Cranston E. Young II
Red Oak,TX
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement professional with more than 20 years of experience in public safety, tactical operations, behavioral health, crisis intervention, and leadership. Certified tactical instructor with extensive experience training officers and staff in active threat response, de-escalation, and crisis management. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage high-risk incidents, build community partnerships, and develop proactive safety strategies in educational, healthcare, and institutional environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Red Oak ISD Police Department
Red Oak, TX
10.2022 - Current
- Protect students, faculty, staff, and visitors across the district by maintaining a safe learning environment.
- Respond to emergencies, conduct investigations, and proactively identify security vulnerabilities.
- Partner with school administrators, students, parents, and community stakeholders to strengthen campus safety.
- Apply crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques during high-stress situations while ensuring compliance with state law and district policy.
LIFE Police Officer
Dallas County Hospital District
Dallas, TX
07.2018 - 10.2022
- Reduced the likelihood of workplace violence through proactive patient engagement and therapeutic communication.
- Utilized advanced de-escalation techniques to safely resolve behavioral health crises.
- Conducted emergency detentions and maintained continuous observation of high-risk patients.
- Trained and educated hospital personnel on recognizing behavioral triggers and responding safely to escalating situations.
Police Officer II
Dallas County Hospital District
Dallas, TX
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Patrolled hospital campuses and responded to criminal activity, medical emergencies, and security incidents.
- Conducted investigations and enforced applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
- Protected patients, visitors, and staff through proactive security measures and rapid emergency response.
Psychiatric Technician
Dallas County Hospital District
Dallas, TX
12.2013 - 07.2015
- Managed behavioral health crises in acute psychiatric settings.
- Maintained patient safety through observation, intervention, and documentation.
- Worked collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and behavioral health professionals to support treatment goals.
Psychiatric Technician
Our Lady of Peace
Louisville, KY
01.2012 - 07.2013
- Maintained a safe therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
- Documented behavioral observations and treatment progress.
- Assisted clinical teams during psychiatric emergencies and crisis intervention.
Community Support Coordinator
Community Living Services
11.2008 - 07.2011
- Directed operations for more than 70 employees and clients across multiple residential facilities covering a 40-mile service area.
- Supervised personnel, coordinated staffing, and ensured compliance with organizational policies.
- Developed individualized behavioral treatment and intervention plans.
- Coordinated services with healthcare providers, schools, municipalities, and state agencies.
- Taught anger management, impulse control, relaxation techniques, and independent living skills to clients.
Team Supervisor
Central State Hospital
08.2005 - 12.2008
- Supervised a department of more than 50 employees and patients within a secure psychiatric facility.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached staff to improve patient care and safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary medical teams to develop rehabilitation and treatment plans.
- Conducted risk assessments and implemented security procedures to reduce incidents and maintain a safe environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Skills
- Law Enforcement Operations
- Tactical Response
- Active Threat Preparedness
- Emergency Management
- Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
- Incident Command
- Criminal Investigations
- Behavioral Health Response
- Team Leadership
- Staff Development & Training
- Policy Compliance
- Community Relations
- Risk Assessment
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
- Basic Peace Officer Certification
- ALERRT Solo Officer Rapid Deployment (SORD) Instructor
- ALERRT Active Attack Integrated Response (AAIR) Instructor
- SAMA Aggression Management Instructor
- Safe Crisis Management Instructor
Timeline
Police Officer
Red Oak ISD Police Department
10.2022 - Current
LIFE Police Officer
Dallas County Hospital District
07.2018 - 10.2022
Police Officer II
Dallas County Hospital District
08.2015 - 06.2018
Psychiatric Technician
Dallas County Hospital District
12.2013 - 07.2015
Psychiatric Technician
Our Lady of Peace
01.2012 - 07.2013
Community Support Coordinator
Community Living Services
11.2008 - 07.2011
Team Supervisor
Central State Hospital
08.2005 - 12.2008