Andre Arrington
Waterbury,CT
Summary
Adept at de-escalation and conflict resolution, I significantly enhanced safety at Southbury Training School for over 15 years. My expertise in active listening and crisis intervention, coupled with a track record of facilitating rehabilitation programs assisted with there transition to the community. Correctional Officer with over 10-year history in corrections with superior record of defusing high-pressure situations with sound judgment and successful conflict resolution skills. Trained and certified to teach Conflict Resolution,Motivational Interviewing and Trauma Informed Care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections
900 Highland Ave Cheshire,CT 06410 Cheshire CI
03.2014 - 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
- Maintain daily logs of shift activity
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Facilitated rehabilitation programs for inmates, promoting positive behavioral changes and reducing recidivism rates.
Mental Health Worker/Developmental Support Worker
Southbury Training School
Southbury, CT
09.1999 - 03.2014
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, resulting in increased safety for both patients and staff.
- Conduct quarterly and annual reports for placement into communities.
- Monitored patient progress through regular assessments and documentation, ensuring accurate tracking of treatment effectiveness.
- Provided case management services to monitor client access to resources and services.
- Encouraged family involvement in treatment plans, improving patient support networks.
- Guided clients through conflict resolution processes when necessary to foster harmonious living situations.
- Administered medication when needed.
Education
Trauma Informed Care
Department of Corrections
Cheshire, CT07.2024
Conflict Resolution
Department of Corrections
Cheshire, CT05.2024
Specialized Training in Youth Development
Department of Corrections
Cheshire, CT02.2017
High School Diploma -
Crosby High School / Kaynor Tech
Waterbury, CT1994
Skills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Conflict Resolution Skills
- Trauma Informed
- Active Listening
- Non-Violent Intervention
- Motivational Interviewer
- Mentorship
- Restorative Justice Panel
- Interpersonal Skills
- Family Support
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
- Certified -Conflict Resolution Instructor -Department of Corrections
- Certified -Motivational Interviewing Instructor -Department of Corrections
- Certified Trauma Informed Care - Department of Corrections
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections
03.2014 - Current
Mental Health Worker/Developmental Support Worker
Southbury Training School
09.1999 - 03.2014
Trauma Informed Care
Department of Corrections
Conflict Resolution
Department of Corrections
Specialized Training in Youth Development
Department of Corrections
High School Diploma -
Crosby High School / Kaynor Tech