Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
Timeline
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DEVENEL TANIS

DEVENEL TANIS

Naples,Fl.

Summary

I would like to exceed in a career in Criminal Justice whether that be working in Adult Detention center or working as a Road Patrol Officer. I do have experience with working in security, corrections and in a Juvenile detention center. I would like to use my knowledge to gain further experience to enhance my career within a law enforcement agency to protect and serve my community

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Behavioral Health Technician

David Lawrence Center
04.2024 - Current
  • Supervised daily activities of behavioral health technicians to ensure adherence to treatment plans. •Trained and mentored newly hired staff on patient care and crisis management. •Conduct regular safety checks on clients to ensure their well-being, monitor vital signs. Assist with admissions and discharges, with daily living activities, personal hygiene, medication reminders, and ensuring clients are following treatment plan.

Installer

Rice Insulation and Glass
06.2022 - 01.2024
  • Responsibilities include removing and installation of gutters.

Law Enforcement Officer

Lee County Sheriffs Office
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • As a law enforcement officer, my duties are to ensure public safety by providing a safe and secure environment for the community while upholding the law and ensuring the rights of equality, justice, and liberty.

Correctional Officer

Charlotte Correctional Institution
11.2018 - 08.2019
  • As a correctional officer my responsibilities include overseeing individuals who have been sentenced to serve time in prison. Enforce rules and keep order within the prisons and supervise activities of inmates.

Juvenile Detention Officer

Department of Juvenile Justice
02.2018 - 11.2018
  • As a detention officer, my responsibilities are to ensure public safety by providing a safe and secure environment for troubled youth in a structured setting.

Security Officer

Abucus Security
07.2016 - 05.2018
  • Answer phones and provide assistance to members of the community, log and enter guest coming into the community via security software.

Packer

Oasis Management
12.2016 - 02.2018
  • Responsibilities include Packing and delivering commissary to inmates at the Collier County Jail.

Parts Management

Germain Toyota
08.2016 - 11.2016
  • I was in control of shipping and receiving parts

Education

Criminal Justice

Southwest Florida Public Service Academy
Fort Myers, FL
06.2021

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University of Dubuque
11.2015

High School Diploma -

Lely High School
05.2015

Skills

  • Determine appropriate level of use of force
  • Provide constructive feedback to correct behavior and use of conflict management skills
  • Prepare and maintain reports and records relating to the supervision of youth
  • Communicate both orally and in writing and to effectively work with youth, co-workers, supervisors, and the public
  • Writes reports and prepares required records regarding incidents, youth movement and noteworthy information, and ensures the documentation of all violations of facility operating procedures, departmental procedures, rules and regulations, and state and federal statutes
  • Inspects facility, youth, visitors, and packages delivered to the facility, as well as conducts searches related to safety and security to include, but not limited to, vehicles, facilities, property and persons for contraband, health hazards, safety, and security violations
  • Crisis intervention and De-escalation Patient care and Support

Certification

  • CPR/ First Aid/ AED
  • Security Officer License 2018-03-17
  • Corrections Certification certified 2019-2023
  • Certification of Law Enforcement 2021-06-10

Additional Information

"To Whom It May Concern,

I hope this letter finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to share with you my thoughts on Devenel Tanis. He is truly an amazing individual who embodies the qualities of love, care, and selflessness. As a father, brother, and husband; Devenelgoes above and beyond to support and nurture his loved ones. He always puts others first and is never afraid to do the dirty work when it comes to helping those in need. One of the most admirable traits of Devenel is his unwavering willingness to learn. He approaches every situation with an open mind and a desire to grow. This thirst for knowledge not only benefits him but also inspires those around him to embrace lifelong learning.

In conclusion, Devenel Tanis is a remarkable person who exemplifies love, care, selflessness, and a hunger for knowledge. I am grateful to have him as a friend, and I wholeheartedly recommend him without hesitation.

Sincerely,

Wendell Joseph

(239) 692-5198

Timeline

Lead Behavioral Health Technician

David Lawrence Center
04.2024 - Current

Installer

Rice Insulation and Glass
06.2022 - 01.2024

Law Enforcement Officer

Lee County Sheriffs Office
02.2022 - 06.2022

Correctional Officer

Charlotte Correctional Institution
11.2018 - 08.2019

Juvenile Detention Officer

Department of Juvenile Justice
02.2018 - 11.2018

Packer

Oasis Management
12.2016 - 02.2018

Parts Management

Germain Toyota
08.2016 - 11.2016

Security Officer

Abucus Security
07.2016 - 05.2018

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University of Dubuque

Criminal Justice

Southwest Florida Public Service Academy

High School Diploma -

Lely High School
DEVENEL TANIS