Darwin Little
East St Louis,IL
Summary
Accomplished Correctional Officer at IDOC, adept in emergency response and conflict resolution, significantly reduced contraband instances and recidivism rates. Excelled in inmate supervision, leveraging mental health awareness to enhance safety and rehabilitation. Skilled in first aid, my role also emphasized training peers and fostering positive behavioral changes, showcasing a commitment to security and inmate welfare.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
IDOC
03.2014 - Current
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses focused on understanding gang dynamics within prison settings to better identify and manage potential threats.
- Facilitated rehabilitation programs for inmates, promoting positive behavioral changes and reducing recidivism rates.
- Collaborated with departments to streamline processes and improve workflow.
- Conducted surveys and collected feedback for project evaluations and improvements.
- Coordinated events and workshops for fostering team engagement and knowledge sharing.
- Maintained records and files for easy access and reference, facilitating information sharing.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
Education
Currently Pursuing - Masters of Social Work
Aurora University
Aurora, ILBachelor Of Arts - Gerontology
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO09.2000
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- Inmate supervision
Timeline
Correctional Officer
IDOC
03.2014 - Current
Currently Pursuing - Masters of Social Work
Aurora University
Bachelor Of Arts - Gerontology
Lindenwood University
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