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Tahnae Baker

McMinnville

Summary

Dedicated Case Management Treatment Specialist with extensive experience in programming inmates and helping them reintegrate successfully back into society, mental health assessment, crisis intervention, and program evaluation. Proven ability to develop individualized treatment plans and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance inmate rehabilitation.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Case Management Treatment Specialist

Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Sheridan
09.2016 - Current
  • Coordinated case management for inmate populations within federal correctional facilities.
  • I have experience developing, evaluating and analyzing program needs and other data on a case load of 140 inmates in addition to coverage to any vacated caseloads within the institution.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans addressing inmates' psychological and social needs.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive inmate support services.
  • Monitored and assessed inmate progress through regular evaluations and updates.
  • I have experience screening inmates to identify their proper mental health needs and the level of advanced care that they will need to prepare them for reentry.
  • Chaired therapy groups, fostering therapeutic engagement within inmate population.
  • I have experience conducting scheduled program reviews, as well as overseeing the classification and placement of inmates in adult institutions.
  • I have chaired comprehensive mental health assessments, individual service planning, counseling, crisis support services to inmates.
  • I have experience conducting quarterly and semi-annual program review meetings for the inmates, write progress reports, and correspond with fellow line staff and supervisors to give and receive vital information on inmates.
  • I have experience planning and implementing treatment plans and progress reports for the inmate population, during my team and group meetings and treatment sessions, I enter secure information from the inmates’ commitment papers in the computer for initial classification after communicating with relevant resources to develop release plans.
  • experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure delivery of comprehensive inmate support services.
  • I have experience evaluating offender programs and recommend strengthening strategies.
  • I have experience providing support and consultation to the Intake team by screening inmates who may qualify for urgent or emergent response and follow crisis protocols.
  • I have experience referring inmates to the clinical team for discussions.
  • I have experience facilitating inmate led psychotherapy group meetings in a prison setting.
  • I have experience providing psychosocial assessments, which determined specific treatment or case management needs for the inmates.
  • I have prepared and managed immediate release and executive clemency and congressional paperwork in a timely manner for the inmate’s release.
  • I have experience identifying and analyzing statistical data relative to offender programs.
  • I have the experience & responsibility of Intake Screening, Admission & Orientation, Unit Disciplinary Committee, Central Inmate Monitoring Program, Initial Classification/Program Review, Victim Witness Program/Victim Notification System, FOIA, Privacy Act, Inmate Financial Responsibility Program, Treaty Transfer, Security and Classification Designation, Release Planning/ Residential Re-entry Center (RRC) Utilization and FSA assessments.
  • I have experience preparing various reports and correspondence, such as progress reports, case summaries, program review reports, memorandum letters to court officials, and Administrative Remedy responses for Executive Staff. These documents are used by staff within the BOP and outside agencies, such as U.S. Parole Commission, U.S. Attorney’s Office, U.S. Probation Office, U.S. District Courts, and State and Local courts, Congress, probation, and law enforcement agencies. Moreover, my duties consist of contacting the assigned agency and the officer in the inmate’s future location to pass on pertinent information such as court documentation, living arrangements, job prospects, and transportation.
  • I have experience acting as a liaison between unit team and various departments within the correctional facility.
  • I have effective oral and written communication skills, I conduct hearings, review disciplinary reports, take testimonies, and review analysis of court decisions and administrative rules on inmates that demonstrated acts of misconduct.
  • I have experience classifying and scoring security custody levels for inmates using objective based risk assessments developed by the National Institute of Corrections.
  • I have independently conducted the administration and scoring using formal diagnostic tools.
  • I have experience conducting the development of remedial strategies.
  • I have experience assessing progress by initiating retesting by using formal assessment measures when it comes to FSA assessments.
  • I have learned and applied assessment and treatment techniques, and I use these techniques to develop rapport and treatment goals during my counseling sessions with inmates in a correctional facility environment.
  • I am knowledgeable of programs and treatment options available to the inmate population, and the policies which dictate inmate participation, release, privileges, and sentencing.
  • I have had the opportunity to act as Unit Manager on numerous occasions. While in the acting capacity, I am responsible for performing the administrative duties associated with that position.
  • Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to address mental health needs.
  • Developed educational materials on coping strategies and life skills for inmates.
  • Monitored and documented inmate behavior and treatment effectiveness regularly.

