Tanejah Purdie
Kingsport,TN
Summary
Passionate professional with experience serving patients with diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies such as shaping and chaining. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Promoted academic, functional and social skills development within clinic, home and community environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician
Creekside Behavioral Health- SBHC
Kingsport, TN
12.2024 - 01.2025
- assessing, diagnosing, and treating individuals experiencing mental health conditions, substance abuse issues, or emotional distress through various methods like individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, and education, aiming to improve their overall wellbeing and functioning.
Correctional Officer
Sullivan County Sheriff's Office
Blountville, TN
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Inspected cells and other areas for contraband and safety hazards.
- Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
- Facilitated communication between inmates and facility staff, including relaying requests and grievances.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
- Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates concerning violations of policy or procedure observed during shift changes.
Housekeeper
Holston Valley Medical Center
Kingsport, TN
01.2021 - 10.2024
- Dusted window sills, ledges, furniture, vents and other hard-to-reach areas.
- Responded promptly to requests from nurses or doctors for special cleaning projects.
- Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
- Wiped down surfaces and refilled soap and hand sanitizer to prevent spread of germs.
- Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
- Maintained a neat appearance of all work areas throughout the day.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
Security Officer
Freeport School District 145
Freeport, NY
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Performed daily security checks of school grounds, buildings, and surrounding areas.
- Assisted teachers and administrators with crowd control during large events on campus.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Monitored video surveillance systems throughout the day for suspicious activity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harriet Eisman Community School
Long Beach, NY06-2014
Skills
- Intervention management
- Behavior treatment plans
- Task analysis and chaining
- Instructional techniques
- Team collaboration
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
Certification
- CNA Licenses
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Creekside Behavioral Health- SBHC
12.2024 - 01.2025
Correctional Officer
Sullivan County Sheriff's Office
03.2024 - 11.2024
Housekeeper
Holston Valley Medical Center
01.2021 - 10.2024
Security Officer
Freeport School District 145
01.2018 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Harriet Eisman Community School
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