Geneshia Perkins
Meriden,MS
Summary
Dedicated and skilled Detention Officer with extensive experience at Lauderdale County Sheriff Department. Expert in emergency response and physical restraint, ensuring safety and security. Proven ability to reduce contraband incidents through vigilant monitoring and thorough inspections. Recognized for patience and composure in high-pressure situations, contributing to a safer facility environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Officer
Lauderdale County Sherrif Department
09.2021 - 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.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
Correctional Officer
East Mississippi Correctional Facility
08.2014 - 09.2020
- 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.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-2023
Administrative Medical Assistant - Health Administration
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL09-2021
High School Diploma -
Noxubee County High School
Macon, MS05-2008
Skills
- Patience and tolerance
- Emergency response
- Physical restraint
- Behavioral observation
Timeline
Detention Officer
Lauderdale County Sherrif Department
09.2021 - Current
Correctional Officer
East Mississippi Correctional Facility
08.2014 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
University of Arizona
Administrative Medical Assistant - Health Administration
Ultimate Medical Academy
High School Diploma -
Noxubee County High School
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