Shanequa Garland
Cairo,GA
Summary
Proactive Juvenile Correctional Officer with extensive experience in behavior modification and crisis management. Skilled in security procedures, restraint techniques, and inmate supervision, ensuring a safe and respectful environment. Brings strong communication and multicultural sensitivity, fostering positive relationships and efficient operations within correctional facilities. Poised Juvenile Detention Officer maintaining safety, security and discipline of juveniles under court custody. Knowledgeable of counseling practices and juvenile detention management. Skilled in interviewing juveniles and analyzing root causes of behaviors. Self-confident Juvenile Detention Officer providing juvenile offenders with needed discipline, guidance and direction. Overseeing inmate escorts, facility searches and work detail supervision. Completed at least 48 hours of officer training per calendar year. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Juvenile Correctional Officer
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
02.2020 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
- Reduced incidents of rule-breaking by implementing effective behavior modification techniques.
- Served as a positive role model by demonstrating strong work ethic, integrity, and respect towards others within the correctional setting.
- Responded effectively to emergencies or crises situations, prioritizing safety and well-being of all residents and staff members.
- Documented daily activities and progress reports, ensuring accurate record-keeping for each resident''s file.
- Improved facility safety by conducting thorough and consistent security checks.
- Ensured adherence to facility policies and procedures, maintaining a high standard of professionalism at all times.
- Conducted room searches to prevent contraband from entering the facility, maintaining a safe living environment for all residents.
- Led recreational activities that fostered teamwork, communication skills, and physical fitness among residents.
- Supervised youth's daily activities for school, meals, and recreation time.
- Maintained a secure environment for juvenile offenders with diligent monitoring and supervision.
Correctional Officer
Georgia Department of Corrections
01.2018 - 02.2020
- 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.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within the correctional setting, promoting an inclusive environment for all individuals present.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses focused on understanding gang dynamics within prison settings to better identify and manage potential threats.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Monitored surveillance equipment to detect and prevent unauthorized activities.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
Correctional Officer
Florida Department of Correction
01.2017 - 12.2017
- 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.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- 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.
- 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.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
Education
Southern Reginal Technical College
Thomasville, GA 08.2014 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Cairo High School
Cairo, GA05.2014
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Youth Counseling
- Restraint Techniques
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Professional boundaries
- Suicide Prevention
- Gang Awareness
- Security Procedures
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Human relations
- Self-defense training
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Inmate Supervision
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Safety and Security
- Attention to Detail
- CCTV Monitoring
- Relationship Building
- Public Safety
- Search and seizure procedures
- Inmate behavior modification tactics
- Weapons training
- Crisis Intervention
- Incident Reporting
- Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
Juvenile Correctional Officer
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
02.2020 - Current
Correctional Officer
Georgia Department of Corrections
01.2018 - 02.2020
Correctional Officer
Florida Department of Correction
01.2017 - 12.2017
Southern Reginal Technical College
08.2014 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Cairo High School
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