Javarius Palm
Quincy,FL
Summary
Accomplished Correctional Officer and Resident Unit Specialist with a proven track record at MTC Corrections and Apd/Dddp, demonstrating exceptional skills in emergency response and effective communication. Expert in de-escalation techniques and inmate supervision, significantly enhancing safety and security. Skilled mentor and leader, fostering teamwork and reducing contraband by 30%.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
MTC Corrections
07.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
Resident Unit Specialist
Apd/Dddp
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Contributed to the retention of high-quality staff members by fostering a positive work environment that prioritized teamwork, open communication and professional development opportunities.
- Provided support during emergency situations by assuming leadership roles within the unit, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients, staff, and visitors.
- Provided compassionate support for patients and families during challenging times, offering emotional comfort while addressing their concerns.
- Streamlined workflow processes, reducing administrative errors and increasing overall unit efficiency.
- Trained new hires on unit policies, procedures, and best practices, contributing to a well-prepared workforce equipped to deliver high-quality care.
- Assisted in updating hospital policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, local regulations as well as industry standards for healthcare facilities.
- Enhanced communication between team members by conducting regular staff meetings and providing clear instructions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' family members ensuring they were kept informed and involved in the decision-making process.
Education
Bachelor Of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Edward Waters College
Jacksonville, FL05.2025
Skills
- First Aid Training
- Emergency Response
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate Supervision
- Mental health awareness
- Correctional facility procedures
- Policy Enforcement
- Restraint Techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Safety and security enforcement
- Self-defense tactics
- Observation
- Contraband Seizure
- Safety
- Stress Tolerance
- Weapons training
- Observation Techniques
- Search Procedures
- Mentorship
- File and record maintenance
- State and federal laws knowledge
- Physical Fitness
- Negotiation
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Safety and Security
- Written Communication
- Excellent Communication
- Incident Reporting
- Multitasking
- Conflict Resolution
- Task Prioritization
Certification
Microsoft
Timeline
Correctional Officer
MTC Corrections
07.2024 - Current
Resident Unit Specialist
Apd/Dddp
07.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor Of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Edward Waters College