SALEEMA PARKER
Philadelphia
Summary
Experienced with maintaining security and control within correctional facilities. Utilizes conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques to manage inmate behavior effectively. Strong understanding of legal and ethical standards, ensuring compliance and safety.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
SCI Chester
03.2018 - Current
- Supervised inmate activities to maintain safety and security within facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of premises to identify potential safety hazards.
- Managed inmate classification and housing assignments based on behavior and needs.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to de-escalate tense situations among inmates.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
Graphic Designer
Eastland Apparel
01.2015 - 03.2018
- Head Graphic Designer, gets files ready for print. Works in screen, digital, and CAD (heat transfers) printing. Recreate tarnished and low quality artwork to become useable again.
Seasonal Library Assistant
Free Library of Philadelphia
10.2015 - 03.2018
- Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
- Assisted patrons with locating materials and utilizing library resources effectively.
- Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software.
- Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
- Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
- Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status, and compute any applicable fines.
Seasonal Library Assistant
Free Library of Philadelphia
10.2014 - 06.2015
- Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
- Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software.
- Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
- Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
- Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status, and compute any applicable fines.
Work Study, The Cage(Equipment Room)
05.2014 - 09.2014
- The college equipment service room where students can borrow equipment pertaining to their majors such as Photo/Video cameras, Microphones etc.
Made In America Concert
08.2014 - 08.2014
- Worked as security for United States Security Care at the event. The job was to check persons with bags.
Nanny
10.2004 - Current
- Observe and monitor three children, 1, 2, and 9 year old’s play activities.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits such as eating, sleeping and toilet patterns.
- Assist in preparing food for children and served meals and refreshments to children and balanced rest periods.
- Dress children and change diapers
Work Study, Free Library of Philadelphia
06.2013 - 09.2014
- Help with the upkeep of the library
- Shelve books, DVDs, and CDs
- Assist with the after school programs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
The Art Institute of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA09.2014
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Illustrator
- InDesign
- Photoshop
- Dreamweaver
- Microsoft Office Suite
- HTML5/ CSS3
- DLSR Photography
- Design Skills
- Typography
- Page Layout
- Creative Skills
- Illustration
- Color theory
- Painting
- Mixed Media
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Correctional facility procedures
- Mental health awareness
- Weapons training
Internship
- Brand Revive
- Philadelphia, PA
- Intern at a creative marketing agency that works with web development to graphic design and social media marketing.
- June - September 2014
Awards
Best of Quarter - Award for excellence by graphic design faculty for Typography II class 2012, Deans List - Honor roll every quarter/semester since 2011.
Timeline
Correctional Officer
SCI Chester
03.2018 - Current
Seasonal Library Assistant
Free Library of Philadelphia
10.2015 - 03.2018
Graphic Designer
Eastland Apparel
01.2015 - 03.2018
Seasonal Library Assistant
Free Library of Philadelphia
10.2014 - 06.2015
Made In America Concert
08.2014 - 08.2014
Work Study, The Cage(Equipment Room)
05.2014 - 09.2014
Work Study, Free Library of Philadelphia
06.2013 - 09.2014
Nanny
10.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
The Art Institute of Philadelphia