Results-driven correctional officer with extensive experience at LaSalle Corrections, skilled in crisis intervention and inmate supervision. Proven ability to enhance safety through effective conflict resolution and contraband seizure. Trained new staff in emergency response, fostering a secure environment and improving operational efficiency.
Work History
Owner
8 Years 6 Months
B&j Roofing LLC. | 05.2016 - 11.2024
Enforced facility regulations to maintain order and safety within the correctional environment.
Conducted regular security checks to identify potential hazards and ensure inmate compliance.
Assisted in crisis intervention, effectively de-escalating volatile situations among inmates.
Monitored inmate behavior, reporting suspicious activities to supervisory staff for further action.
Maintained accurate records of daily activities, incidents, and inmate interactions for documentation purposes.
Trained new correctional officers on facility protocols and emergency response procedures.
Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
Correctional Officer
2 Years 8 Months
LaSalle Corrections | 02.2024 - Current
Enforced facility regulations to maintain order and safety within the correctional environment.
Conducted regular security checks to identify potential hazards and ensure inmate compliance.
Assisted in crisis intervention, effectively de-escalating volatile situations among inmates.
Monitored inmate behavior, reporting suspicious activities to supervisory staff for further action.
Maintained accurate records of daily activities, incidents, and inmate interactions for documentation purposes.
Trained new correctional officers on facility protocols and emergency response procedures.
Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.