Kimberly Gaskins
Vero Beach
Summary
Dynamic Correctional Officer with extensive experience at Okeechobee Correctional Institution, adept in security enforcement and incident report writing. Proven ability to utilize de-escalation techniques and conflict resolution skills to maintain safety and promote rehabilitation. Successfully trained new officers, enhancing team effectiveness and compliance with safety protocols.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Okeechobee Correctional Institution
OKEECHOBEE
01.2023 - Current
- Conducted security checks to maintain a safe environment for staff and inmates.
- Responded promptly to incidents, utilizing de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Monitored inmate activities to ensure compliance with facility regulations.
- Assisted in the transportation of inmates between facilities and court appearances.
- Documented daily activities and incidents in incident reports for record-keeping.
- Collaborated with team members to enforce safety protocols and procedures.
- Facilitated inmate programs, promoting rehabilitation and positive behavior changes.
- Trained new officers on policies, procedures, and emergency response strategies.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
Education
Associate of Arts - Education
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL03-2012
Skills
- Incident report writing
- Security enforcement
- Inmate supervision
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Okeechobee Correctional Institution
01.2023 - Current
Associate of Arts - Education
Indian River State College
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