Sally Beach
Portland
Summary
Skilled Correctional Officer with a track record of maintaining safety and security at the State Of Oregon Department of Corrections. Expert in de-escalation techniques and crisis management, I significantly reduced contraband instances, ensuring a secure environment. Demonstrated exceptional communication skills, fostering a positive and inclusive work culture. Committed to continuous professional development with a focus on safety and inmate supervision. Committed Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining order by enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Handles difficult inmates and high-pressure situations with sound judgment and reasoned thinking demonstrated over 18 -year industry history.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
State Of Oregon Department Of Corrections
12.2005 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
- Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within the correctional setting, promoting an inclusive environment for all individuals present.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses focused on understanding gang dynamics within prison settings to better identify and manage potential threats.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jame Madison High School
Portland, OR06.1975
Skills
- First Aid Training
- Emergency Response
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- Correctional facility procedures
- Restraint Techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Inmate Supervision
- Self-defense tactics
- Safety and security enforcement
- Safety
- Security Procedures
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Crisis Management
- Facility Security
- Search Procedures
- Evidence Preservation
- Firearms Training
- First Aid Certification
- Incident Reporting
- Conflict Resolution
Gardening, cooking and baking
I have been a Master Gardener for 20+ years. I grow a variety of flowers, ornamental shrubs, perennials and trees.
I have had a Gold Backyard Habitat Certification for 10+ years.
For the past two years, I grew my flowers and herbs from seed.
My specialty is eggplant parmesan with my homemade roasted tomato sauce.
I like to bake cakes, cookies, cupcakes and pies.
Life Saving Award
I was awarded a Life Saving pin in 2010 by Superintendent Howton.
Timeline
Correctional Officer
State Of Oregon Department Of Corrections
12.2005 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Jame Madison High School
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