Arkeiyanah Thomas
Opelousas,LA
Summary
Correctional Officer with history of exercising sound judgment and reasoned thinking during crisis events. Develops strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues. Excellent command of detention center safety, security and emergency management protocols. Committed Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining order by enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Handles difficult inmates and high-pressure situations with sound judgment and reasoned thinking demonstrated over [Number]-year industry history. Hardworking [Job Title] skilled in managing correctional functions and monitoring inmate behavior. Employs sound judgment and verbal de-escalation tactics to maintain order and prohibit dangerous situations. Skillfully detects contraband during cell searches.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
The Geo Group
Basile, LA
06.2019 - Current
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mamou High
Mamou, LA05.2016
Skills
- Evidence Preservation
- Inmate Monitoring
- CCTV Monitoring
- Crime Prevention
- Records Management
- Prisoner Transport
- Crisis Management
- Surveillance
- Trained in Defensive Tactics
- Booking Procedures
- Restraint Techniques
- Correctional Facility Procedures
- Relationship Building and Management
Timeline
Correctional Officer
The Geo Group
06.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mamou High