Terrell Pellew

Correctional Sergeant

Everglades Correctional Institution

Miami, FL

05.2022 - Current

Prepared written evaluations of subordinate officers' performance on a periodic basis.
Settled disputes between inmates.
Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of personnel and general public.
Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
Monitored inmate movement within the facility to maintain security and safety of staff, inmates and visitors.
Supervised visitation and checked visitors for proper identification and contraband.
Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
Issued security badges and passes to guests and visitors.
Coordinated investigations into criminal activities committed by inmates or staff members.
Inspected conditions of locks, window bars and doors at correctional facilities to verify security and prevent escapes.
Developed strategies to reduce incidents of violence or inappropriate behavior within the facility.
Collaborated with medical personnel in determining appropriate treatment plans for mentally ill inmates.
Addressed complaints from visitors concerning potential violations of prison policy or procedure.
Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs.
Maintained records related to inmate movements, disciplinary actions taken against inmates, grievances filed by prisoners and other relevant data.
Recorded prisoner identification, charges and incidents of inmate disturbance, keeping daily logs of prisoner activities.
Interacted with community organizations to facilitate reintegration programs for released inmates.
Facilitated communication between inmates, family members, attorneys and other external parties.
Assigned and monitored training needs of subordinate staff members to close knowledge and performance gaps.