Dana Gibbs
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
13
years of professional experience
Results-driven Parole Agent with expertise in offender supervision, risk assessments, and policy enforcement. Proven ability to collaborate with law enforcement and community organizations to enhance client reintegration.
Work History
Parole Agent I-290 Specialized Caseload
6 Years 7 Months- Conducted risk assessments to develop individualized parole plans for supervised persons.
- Monitored high-risk PC 290 supervised persons using continuous Global Positioning System (GPS) tracking, rapidly triaging and responding to real-time inclusion/exclusion zone alerts, tampering notices, and master-charge violations.
- Monitored compliance with supervised persons Notice and Special Conditions of Parole through regular check-ins and progress evaluations.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and community organizations to facilitate client reintegration.
- Provided support services to address client needs effectively.
- Make sure supervised persons are in compliance with their registration requirements (annual, 30-day transient) ,with local law enforcement, make sure parolees attend treatments, polygraphs and enforce treatment compliance.
Correctional Officer
6 Years 1 Month- Supervised inmate activities, ensuring compliance with facility regulations and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular security checks to maintain a safe environment for staff and inmates.
- Managed inmate classification processes, assessing risks and determining appropriate housing assignments.
- Developed and implemented emergency response plans to address critical incidents effectively.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to address inmate behavioral issues and promote rehabilitation.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify patterns and recommend improvements in security measures.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
Correctional Counselor I(A)
6 Months- Enhanced facility safety with thorough assessments of inmate mental health and risk levels, ensuring appropriate placement in programs and housing units.
- Conducted regular case reviews for individual inmates to assess progress towards rehabilitation goals and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams comprised of correctional officers, medical personnel, and other counselors to address complex needs of diverse inmate populations effectively.
- Developed strong working relationships with probation officers, parole boards, and other agencies to ensure seamless communication regarding inmate progress and post-release plans.
- Interviews inmates to gather information; reads, evaluates, reviews, and summarizes reports from a variety of sources to assist in classification of an inmate, or in development or modification of the inmate's program.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Associate of Science - Correctional Science
Skills
Offender supervision
De-escalation techniques
Policy enforcement
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Problem-solving
Risk and needs assessments
Multitasking Abilities
Problem-solving abilities
Organizational skills
Effective communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Parole Agent I-290 Specialized Caseload
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
01.2020 - CurrentRead More
Correctional Counselor I(A)
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
06.2019 - 12.2019Read More
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
12.2013 - 01.2020Read More
California State University, San Bernardino
Bachelor of Arts from Criminal Justice
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Chaffey College
Associate of Science from Correctional Science
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