Ivonne Rivera
Brawley,CA
Summary
Skilled in cross-cultural sensitivity and Spanish fluency, I excel in high-stress environments, evidenced by my tenure at Geo Group Detention Facility. Demonstrated expertise in report writing and booking procedures, I effectively coordinated inmate care and ensured safety during transport, significantly improving documentation accuracy and operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intake Officer
Geo Group Detention Facility
02.2023 - Current
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and inventorying personal belongings.
- Processed visitors and attorneys arriving to see prisoners.
- Processed prisoners through appropriate identification and documentation processes as part of facility booking procedures.
- Collaborated with medical staff to address inmate health concerns, coordinating care plans and monitoring progress as needed.
- Assisted in the preparation and execution of transport assignments, ensuring both detainee and officer safety during transfers to other facilities or court appearances.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of all detainee information through meticulous documentation of incidents, infractions, or medical needs.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
Detention Officer
Management & Training Corporation
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
- Managed daily operations, including supervising inmate work details, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
Education
GED -
Brawley Union High
Skills
- Assertiveness
- Cross-cultural sensitivity
- Interviewing techniques
- Report Writing
- Document Preparation
- Documentation skills
- Booking procedures
- Spanish Fluency
Certification
- Use of Force Training Certification - Various authorized training centers.
- Defensive Tactics Certification - Various authorized self-defense and tactical training institutions.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Intake Officer
Geo Group Detention Facility
02.2023 - Current
Detention Officer
Management & Training Corporation
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Use of Force Training Certification - Various authorized training centers.
- Defensive Tactics Certification - Various authorized self-defense and tactical training institutions.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
GED -
Brawley Union High
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