Landon Rodenhofer
Nokomis,IL
Summary
Dedicated correctional counselor with expertise in crisis intervention and behavioral observation. Proven track record in conducting effective counseling sessions and collaborating with correctional staff to enhance safety and support rehabilitation efforts.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Counselor
Illinois Department Of Corrections
Lincoln, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted individual counseling sessions with individuals in custody to address behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with correctional staff to ensure adherence to security protocols during counseling.
- Maintained detailed records of counseling sessions and individuals in custody interactions for documentation.
- Assisted in crisis intervention strategies to manage volatile situations effectively.
- Observed the emotional and physical conditions of individuals in custody to identify and proactively address concerns.
- Conducted weekly visits with each assigned individual in custody at least once per week while they are incarcerated.
- Advised correctional officers on strategies for dealing with disruptive behavior among individuals in custody.
- Participated in team meetings with other professionals involved in the rehabilitation process of an individual in custody.
- Facilitated educational classes for individuals in custody on topics such as substance abuse prevention, and life skills development.
Correctional Officer
Illinois Department Of Corrections
Lincoln, IL
06.2014 - 07.2023
- Supervised individuals in custody activities and maintained safety within correctional facilities.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with security protocols.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to maintain order among individuals in custody.
- Provided crisis intervention and conflict resolution in high-stress situations.
- Developed rapport with individuals in custody to encourage positive behavior and communication.
- Observed individuals in custody behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts, and other dangerous activities.
- Supervised individuals in custody 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 individuals in custody.
- Interacted with individuals in custody, in an effort to reduce tension between them, and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe individuals in custody, activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Informed individuals in custody, and visitors of rules, safety, and security procedures, and responsibilities.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Transported individuals in custody between facilities or court hearings, using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
- Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes, and completing appropriate visitation logs.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
- Operated security control systems to monitor entrances, exits, and movement within the facility.
- Managed conflict and negotiated resolutions between individuals in custody to prevent violence, and ensure the safety of all individuals in the facility.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing individuals in custody.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
- Used appropriate means to discipline individuals in custody.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Online06-2014
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral assessment
- Documentation procedures
- Case management
- De-escalation techniques
- Security compliance
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
Certification
I've been trained in crisis intervention and de-escalation response
Timeline
Correctional Counselor
Illinois Department Of Corrections
08.2023 - Current
Correctional Officer
Illinois Department Of Corrections
06.2014 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix