Lois Haney
Bowie,TX
Summary
Dynamic Senior Correctional Officer with extensive experience at Bridgeport Correctional Center, adept at crisis intervention and policy enforcement. Successfully reduced inmate misconduct through effective communication and behavioral analysis. Proven ability to manage inmate safety and security while fostering positive relationships, ensuring a respectful environment for both staff and inmates.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
15
15
Lindsey State Jail
3
3
CCA Womens Prison Bridgeport
3
3
Wackenhut Corrections Bridgeport and Lindsey State Jail
Work History
Senior Correctional Officer/Correctional Sergeant
Bridgeport Correctional Center
09.2017 - Current
- Managed inmate work assignments, ensuring productive utilization of labor resources within the correctional facility.
- Performed routine inspections of housing units, identifying maintenance issues for prompt resolution by facilities personnel.
- Responded swiftly to medical emergencies within the institution, providing first aid care while awaiting professional assistance when necessary.
- Assisted in the development of institutional policies that promoted fairness, consistency, and respect among staff and inmates alike.
- Coordinated recreation activities for inmates, promoting physical fitness and mental well-being throughout the population.
- Reduced instances of inmate misconduct by enforcing strict adherence to facility rules and regulations.
- Contributed to the successful completion of mandatory audits by maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Provided crisis intervention during emergencies, utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain a calm environment.
- 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.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Reduced instances of violence within the institution through effective conflict resolution strategies and communication skills.
- Participated in development of correctional policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of all interactions with inmates in accordance with departmental guidelines on documentation standards.
Education
Paralegal Degree - Paralegal
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law
Irving, TX07-1993
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Long Beach State College
Long Beach, CA06-1960
General Educational Studies
Hartman High School
Hartman Colorado05-1960
Skills
- Self-defense tactics
- Physical fitness
- De-escalation techniques
- Policy enforcement
- Behavioral analysis
- Safety and security enforcement
- Mental health awareness
- Inmate monitoring
- Relationship building and management
- Contraband seizure
- Security procedures
- First aid training
- Safety
- Firearm operations trained
- Emergency management
- Facility security
- Staff management
- Inmate behavior modification tactics
- Weapons training
- Suicide prevention
- Mentorship
- Central and pod control
- Emergency response
- Prisoner transport
- Evidence preservation
- Crisis intervention training
- Criminal justice
- Courtroom practices
- Criminal investigations
- Perimeter control
- First aid and CPR certified
- Visitation oversight
- Inmate rights
- Ethical standards of conduct
- Firearms proficiency
- Armory and key control
- Radio communication
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Safety and security
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- Inmate transport
- Active listening
- Effective communication
Timeline
Senior Correctional Officer/Correctional Sergeant
Bridgeport Correctional Center
09.2017 - Current
Paralegal Degree - Paralegal
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Long Beach State College
General Educational Studies
Hartman High School
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