Correctional Officer

Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Sheridan
04.2015 - 09.2016
  • I have experience working all the correctional posts under the direction of the shift lieutenant.
  • I spent a majority of my time working critical posts such as the institutional control center, front lobby entrance, special housing unit, compound, and the visiting room.
  • As a Unit Officer/Camp Officer, I supervised approximately 130-500 inmates in the inmate housing units.
  • Through conducting shakedowns of inmate living areas and inmates, I was continually in search of contraband to maintain the security of the institution.
  • I effectively communicated with the inmates in order to maintain the orderly running of the housing units, as well as the other program areas of the institution.
  • I regularly responded to routine inquiries from inmates.
  • I have experience effectively communicating with inmates, I maintained inmate respect and safety management through the use of effective interpersonal communication skills.
  • I routinely practiced and utilized discretion to resolve housing unit issues that arose.
  • I have experience performing the duties of packing property, sorting, reviewing, and distributing inmate mail, processing incident reports when needed, and participated in Unit Team meetings.
  • I enforced inmate compliance with dress code, housing sanitation, and policies related to the orderly running of the correctional facility.
  • I have experience maintaining accurate key counts, out counts, announced moves, and dispatched staff to emergencies, fence checks, duress and fire alarms.
  • I have the experience of being responsible for maintaining inmate gate passes, audit crew kits, processing inmates in and out via Sentry of the institution for medical, writ, furlough, and bus transfers.
  • As a SHU officer, I have issued inmate property, assisted with recreation moves, passed out meal trays, and escorted inmates for the Disciplinary Hearing Officer and Unit Team when necessary. When inmates released from the Special Housing Unit, I prepared correspondence for signature of the Captain and Lieutenants.
  • I have experience processing mail (including legal mail) in and out of SHU and the housing unit inmates on a daily basis.
  • I have participated in numerous Unit Discipline Committee meetings for processing of incident reports.
  • I have experience helping resolve TORT Claims.
  • As a Visiting Room officer, I have maintained the security of the institution through visual and physical searches of the visiting room, inmates, and visitors on a regular basis. I ensured contraband was not distributed to inmates from visitors and regularly performed shakedowns on the visiting room.
  • As a front lobby officer, I was responsible for screening all incoming phone calls as the screening site, I would exercise a high degree of initiative, alertness, discretion, and judgment as to the information that can be released in accordance to the Bureau Policy and regulations.
  • As a front lobby officer, I have screened both visitors and staff members and inmates, utilizing the appropriate screening procedures. I.e. X-ray machine and metal detectors, ion scanner. I also conducted visual searches of individuals in accordance with BOP policy.

