Joseph Calhoun
Summary
Seasoned Detention Officer from Akima Global Services, adept in emergency response and inmate supervision, showcasing a strong blend of patience and security enforcement. Excelled in enhancing facility safety and staff cohesion, significantly contributing to a secure, rehabilitative environment. Demonstrated exceptional skills in de-escalation and behavioral observation, ensuring order and promoting inmate wellbeing. Trustworthy Detention Officer with 17 years of experience. Talented at quickly deescalating conflicts and maintaining superior levels of levelheadedness. Intelligent and agile with remarkable security awareness.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detention Officer
Akima Global Services
12.2007 - Current
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
- Contributed to the efficient processing of new detainees by conducting intake procedures such as fingerprinting, photographing, and inventorying personal belongings.
- Managed daily operations, including supervising inmate work details, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
- Provided counseling and guidance to inmates to boost wellbeing.
- Increased staff morale and cohesion by organizing team-building activities.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homestead Senior High
Homestead, FL06.1991
Skills
- Patience and Tolerance
- Emergency Response
- Behavioral observation
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Key Control
- Security Procedures
- Inmate Supervision
- First Aid administration
- Central and pod control
- Safety and security enforcement
Certification
- Licensed Security D License
- Certified CPR, Fisrt-Aid Responder
Timeline
Detention Officer
Akima Global Services
12.2007 - Current
High School Diploma -
Homestead Senior High