Correctional Officer with over a year and half history in corrections with superior record of defusing high-pressure situations with sound judgment and successful conflict resolution skills. Monitors and manages inmate behavior with focus maintaining order and proactively addressing potential conflicts. Along with 2 years years of mental health / crisis intervention experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrections Officer / CERT Member
Racine County Sheriff's Office
Racine, Wisconsin
08.2020 - Current
Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments.
Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
Member of the Correctional Emergency Response Team (CERT).
Service Coordinator
ANS Creative Behavioral Solutions
Racine, Wisconsin
06.2020 - 08.2020
Designed individualized service plans that took into account clients' goals and preferences.
Designed behavioral support plans that provided all the information my staff needed to successfully deescalate crisis situations with that specific client.
Maintained accurate records and full compliance with government regulations and agency guidelines.
Worked with clients to improve life choices and maximize benefits of programs.
Communicated with clients to develop social and psychiatric observations.
Documented client progress in confidential files.
Managed caseload of up to 8 patients with Axis I and Axis II disorders.
Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
Directly supervised staff working within my assigned programs
Assisted in the training of new staff of my programs to ensure they understood the needs and behaviors of the clients on my caseload.
Participated in upper management on call rotation.
Training and Quality Specialist
ANS Creative Behavioral Solutions
Racine, Wisconsin
03.2020 - 06.2020
Collaborated with management to provide training on improved processes and assist with creation and maintenance of quality training.
Developed and recorded videos for use in later courses or by remote learners.
Performed continuous evaluations of content and plans in order to enhance delivery and improve effectiveness.
Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
Administered first-aid care in emergency situations, remaining level-headed and helping clients feel better.
Quickly adapted training plans for client needs, keeping timelines, budgets and desires in mind.
Supervised our Crisis Stabilizer team
Participated in upper management on call rotation
Kept inspection journals and daily summary logs as required.
Assisted with quality control audits.
Acting head Crisis Stabilizer
Community Integration Specialist/Crisis Stabilizer
ANS Creative Behavioral Solutions
Racine, Wisconsin
03.2018 - 03.2020
Crisis Stabilizer Duties
Supervise staff on the shift assigned
Intervene and assist with any crises our clients are experiencing
Inspect all the properties on shift to ensure they meet the best practices and standards of the company
Occasionally discipline employees within the discretion of my position
Ensure the medications on all properties are accounted for
Wrote reports of daily activities and irregularities such as property damage, client wellbeing, guest or employee accidents and unusual occurrences
Community Integration Specialist Duties
Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans
Documented client progress in confidential file
Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion
Communicated with clients to develop social and psychiatric observations
Devised and enhanced treatment strategies to promote continued progress
Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments
Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Wisconsin Parkside
Kenosha, WI
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Gateway Technical College
Racine, WI
Skills
Leadership
Training and development
Mental health assessment
Case documentation
Emergency response
First Aid training (2019)
Behavioral intervention specialist
Report writing
Certification
Incident Command System Certification (Issued January of 2018)
200 Hour Basic Jail Academy (Issues June of 2021)
Timeline
Corrections Officer / CERT Member
Racine County Sheriff's Office
08.2020 - Current
Service Coordinator
ANS Creative Behavioral Solutions
06.2020 - 08.2020
Training and Quality Specialist
ANS Creative Behavioral Solutions
03.2020 - 06.2020
Community Integration Specialist/Crisis Stabilizer