Sasha Johnson
Homestead,FL
Summary
Correctional Officer with history of exercising sound judgment and reasoned thinking during crisis events. Develops strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues. Excellent command of detention center safety, security and emergency management protocols. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
02.2017 - Current
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Coordinated with other correctional facilities during transfers of inmates, ensuring smooth transitions between institutions without compromising security protocols.
- Maintained order within the facility by enforcing institutional rules and regulations consistently.
- Enhanced inmate safety by conducting thorough cell searches and confiscating contraband items.
- Effectively managed high-stress situations while maintaining professionalism, demonstrating strong leadership skills under pressure.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coral Reef Senior High School
Miami, FL06.2010
Skills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Records Maintenance
- Emergency Response
- Self-defense techniques
- Mental health awareness
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Security Procedures
- Equipment Operation
- Firearm Safety
- Inmate Supervision
- First Aid Training
- Emergency Management
- Inmate Transport
- Crisis Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Negotiation
- Crisis intervention training
- Incident Reporting
- Dependable and Responsible
- Attention to Detail
- Supervision and leadership
- Excellent Communication
Certification
- Crisis Negotiation Training - 3- years
- Mental Health Training- 3-years
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
02.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Coral Reef Senior High School
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