Jalisa Smith
Quincy,FL
Summary
Seasoned Correctional Officer with a proven track record at the Florida Department of Corrections, adept at managing high-risk situations and ensuring inmate safety. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving and communication skills, excelling in observation and independent decision-making. Achieved a significant reduction in contraband through meticulous searches and vigilant security measures.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
INSTITUTIONAL SECURITY SPECIALIST I
State Of Florida Department Of Children And Famili
Chattahoochee, FL
05.2017 - Current
- Lifting 40lbs or more, pulling and squatting.
- MONITOR: Electronic sensing devices.
Door and fence alarm systems.
Maintain radio and telephone communications as required.
Report any equipment discrepancies. Monitor all security cameras.
- INTERVENE: To ensure safety of residents and staff when a resident is exhibiting behavior dangerous to self and others which may involve the use of physical holds, devices or equipment.
Ensure the safety of residents and staff during emergency situations.
Separate residents from distressful stimuli and assist in resolving conflict.
Prevent escapes or to apprehend escapees. Apply restraints, make judgement calls
To assist in hospital emergencies such as traffic control for accidents, searches, and providing assistance in reports of suspicious and criminal activities.
- ENSURE: All specified training requirements are in compliance.
- INVESTIGATE: Unusual, suspicious, or extraordinary events.
Incidents relating to criminal activity and resident abuse cases. - TRANSPORT: Residents and staff within and outside of the facility.
- DOCUMENT: All required interactions while on duty.
- Perform other related duties.
Correctional Officer /Detention Deputy
Wakulla County Sheriff's Office
Crawfordville, FL
01.2016 - 05.2017
- 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.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
Crawfordville, FL
10.2013 - 01.2015
- 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.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL06-2016
Skills
- Ability to recognize dangerous or potentially dangerous situations
- Ability to work with little to no supervision while making independent decisions
- Ability to respond calmly in an emergency situation and to determine proper course of action
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
- Efficient Report witting
- Maintain critical thinking skills
- Observation and problem solving skills
- Ability to be punctual
Certification
- [Area of certification] Certified Correctional Officer
Timeline
INSTITUTIONAL SECURITY SPECIALIST I
State Of Florida Department Of Children And Famili
05.2017 - Current
Correctional Officer /Detention Deputy
Wakulla County Sheriff's Office
01.2016 - 05.2017
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
10.2013 - 01.2015
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy