Charisma Mitchel
Decatur,GA
Summary
A seasoned Detention Officer from Fulton County Sheriff's Office, I excel in crisis management and effective communication, ensuring facility safety and inmate well-being. My expertise in classifying inmates, criminal backgrounds and inmate supervision has significantly enhanced operational efficiency and security, embodying a proactive approach to conflict resolution and safety enforcement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detention Officer
Fulton County Sheriff's Office
05.2007 - 06.2024
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Contributed to the efficient processing of new detainees by conducting intake procedures such as fingerprinting, photographing, and inventorying personal belongings.
- Managed daily operations, including supervising inmate work details, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Maintained a safe environment for inmates and staff through effective communication and adherence to established protocols.
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on best practices in detention management and security protocols.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
- Assisted in reducing incidents of violence by implementing conflict resolution strategies and de-escalation techniques.
- Enhanced inmate security by conducting regular cell checks and monitoring daily activities.
- Processed prisoners through appropriate identification and documentation processes as part of facility booking procedures.
- Managed visitation schedules effectively to maintain an organized flow of visitors while adhering to security requirements.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of all detainee information through meticulous documentation of incidents, infractions, or medical needs.
- Verified identification using specialized databases and methods such as fingerprinting.
- Inspected jail conditions and took action to rectify problems in order to meet state and federal regulations for health and safety.
- Supervised and controlled behavior of Number inmates.
- Supported internal investigations into potential policy violations or criminal activity within the detention center environment.
- Assisted in development of operational policies to enhance facility security and efficiency.
- Streamlined inmate check-in and processing, ensuring accurate documentation and efficient handling.
- Bolstered inmate rehabilitation, facilitating access to educational and vocational programs.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
Education
Diploma -
Lithonia High School
Lithonia05.1996
Skills
- Inmate rights knowledge
- Security Procedures
- Inmate Supervision
- Report Preparation
- Inmate monitoring
- Crisis Intervention
- Crisis Management
- System recordkeeping
- First Aid administration
- Inmate control
- Defensive techniques
- First Aid Certification
- Booking procedures
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Incident Reporting
- Safety and security enforcement
- Records Maintenance
- File Maintenance
- Correctional facility procedures
- Public Safety
- Disciplinary Actions
- State and federal laws knowledge
- Criminal Investigations
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Effective Communication
- Documentation skills
- Task Prioritization
- Supervisory skills
- Attention to Detail
- File and record maintenance
- Observation
- Inmate escorting
- Behavioral observation
- Physical restraint
Certification
- Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Standards Training Certificate - National PREA Resource Center.
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Detention Officer
Fulton County Sheriff's Office
05.2007 - 06.2024
Diploma -
Lithonia High School
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