Lamar Downes
Gwynn Oak,MD
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Observant accustomed to working alone to maintain security at facilities. Knowledgeable about detecting and preventing incidents, reporting crime and providing basic first aid. Thorough understanding of enforcement policies coupled with deep familiarity of safety equipment. Detail-oriented Security Officer equipped with excellent memory and awareness of people, events and facilities. Skilled in responding to emergency situations and providing crisis intervention. Exercises sound judgment during crisis and emergency situations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Paragon Security
Baltimore, MD
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
- Developed strategies for improving the overall safety of the healthcare facility.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
Security Officer
Broadway Services, Inc.
Baltimore, MD
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Provided emotional support and guidance to individuals dealing with a variety of life issues, including grief, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma and relationship conflicts.
- Performed daily maintenance and repairs on yard equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and chainsaws.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to clients in crisis situations.
- Assisted clients with conflict resolution strategies and anger management techniques.
- Facilitated communication between staff members during crisis situations.
- Implemented de-escalation techniques when needed to prevent physical confrontations.
- Evaluated existing policies and procedures related to security protocols in order to recommend changes where necessary.
- Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss happenings in life to help client develop insight into themselves and relationships.
- Collaborated closely with treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services.
- Helped clients deal with substance abuse, mental illness and other concerns by delivering personalized counseling support.
Education
High School Diploma -
M.A.T.H.S
Baltimore, MD06-2015
Skills
- Social Perceptiveness
- Crisis Management
- Leadership
- Calm Under Pressure
- Problem-Solving
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Verbal Communication
- Behavioral Assessment
- Stress Management Techniques
Timeline
Security Officer
Paragon Security
01.2020 - 11.2022
Security Officer
Broadway Services, Inc.
04.2018 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
M.A.T.H.S