Susan McQuillen
Mineral Springs,PA
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Warden of Programming
Clearfield County Government
Clearfield, PA
01.2020 - Current
- Developed strategies for re-integrating released offenders back into society successfully.
- Organized programs designed to help rehabilitate prisoners through educational courses or job skills training.
- Collaborated with parole boards regarding applications from eligible inmates seeking early release.
- Worked closely with probation services regarding release dates for eligible inmates.
- Coordinated visits from outside agencies such as legal representatives or medical personnel visiting inmates in custody.
- Assisted in developing new policies related to inmate rights or security procedures.
- Maintained records of inmate activities such as disciplinary actions taken against them or their progress towards rehabilitation goals.
- Directed staff to consistently provide safe, humane and legal environments for inmates according to Pennsylvania laws.
- Oversaw staff hiring, motivation and promotion to keep performance at peak levels for successful facility operation.
Safety Coordinator
Lansberry Trucking Company
Woodland, PA
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Conducted regular safety meetings, orientations and training sessions for employees.
- Investigated employee accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop preventive measures.
- Coordinated the development of emergency response plans for hazardous materials incidents.
- Provided guidance on safe work practices including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
- Analyzed data from safety audits and investigations to identify trends in unsafe conditions or behaviors.
- Maintained records related to OSHA compliance such as accident reports, safety inspection logs.
- Ensured that all workers are trained in proper lockout and tagout procedures prior to working on energized equipment.
- Conducted periodic reviews of job hazard analyses, recommending changes as necessary.
- Prepared monthly safety performance reports for management review.
- Worked closely with Human Resources department regarding Workers' Compensation claims administration.
- Created awareness campaigns promoting safe behavior among employees through posters, newsletters, emails.
- Facilitated return-to-work programs by developing modified duty assignments when appropriate.
- Collaborated with third-party vendors providing occupational health services such as drug testing and physical examinations.
- Trained new and current employees on ways to reduce incidents and eliminate hazards.
- Investigated safety incidents and drafted reports detailing results.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Assessed and responded to risks and quickly resolved issues to promote safe and productive workplace.
Corrections Vocational Coordinator
Commonwealth of PA, Dept. of Corrections
Houtzdale, PA
03.1995 - 04.2018
- Recommended work assignments for institutional employment and vocational placement for development of job experience and/or implementation of individualized treatment plans.
- Supervision over clerical staff, interns and inmate peer assistants.
- Coordinating the utilization of inmate employees to fulfill the needs of institutional activities in a variety of occupational areas.
- Identifying and resolving a variety of problems and concerns associated with screening and placing inmates into appropriate jobs due to the skills required in the job assignment, the limitations imposed by the inmates' physical and psychological conditions, and the resulting impact of the inmates' prescriptive program plans on job placement.
- Attainment of employment and/or occupational training which requires the creation of new jobs or the implementation of new vocational training to ensure the support of the institution's activities and occupational requirements.
- Meet with inmates to determine the selection and continuation of specific vocational/technical training for development of job skills that are useful and salable in the community.
- Maintains a status of total inmate population to provide a variety of current information regarding housing, work and training assignments, furloughs, and other data relevant to treatment plans.
- Member of the Initial Reception Committee to determine inmate housing assignments by assessing physical, social and medical risk factors.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to develop re-entry strategies for released offenders, to include housing and medical needs.
- Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
- Provided career counseling, guidance, and support services to assist clients in identifying their interests and abilities.
- Conducted workshops on topics such as resume writing, interviewing skills, networking, job search strategies, and self-advocacy.
- Facilitated meetings between employers and job seekers to discuss potential employment opportunities.
- Organized community-based events to promote awareness of available resources related to vocational development.
- Provided case management services such as crisis intervention, advocacy, referrals, problem solving assistance and linkages with other agencies or organizations when needed.
- Created partnerships with local businesses interested in hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds or those facing barriers due to disability or other factors limiting their ability to obtain gainful employment.
- Conducted outreach activities designed to inform potential participants about the benefits of vocational programs offered by the organization.
- Attended conferences related to workforce development initiatives at both regional and national levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clearfield Area High School
Clearfield, PA06.1984
Some College (No Degree) - Introduction To Business Law
Clearfield County Career And Technology Center
Clearfield, PATimeline
Deputy Warden of Programming
Clearfield County Government
01.2020 - Current
Safety Coordinator
Lansberry Trucking Company
09.2018 - 01.2020
Corrections Vocational Coordinator
Commonwealth of PA, Dept. of Corrections
03.1995 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Clearfield Area High School
Some College (No Degree) - Introduction To Business Law
Clearfield County Career And Technology Center
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