Christopher Helms
Sneads,FL
Summary
My name is Christopher Helms, I am a Correctional Officer Captain at Apalachee Correctional Institution. I have been in the Department of Corrections for a total of Nine years, out four of those nine years I have been with the Rapid Response Team with my Institution. While joining the Department of Corrections I have learned how to be a responsible, reliable and hardworking employee. Within this job I have been able to obtain Leadership skills, with being knowledgeable in Policy and Procedure, while learning how to maintain security and safety on the compound within the Facility. Working with a multitude of people with different cultural backgrounds and personalities, I have been able to apply my excellent communication and interpersonal skills with every position I have promoted to. I am motivated to learn new positions with the desire to take on new challenges, adaptability, and skills to help maintain the operations of the facility. I am very dedicated to continue my career in the Department of Corrections.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer Captain
Florida Department Of Corrections
Sneads, FL
02.2015 - Current
- Settled disputes between inmates.
- Educated incoming officers on their duties and responsibilities as part of orientation.
- Oversaw facility operations when monitoring laundry services, meal preparation and service, prisoner escorting and video surveillance.
- Recorded prisoner identification, charges and incidents of inmate disturbance, keeping daily logs of prisoner activities.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards by inspecting equipment and facilities.
- Notified medical staff of inmates requiring medical attention and submitted proper incident reports.
- Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
- Supervised the security, custody, and control of inmates within assigned areas.
- Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for transferring prisoners between institutions.
- Performed searches of cells and other areas to detect contraband materials.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of [Type] facility.
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
- Inspected conditions of locks, window bars and doors at correctional facilities to verify security and prevent escapes.
- Intervened in potentially dangerous situations between inmates or staff members.
- Monitored disciplinary and medical lockups every [Number] minutes.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Prepared reports that documented disciplinary actions taken against inmates.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
- Maintained order in building and on grounds of prison.
- Used weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
- Promoted safety, order and functionality of [Type] facility.
- Coordinated shakedowns to locate and remove unauthorized items.
- Assigned and monitored training needs of subordinate staff members to close knowledge and performance gaps.
- Conducted investigations into alleged incidents of misconduct involving inmates or staff.
- Directed and coordinated the activities of subordinate officers in a correctional facility.
- Investigated complaints from visitors concerning treatment received from correctional personnel.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of personnel and general public.
- Supervised and made cell assignments.
- Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
- Resolved conflicts between inmates or staff members in order to ensure a safe environment.
- Provided guidance to staff on proper techniques for dealing with inmates.
- Briefed superiors of incidents and misconduct and recommended disciplinary actions.
- Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
- Monitored inmate behavior and enforced institution rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Assisted in developing policies, procedures, and training programs for correctional personnel.
- Maintained current knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, codes, ordinances.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sneads High School
Sneads, FL05-2013
Skills
- Incident Reporting
- Accountability
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Surveillance Monitoring
- Security Protocols
- Personnel Management
- Collaboration
- Verbal Communication
- Policy Enforcement
- Cultural Competency
- Crisis Management
- Investigative Skills
- Inmate Movement Control
- Security Procedures
- Inspections
- Conflict Management
- Counseling Techniques
- Rules of Conduct
- Staff Supervision
- Officer Training
- Rule Enforcement
- Job Assignments
- Emergency Response
- Crowd Control
- Administration
- Body Searches
Affiliations
- Coached Flagged Football
- Played Football most of my school career
- Before and During joining the Department of Corrections I join my Father-In-Law to help work in Construction.
Timeline
Correctional Officer Captain
Florida Department Of Corrections
02.2015 - Current
High School Diploma -
Sneads High School
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