Karon Heckard
Las Vegas
Summary
Skilled in victim advocacy and case planning, I leveraged compassionate approaches and professional boundaries at CDCR, enhancing inmate rehabilitation and safety. As a Correctional Counselor and Sergeant, I significantly reduced contraband and improved security protocols, showcasing my ability to manage high-risk situations and foster positive outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Counselor
CDCR, High Desert State Prison
08.2018 - 04.2022
- Counseled inmates either individually or group settings to bring problems to light and implement potential solutions.
- Addressed behavior and stability of inmates to root out concerning connections or mental health issues.
- Conducted interviews for hiring of inmate job positions to identify optimal candidates.
- Evaluated progress of inmates in jails and prisons to determine optimal intervention strategies.
Correctional Sergeant
CDCR, High Desert State Prison
06.2016 - 04.2022
- Maintained order and security in the correctional facility by enforcing rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised Number employees and performance of tasks and managed Number offenders.
Correctional Officer
CDCR, Centinela State Prison
02.2014 - 09.2016
- 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.
Education
Associate Of Arts - Criminal Justice
Barstow College
Barstow, CA06.2005
Skills
- Victim advocacy
- Compassionate
- Professional boundaries
- Case planning
Military service
I have served in the United States Army with over 15 years of service, obtained the rank of Sergeant with combat experience while deployed to Iraq during Operation Iraq freedom. I have also completed a tour of duty in Kosovo, participated in the peace keeping mission. After my service, I received an honorable discharge.
Timeline
Correctional Counselor
CDCR, High Desert State Prison
08.2018 - 04.2022
Correctional Sergeant
CDCR, High Desert State Prison
06.2016 - 04.2022
Correctional Officer
CDCR, Centinela State Prison
02.2014 - 09.2016
Associate Of Arts - Criminal Justice
Barstow College
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