Self-confident juvenile detention officer with a strong commitment to providing juvenile offenders with necessary discipline, guidance, and direction. Experienced in overseeing inmate escorts, facility searches, and work detail supervision. Completed at least 80 hours of officer training per calendar year, demonstrating dedication to professional development. Seeking to build upon skills and take on new responsibilities to make a positive impact on the lives of juvenile offenders. With over 1 year of experience supervising and working with this population, possesses sound knowledge of juvenile corrections procedures and a strong understanding of proper detention and restraining methods. Safety-oriented correctional officer with extensive training in defensive tactics and suicide prevention, well-equipped to maintain safety, security, and discipline of juveniles under court custody. Expertise in counseling practices and juvenile detention management allows for effective interviewing of juveniles and analysis of root causes of their behaviors.