Collaborated with outside agencies to ensure effective law enforcement services were provided to citizens and are aware of the rights and services available to them.
- Attended court hearings related to criminal cases involving victims of crimes.
- Developed strategies for crime prevention initiatives in collaboration with community organizations, governmental and non-governmental agencies.
- Maintained records of case dispositions, arrests made, hot spots, and other relevant data points as they relate to victims and perpetrators.
- Analyzed crime trends within their jurisdiction to identify areas needing additional resources or conducting operations or sensitization.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
Support Manager
LRRJS Sisterhood Association
Georgetown , Guyana
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Enhanced social integration through vocational training for young mothers
- Equipped adolescent mothers with comprehensive psychological and sexual reproductive health education and rights.
- Trains reintegrated mothers to acquire money-making abilities.
Peer Educator (HIV/AIDS)
Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association
Georgetown, Guyana
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Conducted outreach activities and sensitization seminar within the community on how to reduce high-risk behaviors.
- Encourage members of the key population to practice behaviors that reduce risk and increase the utilization of Health Protective Services.
- Facilitated interactive workshops about safe sex and demonstration of the proper ways to protect oneself.
- Completion of evaluation tools to measure the impact of peer education programs.
Social Worker Intern (Support Group)
University of Guyana
Georgetown , Guyana
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Conducted weekly mental health assessments of elderly persons in and around the Georgetown area during the COVID-19 pandemic via telephone.
- Identified needs and resources of the said clients and advocating for the same from governmental and non-governmental agencies.
- Referred for counseling if and when necessary.
Social Worker Intern
Gentle Women's Home
Georgetown, Guyana
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Facilitated group sessions on topics such as copying skills, anger management, life skills, and stress reduction.
- Provided assistance to the women in completing daily task, cleaning of living environment, and maintaining proper hygiene.
- Conducted assessments of clients' needs, identified resources, and advocated for the same for clients.
- Participation in extracurricular activities with clients, such as reading, tie-dye, gardening, et al.
Liaison Officer
CHILDLINK
Georgetown , Guyana
10.2017 - 02.2020
- Worked with children in institutionalized care from governmental and non-governmental agencies.
- Reintegration of institutionalized children back to family Base Care setting by tackling the root causes of why they were institutionalized.
- Network with family members and various agencies to ensure that all the emotional, physical, and psychological needs of the children are met both in and out of the institution.
Corporal of Police
Guyana Police Force
Georgetown , Guyana
07.2017 - 12.2019
- Performed duties at the Criminal Investigations Department Headquarters as the second-in-charge of the Trafficking in Persons Unit and other criminal offenses.
- Plan and supervised field operations.
- Trained members of the Guyana Police Force on Sexual Offences and Trafficking in Persons.
- Trained members of the Guyana Police Force on Major Case Management.
- Member of the Ministerial Taskforce on Trafficking in Persons in Guyana, and standing member of the 'Action' sub-committee with responsibility to conduct all investigations relating to Trafficking in Persons.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing investigative findings for review by senior staff.
- Provided mentorship and professional development opportunities for junior officers.
- Reviewed case files prior to trial proceedings for accuracy and completeness.
- Delivered evidence, which supported prosecutors in prosecution cases.
- Evaluated evidence for validity and admissibility and provided testimony during criminal court hearings.
Constable Of Police
Guyana Police Force
Georgetown , Guyana
09.2010 - 07.2017
- Conduct investigation into summary offenses, gathering evidence, and conducting interviews.
- Performed duties as a criminal detective at several police stations, investigating indictable crimes and sexual offenses.
- Performed duties as the Detective in charge of the Sexual Offences Unit.
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
- Seconded to the Ministry of Social Protection as the Police operational coordinator and liaison on Trafficking in Persons operations and victim reintegration.
Education
Certificate - Effective Communication
Clarke's Production
Georgetown, Guyana 07-2022
Certificate - Human Relations
University of Guyana
Patterson, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown 09-2021
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Guyana
Patterson, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown 01-2021
Associate in Science - Social of Work
University of Guyana
Patterson Turkeyen, East Coast Demerara, Guyana 11-2019
Industrial Relations And Social Studies
Critchlow Labour College
Georgetown, Guyana08-2017
Caribbean Council Examination - Mathematics And English
Critchlow Labour College
Georgetown, Guyana 06-2017
Skills
- Intervention Planning
- Conflict Resolution
- Building rapport
- Progress assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Investigative research
- Problem Solving
- Treatment Planning
- Client Confidentiality
- Data Interpretation
- Advocacy
- Computer Literacy
- Interview techniques
- Cultural awareness
- Undercover Investigations
- Report Preparation
- Training delivery
- Mentoring abilities
- Program implementation
Professional Courses
- Criminal Investigation Department Induction Course No.1/2011
- Victim Identification and Referral for Trafficking in Persons- INTERPOL
- Proactive and Reactive Investigations in Trafficking in Persons - INTERPOL
- Investigative Skills to Combat Trafficking in Persons (Parts 1&2) - INTERPOL
- Train the Trainer - International Office of Migration (IOM)
- Major Case Management and Investigator Training- Justice Education Society (JES)
- Key Opinion Leader - Justice Education Society (JES)
- Train the Trainer - Justice Education Society (JES)
- Sexual Investigation Techniques - Justice Education Society (JES)
- Blood Splatter Recognition Course - Justice Education Society (JES)
Online Courses
- Certificate in Managing Gender Base Violence in Emergencies- Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association (GRPA)
- Certificate in Minimum Initial Service Package for Reproductive Health in Crisis Situation- Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association (GRPA)
- Certificate in Fraud and Corruption Awareness and Prevention - Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association (GRPA)
- Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse- Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association (GRPA)
- Certificate in Peer Education- Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association (GRPA)
Timeline
Baby Nurse
Good Night Moon Agency
11.2022 - Current
Therapist Counselor
Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association
01.2022 - 06.2022
Support Manager
LRRJS Sisterhood Association
06.2021 - 01.2022
Sergeant of Police
Guyana Police Force
12.2020 - 06.2022
Peer Educator (HIV/AIDS)
Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association
08.2020 - 12.2020
Social Worker Intern (Support Group)
University of Guyana
05.2020 - 08.2020
Social Worker Intern
Gentle Women's Home
04.2020 - 07.2020
Liaison Officer
CHILDLINK
10.2017 - 02.2020
Corporal of Police
Guyana Police Force
07.2017 - 12.2019
Constable Of Police
Guyana Police Force
09.2010 - 07.2017
Certificate - Effective Communication
Clarke's Production
Certificate - Human Relations
University of Guyana
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Guyana
Associate in Science - Social of Work
University of Guyana
Industrial Relations And Social Studies
Critchlow Labour College
Caribbean Council Examination - Mathematics And English
Critchlow Labour College
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