EMANUEL IGIDI
Jonesboro
Summary
Dynamic Career Counselor with a proven track record at Oakhill School for the Blind, leveraging assessment interpretation and problem-solving skills to enhance student career development. Successfully boosted student confidence through targeted coaching and workshops, while contributing to accreditation reports through data analysis. Committed to fostering organizational growth and community collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Career Counselor
Oakhill School for the Blind
04.2022 - 03.2026
- Enhanced student career development by conducting individual counseling sessions and group workshops.
- Assisted administration by analyzing job placement outcomes data contributing to accreditation reports.
- Counseled clients one-on-one regarding current situation, desires, aptitudes, education, and employment history.
- Provided one-on-one coaching sessions focused on interview preparation, boosting student confidence during employer interactions.
Franchise Manager
Dairy Mart Inc
02.2022 - 02.2025
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable pricing structures and delivery schedules.
- Negotiated contracts, resulting in better terms and conditions for both franchisor and franchisees.
- Managed budgets effectively, optimizing resources to achieve desired outcomes.
- Facilitated ongoing learning and development opportunities for franchise staff through targeted training programs.
Correctional Officer
Connecticut Department Of Corrections
02.2021 - 04.2024
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
Caregiver
Connecticut Department of Mental Retardation
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Education
Master of Science - Managerial Economics
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LAMaster of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CTMaster of Arts - Public Administration
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT12-1995
Skills
- Assessment interpretation
- Problem-solving skills
- Community collaboration
- Organizational growth
Timeline
Career Counselor
Oakhill School for the Blind
04.2022 - 03.2026
Franchise Manager
Dairy Mart Inc
02.2022 - 02.2025
Caregiver
Connecticut Department of Mental Retardation
01.2022 - 01.2024
Correctional Officer
Connecticut Department Of Corrections
02.2021 - 04.2024
Master of Science - Managerial Economics
University of New Orleans
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Hartford
Master of Arts - Public Administration
University of Hartford
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