Addison White
913 Ayrshire Lane Dallas,NC
Summary
Reliable Detention Officer with relevant experience maintaining secure correctional facilities, monitoring inmate behavior and ensuring adherence to established policies. Possess strong interpersonal skills for managing relationships with inmates, colleagues, and supervisors. Notable strengths include ability to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations and commitment to maintaining safety standards at all times. Consistently contributed to improved operational efficiency in previous roles. I am someone that love's helping other's.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detention Officer
Gaston County Sheriffs Office
Gastonia, North Carolina
10.2025 - Current
- Supervised inmate activities and maintained safety within the facility.
- Managed inmate records and updated documentation for accurate tracking.
- Facilitated communication between inmates and staff to resolve issues effectively.
- Conducted searches of cells for contraband items such as drugs, weapons or other prohibited materials.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order within the detention environment.
- Provided support and assistance to fellow officers during emergency situations.
- Served meals in a timely manner while enforcing mealtime regulations for inmates.
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility regulations and procedures.
- Escorted inmates from one area of the detention center to another safely and securely.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, mail sorting and answering telephones.
- Followed daily routine schedule and took head counts of all inmates in assigned cell block.
- Maintained records of incident reports and daily logs to document inmate activity.
- Responded quickly and effectively to any medical emergencies that arose within the facility.
- Monitored detainee behavior, identifying and addressing conflicts or potential security issues promptly.
- Operated control rooms, managing access to secure areas and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Responding to disruptive inmates and giving the appropriate response to the inmate to de-escalate the issue.
Registered Behavior Technician
Ignited Minds ABA
Gastonia, North Carolina
11.2024 - 10.2025
- Implemented behavior intervention plans with clients to enhance learning and social skills.
- Collected data on client progress during therapy sessions to inform treatment adjustments.
- Collaborated with supervisors to develop individualized strategies for client needs.
- Assisted in training new staff on behavioral techniques and company protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all client interactions and session notes.
- Engaged clients in activities that promote communication and engagement skills.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
- Implemented visual supports such as schedules, picture cards.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss case updates and collaborate on treatment plans.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during therapy sessions.
Retail Sales Associate
Kohls Department Store
08.2020 - 11.2024
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
- Assisted with Amazon orders, returns and boxing the items.
- Answered multiline telephone system and answered all customer questions.
- Trained new employees in sales techniques and store procedures, improving team effectiveness.
- Participated in periodic inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
- Handling cash and credit card transactions, balanced cash drawer at close to shift.
- High Volumes of cash handling ans customer service skills. Managed telephones and all correspondence.
- Accustomed to working in fast paced environments with the ability to think quickly and successfully handle difficult clients.
- Inspected each item brought into the store for returns to minimize fraud and defective electronics.
- Stocked and organized shelves and Stockroom.
- Assisted with online purchases and collecting online purchases.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Internship Student
Catawba County Sheriff's Office
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed professional skills through hands-on experiences, including time management and effective communication.
- Improved internship experience by efficiently managing assigned tasks and meeting deadlines.
- Sorted, organized, and maintained files.
- Received positive feedback from supervisors, reflecting a strong commitment to personal growth and development throughout the internship program.
- Developed Law enforcement Skills
- Assisted Law enforcement tasks when I was assigned.
- Assisted in different areas of Law enforcement.
Youth Leader Assistant
First Assembly of God
09.2018 - 08.2021
- Attending and Participating in staff meetings.
- Participated in overseeing, growing, and coordinating church's youth ministry.
- Assisted with designing, overseeing and examining curriculum for all programs, events and classes.
- Leading middle and high school students to encourage their spiritual growth.
- Developing Positive relationship with students and their parents.
- Displaying Christ-like approach and lifestyle and praying regularly for young people in the church and community.
Missionary Volunteer
First Assembly of God
08.2019 - 08.2019
- Enhanced community relationships by organizing and leading outreach programs.
- I served one week in Puerto Rico to rebuild homes destroyed by Hurricane Maria.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice Forensic Science
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC05-2024
High School Diploma -
North Gaston High School
Dallas, NC05-2021
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Skills
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Typing
- Filing
- Data Entry
- Bluebird Retail Solutions
- Word
- Excel
- Windows
- Microsoft office
- Telephone Skills
- Executive & Administrative Support
- Time Management
- Customer Assistance
- Customer Engagement
- Analyzing
- Gathering Information
- Communication
- Behavioral observation
- De-escalation techniques
- Patience and tolerance
Certification
Registered Behavioral Technician
Timeline
Detention Officer
Gaston County Sheriffs Office
10.2025 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Ignited Minds ABA
11.2024 - 10.2025
Internship Student
Catawba County Sheriff's Office
05.2024 - 08.2024
Retail Sales Associate
Kohls Department Store
08.2020 - 11.2024
Missionary Volunteer
First Assembly of God
08.2019 - 08.2019
Youth Leader Assistant
First Assembly of God
09.2018 - 08.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice Forensic Science
Catawba Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
North Gaston High School