Janet Callahan
Saco
Summary
Observant correctional officer with several years of experience keeping order and avoiding dangerous situations within jails or prisons. Motivated and energetic leader recognized for generating respect and obedience from most difficult individuals. In-depth knowledge of use and care of firearms and restraint methods.
Seasoned Corrections Officer brings calm, confident presence to in-prison interactions. Safety-focused approach to managing inmate interactions and activity. Compassionate supervision over areas such as recreation, visiting, work and food consumption. Detail-oriented approach to handling adverse and stressful working conditions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1992
1992
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Correctional Officer
York County Jail
Saco
11.2022 - Current
- Conducted regular security checks throughout the facility to ensure inmate safety.
- Supervised inmate activities and maintained order during recreation hours.
- Monitored surveillance systems to detect unusual behavior or security breaches.
- Assisted in the booking and processing of new inmates into the facility.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations consistently among inmates and staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to address inmate medical needs promptly.
- Prepared detailed incident reports for any security breaches or disturbances.
- Trained new officers on safety protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
- Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
Education
Stillwater
Stillwater, OKSkills
- Surveillance monitoring
- Incident reporting
- Inmate management
- Emergency response
- Security enforcement
- Conflict resolution
- Facility safety protocols
- Risk assessment
- Evidence preservation
- Staff collaboration
- Verbal de-escalation
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Security procedures
- Restraint techniques
- Contraband seizure
- Booking procedures
- Suicide prevention
- Prisoner transport
- Observation techniques
Timeline
Correctional Officer
York County Jail
11.2022 - Current
Stillwater