LaShawn Lattisaw
Clinton,MD
Summary
Experienced Correctional Officer skilled in crisis management, de-escalation techniques, and inmate supervision. Proven ability to handle emergency situations effectively while maintaining safety and order within correctional facilities.
Dedicated Correctional Officer with 16 years of experience in conflict resolution and emergency response. Expertise in training new officers and implementing de-escalation strategies, contributing to a safer environment and reduced incidents of violence.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
DC Department of Corrections
Washington, DC
07.2009 - Current
- Enforced facility regulations to maintain safety and order among inmates.
- Conducted regular security checks to identify potential risks or violations.
- Supervised inmate activities, ensuring compliance with institutional policies.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to de-escalate volatile situations.
- Trained new officers on protocols, emergency procedures, and safety measures.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and external agencies during incidents and investigations.
- Enhanced inmate safety by conducting thorough cell searches and confiscating contraband items.
- Reduced incidents of violence by implementing effective conflict resolution strategies among inmates.
- Conducted intake assessments for new arrivals, gathering necessary information to determine appropriate housing assignments and level of supervision needed.
- Handled emergency situations calmly under pressure, utilizing crisis intervention techniques to maintain order within the facility.
- Supported re-entry efforts by preparing parolees for successful transition back into society through resources planning and goal-setting exercises.
- Promoted a positive environment within the correctional facility by fostering open communication between staff and inmates.
- Maintained control during critical incidents by effectively utilizing de-escalation techniques and coordinating with additional emergency response teams when necessary.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
Education
High School Diploma -
Largo Senior High
Upper Marlboro, MD06-1994
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Self-defense tactics
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Crisis management
- Weapons training
- Booking procedures
Timeline
Correctional Officer
DC Department of Corrections
07.2009 - Current
High School Diploma -
Largo Senior High