Melissa Woodley
Lawrenceville
Summary
Dynamic Correctional Officer with extensive experience at Lawrenceville Correctional Center, adept at conflict resolution and crisis intervention. Proven track record in enhancing facility security and reducing contraband incidents through vigilant monitoring and effective inmate supervision. Certified in First Aid and CPR, demonstrating strong interpersonal communication skills in high-pressure environments. Willing to learn!!
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Lawrenceville Correctional Center
07.2024 - Current
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- 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.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
Correctional Officer
THE GEO GROUP
03.2000 - 07.2024
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- 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.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
Education
No Degree -
Brunswick Senior High
Lawrenceville Virginia 2386806-1983
Skills
- Conflict resolution skills
- First aid training
- De-escalation techniques
- Mental health awareness
- Policy enforcement
- Inmate supervision
- Crisis intervention training
- Suicide prevention
- Inmate behavior modification tactics
- Records management
- Behavioral disorders
- Substance abuse
- First aid and CPR certified
- Interpersonal communication
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Lawrenceville Correctional Center
07.2024 - Current
Correctional Officer
THE GEO GROUP
03.2000 - 07.2024
No Degree -
Brunswick Senior High
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