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Amber Woodworth

Sparta,WI

Summary

Dedicated Correctional Officer with extensive experience at New Lisbon Correctional Institution, skilled in conflict resolution and emergency response. Successfully reduced contraband incidents through vigilant monitoring and thorough searches. Cultivated positive inmate relations, enhancing safety and promoting mental health awareness within the facility. Committed to maintaining a secure and inclusive environment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Officer

New Lisbon Correctional Institution
01.2025 - Current
  • 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.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
  • Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within the correctional setting, promoting an inclusive environment for all individuals present.

Correctional Officer

Jackson Correctional Institution
05.2023 - 01.2025
  • Cultivated positive relations with inmates, reducing tensions and promoting safer environment.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Ensured security of facility perimeter by conducting routine patrols.
  • Promoted inmate welfare by monitoring and addressing health concerns promptly.
  • Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
  • Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.

Education

Freight Movement

Sun Prairie Diesel Truck Driving
Sun Prairie, WI
10-2018

Certificate - Corrections

WI DOC Correctional Training
Oshkosh, WI
10-2009

Skills

  • First aid training
  • Emergency response
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Mental health awareness
  • Inmate supervision
  • Policy enforcement
  • Restraint techniques
  • Correctional facility procedures

Timeline

Correctional Officer

New Lisbon Correctional Institution
01.2025 - Current

Correctional Officer

Jackson Correctional Institution
05.2023 - 01.2025

Freight Movement

Sun Prairie Diesel Truck Driving

Certificate - Corrections

WI DOC Correctional Training
Amber Woodworth