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Anita Compton

Bowdoinham,ME

Summary

Seasoned Correctional Officer from Maine Department of Corrections, adept in emergency response and conflict resolution. Excelled in reducing contraband through meticulous searches, enhancing safety, and fostering improved staff communication. Demonstrates strong observation skills and mental health awareness, ensuring compliance with legal standards.

Offering strong communication and conflict resolution skills, eager to learn and develop in structured environment. Brings solid understanding of rules and regulations and applies critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Ready to use and develop teamwork and observational skills in a Sergeant role.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Officer

Maine Department of Corrections
12.2022 - Current
  • Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Searched cells of residents to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Maintained resident safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
  • Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching residents, cells, and common areas.
  • Observed and supervised residents throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Escorted residents to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Maintained accurate records of residents, incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
  • Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about residents activities.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

University of Maine, Augusta
Augusta, ME
05-2024

Skills

  • First aid training
  • Emergency response
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Inmate supervision
  • Mental health awareness
  • Policy enforcement
  • Safety and security enforcement
  • Observation
  • Contraband seizure
  • Central and pod control
  • Inmate classification
  • First aid and CPR certified

Interests

I'm also interested in weapons qualification, Hostage negotiation, mental health and case management skills

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Maine Department of Corrections
12.2022 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

University of Maine, Augusta

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