De'Jah Jones
Chicago,IL
Summary
Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail. Experienced Security Monitor with quick instincts. Actively monitor surroundings and guards physical, monetary and personnel assets. Establishes policies and action plans to guarantee success and optimal team performance. Solid history training team members on standard protocol when patrolling large crowds.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Safety Officer
Ascension Health Care
11.2022 - Current
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Applied principles of law enforcement and fire protection.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Safely used firearms and other modern medical and police equipment.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Dispatcher
Security Officer / Receptionist
Securitas (Blue Cross Blue Shield Of IL)
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Making Badges/ Checking guest in and out of the building
- Responsible for escorting guest through building
- Watching cameras.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
- Inspected and adjusted security systems, equipment and machinery to maximize coverage of parking lots and building interior and exterior.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
Teacher assistant (on call)
READY SET GO (HOME DAY CARE)
07.2018 - 09.2022
- Specializing in early childhood development
- Providing a safe, fun, and educational environment for children between the ages of 6 weeks-12 yrs old.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
Lost and Prevention Security Officer
United Protection Agency INC.
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Completed incident reports and activity logs for accurate, current records.
- Conducted daily store walk-throughs to identify potential security risks.
- Investigated and documented thefts and suspicious activity to improve issue prevention.
- Patrolled store premises to detect and prevent shoplifting and security breaches.
- Responded quickly to emergency alarms and calls for assistance for improved issue prevention.
- Trained personnel on security best practices, protocols and procedures.
- Observed video surveillance systems for prompt emergency response.
- Calmly and efficiently addressed emergency situations such as safety hazards and threats to life or property, deescalating when possible, and directing shoppers to safety.
- Attentively monitored store and surrounding areas for signs of attempted theft by customers or personnel, intervening when necessary.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to detain and prosecute theft perpetrators, appearing in court hearings to provide honest and full eyewitness testimony of events.
Emergency room ECHO (Team Lead)
Allied Universal (Northwestern Medicine Emergency Room)
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Searching/ changing psychiatric patients
- Escorting psychiatric patients throughout the hospital campus
- Assisting medical staff.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
Protecting/greeting guest
Target Security
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Creating a safe environment/experience for guest and workers.
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06.2020
High School Diploma -
Hyde Park Academy
Chicago, IL06.2018
Skills
- Team leadership
- Self-motivated
- Strong verbal communication
- Extremely organized
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Building
- Task Prioritization
- First Aid certified
- CPR certified
- PERC Card
- Microsoft office
- Outlook
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft word
- 20hr security training certificate
- Money management
- Physical Training
- Safety Violations
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Public Safety Officer
Ascension Health Care
11.2022 - Current
Security Officer / Receptionist
Securitas (Blue Cross Blue Shield Of IL)
02.2022 - 11.2022
Lost and Prevention Security Officer
United Protection Agency INC.
06.2021 - 02.2022
Emergency room ECHO (Team Lead)
Allied Universal (Northwestern Medicine Emergency Room)
02.2021 - 01.2022
Protecting/greeting guest
Target Security
11.2019 - 11.2020
Teacher assistant (on call)
READY SET GO (HOME DAY CARE)
07.2018 - 09.2022
National Louis University
High School Diploma -
Hyde Park Academy