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Dakota Cortese

Billings,MT

Summary

I've been a Detention Officer and Mental Health Worker for over 4 years combined with an established background in adult and youth detention environments. I've had to make quick decisions responding to assistance calls and medical emergencies, all while maintaining the safety of the inmates, officers, and the facility. I'm an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to learn and take on added responsibilities to meet team goals, doing them safely and securely.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Detention Officer

Yellowstone County Detention Facility
Billings, MT
08.2019 - Current
  • Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
  • Attended to feeding, housing and physical well-being of inmates.
  • Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
  • Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
  • Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
  • Supervised and controlled behavior of over 500 inmates.
  • Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.

Mental Health Worker

Yellowstone Boys And Girls Ranch
Billings, MT
09.2018 - 07.2019
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Worked with family members to develop support networks and multifaceted coping techniques focused on client needs.
  • Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
  • Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
  • Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.

Custodian

Covert Cleaning
Laurel, MT
05.2012 - 08.2014
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows and dusting.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
  • Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
  • Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
  • Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
  • Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
  • Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Miles Community College
Miles City, MT
05.2017

Skills

  • Team Oriented
  • Attention to Detail
  • Organized
  • Emergency Situations
  • Conduct Reporting
  • Critical Thinking
  • Medical Emergency Response
  • First Aid Certification
  • Dedication
  • Safety Precautions

Timeline

Detention Officer

Yellowstone County Detention Facility
08.2019 - Current

Mental Health Worker

Yellowstone Boys And Girls Ranch
09.2018 - 07.2019

Custodian

Covert Cleaning
05.2012 - 08.2014

Associate of Arts -

Miles Community College

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