Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Sharon Gordon

Alexandria,LA

Summary

Accomplished Detention Officer with extensive experience at GEO facilities, adept in emergency response and behavioral observation. Excelled in maintaining safety and order by implementing de-escalation techniques and security procedures. Demonstrated patience and tolerance, significantly reducing contraband instances. Skilled in defense tactics and certified in armed escort, contributing to a secure environment.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Detention Officer

GEO:Pine Prairie Ice Processing Center
05.2015 - Current

Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.

Conducted routine and emergency head counts.

Tracked detainees through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.

Observed and supervised detainees throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.

Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups. Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.

Escorted detainees to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.

Searched cells of detainees to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.

Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.

Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.

Built solid relationships with staff and detainees to keep institution safe and secure.

Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with detainees.

Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.

Documented detainees behavior and activities in logbooks. Conducted security checks of detainees and living areas. Restrained detainees when disturbances required physical intervention.

Prepared reports to document incidents and violations. Supervised detainees during meals, recreation and other activities.

Provided assistance and guidance to detainees regarding daily activities.

Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among detainees.

As Medical Security Officer,assisted with Medical Processing by escorting New Intakes from Intake to Medical.

Correctional Officer

GEO:South Louisiana Correctional Facility
04.2014 - 05.2015

Supervised detainees and detainee activity daily.

Provided care and correctional treatment of detainees. Managed detainee holding areas.

Transported and escorted detainees within secured areas according to relevant laws, policies, and procedures. Contributed to the maintenance of institution security.

Performed searches on detainees and visitors.

Checked mail for contraband, such as weapons or drugs. Prepared incident reports and other documentation. Enforced rules and regulations governing facility security, detainee conduct, and detainee accountability.

Conducted accurate headcounts.

Inventoried inmates’ personal property and issues receipts. Break up physical confrontations and protect detainees and fellow officers from harm.

Provided emergency assistance as needed, including CPR, first aid, escape of detainees, and evacuation procedures. Armed Escort of detainees off compound with restraints.

Correctional Officer

GEO:Allen Correctional Facility
11.2013 - 09.2014

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.

Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.

Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.

Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.

Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.

Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.

Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.

Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant

Central Louisiana Medical Academy
Alexandria,La.
07-2013

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics/Computer Tech

Delta Career College
Alexandria,La.
05-1989

Skills

  • Patience and tolerance
  • Emergency response
  • Behavioral observation
  • Key control
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Restraint techniques
  • Security procedures
  • Body and cell searches
  • Weapons training
  • Trained in defensive tactics
  • Incident reporting

Accomplishments

Saved a Detainee's life in Medical Observation that twisted a sheet around his neck to hang himself on shower bar.

Given only 1 write-up in my 11 years and 2 months with GEO.

Maintained above average in most employee evaluations.

Maintained a score of 118 in Armed Escort Gun training,highest score being 120.

Employee Of The Month 2018 and nominated several other times for this award and nominated a 3 times for Officer Of The Year.

Never failed any Training Classes.

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Standards Training Certificate
  • First Aid Certification
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • Defensive Tactics Certification
  • Firearm Certified for Armed Escort
  • PepperBall Gun Certified

Timeline

Detention Officer

GEO:Pine Prairie Ice Processing Center
05.2015 - Current

Correctional Officer

GEO:South Louisiana Correctional Facility
04.2014 - 05.2015

Correctional Officer

GEO:Allen Correctional Facility
11.2013 - 09.2014
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Standards Training Certificate
  • First Aid Certification
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • Defensive Tactics Certification
  • Firearm Certified for Armed Escort
  • PepperBall Gun Certified

Certified Nursing Assistant

Central Louisiana Medical Academy

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics/Computer Tech

Delta Career College
Sharon Gordon