Deon L. Coast
2180 Shadowood Pkwy,GA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Fulton County Police Department, skilled in crisis intervention and emergency response. Proven ability to enhance facility safety through effective surveillance and behavioral observation. Successfully implemented security policies that significantly reduced incidents, while demonstrating patience and strong leadership in high-pressure situations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fulton County Detention Officer
Fulton County Police Department
01.2024 - Current
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
- Contributed to the efficient processing of new detainees by conducting intake procedures such as fingerprinting, photographing, and inventorying personal belongings.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed, demonstrating empathy toward inmates during difficult situations without compromising authority or control over the situation.
Chief Executive Officer
Coast Window Cleaning
02.2014 - Current
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers and vendors, ensuring cost-effective procurement processes.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
- Managed high-performing teams to successfully execute corporate objectives and drive organizational success.
- Established key strategic partnerships with industry leaders to enhance business development opportunities.
Fulton County Security Specialist
Fulton County Police Department
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to establish strong relationships, increasing the effectiveness of joint responses to incidents.
- Detected potential threats proactively through regular monitoring of surveillance systems and analyzing incident reports.
- Performed regular audits of existing security measures, identifying areas for improvement and recommending changes accordingly.
- Investigated reported incidents thoroughly, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence effectively.
- Conducted regular reviews of employee security clearances, ensuring appropriate access levels were maintained while reducing insider threats.
- Developed and implemented security policies and procedures, significantly reducing incidents of data breaches.
Contracted Recreational Therapist
First Light Home Care
01.2013 - 12.2016
- Administered assessments to evaluate patient needs and determine appropriate therapeutic interventions, leading to more effective treatments.
- Acted as a liaison between the recreational therapy department and other facility departments, ensuring seamless integration of services for optimal patient care.
- Utilized creative expression techniques such as art, music, and drama therapy to encourage emotional expression and healing within patients.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights within the larger healthcare system, ensuring access to necessary services and accommodations.
- Introduced adaptive sports programs for patients with physical disabilities, promoting increased physical activity and overall wellbeing.
- Improved patient engagement by incorporating a variety of recreational activities tailored to individual needs and interests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Recreational Therapy
Shaw University
Raleigh05-2013
Skills
- Patience and tolerance
- Emergency response
- Behavioral observation
- Physical restraint
- De-escalation techniques
- Security procedures
- Inmate supervision
- Surveillance
- Crisis intervention
- Crisis management
- Perimeter guarding
- Facility monitoring
Certification
Fulton County Police Safety Training: Certified Basic Jail Cert.
Timeline
Fulton County Detention Officer
Fulton County Police Department
01.2024 - Current
Fulton County Security Specialist
Fulton County Police Department
01.2023 - 12.2023
Chief Executive Officer
Coast Window Cleaning
02.2014 - Current
Contracted Recreational Therapist
First Light Home Care
01.2013 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Recreational Therapy
Shaw University
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