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Magdi Wasif

Nolensville,TN

Summary

Supportive Correctional Counselor looking to tackle new responsibilities and build upon skills over 9 years as a counselor. Adept at working with habitual and first-time criminal offenders. Skilled at thoroughly interviewing inmates and preparing classified case reports.

Experienced with developing personalized rehabilitation plans. Utilizes conflict resolution and crisis management strategies to maintain a safe environment, track record of effective communication, and support in high-pressure situations.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Counselor 2

Lois M. Deberry Special Needs Facility
03.2025 - Current
  • Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to support inmate rehabilitation efforts.
  • Developed and implemented treatment plans tailored to inmates' needs and goals.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess inmate progress and program effectiveness.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among inmates, promoting a safer correctional environment.
  • Monitored inmate behavior, identifying at-risk individuals for intervention strategies.
  • Completes classification/reclassification and/or risk-needs assessments for offenders.
  • Evaluates all offender records, case notes, and information to ensure compliance with all applicable standards, laws, policies, and rules of, high-ranking Correctional Counselor.
  • Schedules outside services to assist with offender transition from prison to the community.
  • Provided crisis intervention services as needed, de-escalating potentially dangerous situations involving inmate conflicts or self-harm incidents.
  • Maintained accurate records of all counseling sessions, assessments, and case plan updates in adherence with state regulations and facility policies.
  • Enhanced facility safety with thorough assessments of inmate mental health and risk levels, ensuring appropriate placement in programs and housing units.
  • Supported positive change within the correctional environment by actively participating in staff training sessions focused on effective communication techniques and conflict resolution strategies.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams comprised of correctional officers, medical personnel, and other counselors to address complex needs of diverse inmate populations effectively.

Addiction Counselor

St. Joseph Counseling Addict
08.2019 - 03.2025
  • Developed professional relationships with referring agencies to improve communication related to intakes and to increase business for facility.
  • Led individual and group counseling sessions to meet variety of therapeutic needs for recovering individuals.
  • Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
  • Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
  • Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
  • Provided professional services and support in dynamic work environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Maintain reports on offender history, progress, adjustment, rule violations, visitations, recommendations for special visits, other related statistics, and record risk-needs assessments for quality assurance.

Correctional Officer 2

Lois M De Berry Special Needs Facility
07.2014 - 03.2025

Managed the daily operation of the facility and staff

Prepared assignment shift roster; trained and completed staff performance evaluation.

Reviewed facility reports and logs generated by the command center officer to ensure documentation of daily activities within facility

Inspected post assignments and initial post orders for accuracy

Investigated incidents involving staff and inmates; prepared findings and made recommendations.

  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
  • Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
  • Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.

Family Counselor

St. Joseph Family Counsel Center
05.2014 - 03.2025
  • Assisted clients in locating resources for housing services and financial assistance.
  • Delivered counseling services to families and couples dealing with familial issues.
  • Countered problematic behavior with healthy alternatives to enhance mental, emotional and physical wellness and increase energy.
  • Performed individual and group psychotherapy and conducted teletherapy sessions to help clients pinpoint emotions underlying personal and relational conflicts.
  • Garnered excellent reviews from individuals and couples and maintained long-term counseling relationships to provide ongoing care and support.
  • Encouraged individuals and family members to develop and use skills and strategies for constructively confronting problems.
  • Counseled clients on concerns such as unsatisfactory relationships, divorce and separation or financial difficulties.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
  • Assisted clients in locating resources for housing services and financial assistance

Medical Interpreter

Vanderbilt Clinic
04.2003 - 06.2014
  • Followed ethical codes to protect confidentiality of patient medical information.
  • Streamlined patient and provider interaction by providing channel of effective communication.
  • Translated procedural information to facilitate understanding between doctors and patients.
  • Converted written materials from one language to another such as books, publications or web pages.
  • Translated documents about treatment directions and helped non-English speaking patients fill out medical forms.
  • Followed ethical codes to protect confidentiality of patient medical information

Medical Technologist

General Hospital
01.1995 - 01.2003
  • Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
  • Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
  • Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
  • Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
  • Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.

Education

Certificate - Addiction

St Joseph Counseling Program
Nashville, TN
06.2019

Premarital Certificate - Marriage And Family Therapy

Prepare Enrich Program
Nashville, TN
07.2018

Certificate - Counseling Psychology

St. Joseph Counseling Program
Nashville, TN
06.2016

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Cairo University
Egypt
05.1992

Skills

  • Broad knowledge of human behavior and performance
  • Extensive problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Sound knowledge of court procedures, legal codes, and the democratic political process
  • Immense ability to identify signs of discord and abnormal behavior
  • Proficient at crisis intervention therapy Dedicated
  • Individual and Group Therapy
  • Knowledge of psychology as it relates to human behavior, performance, individual differences in ability, personality, and interests, and learning and motivation
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Customer Support and administrative support
  • Policy and Procedure Writing
  • Law Enforcement Collaboration and Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Case planning
  • knowledge of clerical, law and government aware of public safety and security

Timeline

Correctional Counselor 2

Lois M. Deberry Special Needs Facility
03.2025 - Current

Addiction Counselor

St. Joseph Counseling Addict
08.2019 - 03.2025

Correctional Officer 2

Lois M De Berry Special Needs Facility
07.2014 - 03.2025

Family Counselor

St. Joseph Family Counsel Center
05.2014 - 03.2025

Medical Interpreter

Vanderbilt Clinic
04.2003 - 06.2014

Medical Technologist

General Hospital
01.1995 - 01.2003

Premarital Certificate - Marriage And Family Therapy

Prepare Enrich Program

Certificate - Counseling Psychology

St. Joseph Counseling Program

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Cairo University

Certificate - Addiction

St Joseph Counseling Program

certificate of recognition of outstanding hard work

In recognition of outstanding hard work, dedication, and exceptional commitment to excellence