On Call- Corrections Deputy

Benton County Sheriff's Office
Corvallis
08.2014 - 04.2015
  • Responded to incidents and emergencies, employing conflict resolution techniques.
  • Maintained accurate records of inmate behavior and disciplinary actions taken.
  • Managed intake procedures for new inmates, including documentation and orientation.
  • Conducted routine inspections of cells and common areas for safety and security.
  • Supervised inmate activities to ensure compliance with facility regulations.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement and legal personnel during investigations and hearings.
  • Provided support during rehabilitation programs, facilitating group sessions as needed.
  • Intervened in conflicts between inmates in a timely manner while following established protocol.
  • Investigated incidents involving inmates, wrote reports, and submitted evidence as required.
  • Interviewed inmates upon intake into the facility to assess their needs and risk factors.
  • Participated in rehabilitation of offenders by scheduling work assignments, educational opportunities and counseling.
  • Conducted searches for contraband and weapons.
  • Assisted in maintaining order during recreation activities and meal times.
  • Participated in regular meetings with other corrections staff members to discuss issues related to safety, security, and inmate management.
  • Assisted in the supervision of inmates within a correctional facility.
  • Enforced safety protocols to ensure security of the institution.
  • Responded promptly to any emergency situations or disturbances that arose.
  • Developed positive relationships with both staff members and inmates through effective communication skills.
  • Transported inmates between institutions for court appearances or other purposes as needed.
  • Periodically inspected facilities for unsanitary conditions and signs of security breaches.
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
  • Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
  • Operated security control systems to monitor entrances, exits, and movement within the facility.
  • Escorted inmates within the facility, including to and from cells, medical appointments, and recreational activities.
  • Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
  • Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
  • Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
  • Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
  • My duties and responsibilities included inmate processing, maintaining order in the jail, and invoking disciplinary measures when necessary.
  • In addition, I performed cell searches for drugs and other contraband, inspected the facility for cleanliness, and monitored inmates during exercise periods.
  • Additionally, I escorted inmates between the courtroom and the correctional facility while maintaining prisoner security and protecting the general public at all times.
  • I operated control towers, monitored security cameras, and screened entries and exits of the facility and operated all doors and gates.
  • I have experience doing physical searches and pat searches.
  • Additionally, I would administer routine and random drug screens and testing and alcohol testing.
  • I also regularly composed detailed reports for supervisors addressing violations, disturbances, unusual occurrence, and actions taken by myself and/or fellow deputies.
  • Book and release inmates including, clothed and unclothed searches, data collection, verifying and entry; screening for medical and or mental health drug abuse concerns; inventory and securing of inmate property and funds and finger prints.
  • My duties also included guiding inmates in cooperative individual and group counseling sessions. The aim of such counseling was to determine the needs of the offender and aiding said offender understand and adjust, as well as identify and recommend treatment plans for necessary changes.

College Intern./Secretary Assistant

The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde
Grand Ronde
05.2012 - 08.2014
  • Collaborated with team members to develop outreach materials for tribal programs.
  • Created presentations using software tools to inform community members about programs.
  • Engaged with community members to gather feedback on service effectiveness and needs.
  • Provided administrative support to faculty members in the form of scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, taking meeting minutes, and filing paperwork.
  • Created and maintained databases for tracking student progress and performance data.
  • Created and maintained the Native American Mentoring Program through Western Oregon University.
  • Acted as a role model and resource for academic achievements and career potentials for tribal youth 6-12th graders (500+ Native American Youth).
  • I assisted in a variety of administrative and front desk secretary duties (for 20 employees and 500+ Native American Youth) which included but were not limited to; maintaining subject matter files and records, setting up and maintaining logs that showed participation and the status of actions and correspondence, while documenting files, I ensured that all files included all required documents and that all the documents were properly signed before processing, data entry, word processing, creating spreadsheets, maintaining filing systems and other organizational tasks.
  • I utilized a variety of automated or computer based systems in extracting and compiling data. I have created a database to store employees' training records and I have assisted in creating a slide presentation using a presentations and graphics software.
  • I prepared multiple after school and summer activities and groups and scheduled for education programs.
  • I have assisted students with correspondence to outside schools and colleges where they may seek admission upon graduation.
  • Mailed newsletters, promotional material, and other important information out to tribal and community members.
  • I have counseled multiple problematic students and helped them succeed through progress plans and meetings and group sessions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR
06-2014

Skills

  • Case management
  • Program evaluation
  • Mental health assessment
  • Crisis intervention
  • Treatment planning
  • Inmate supervision
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Team leadership

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • OIS(Oregon Intervention Training)7-18-2025
  • CPR/First Aid Certified 09-14-2024
  • HIPPA Training 04-20-2025
  • PREA Training 04-20 2025
  • BBP (Blood Borne Pathogens)Training 04-20-25
  • Defensive Tactics Trainings(Ground Control, Ground Fighting, Cuffing, Restraints, Restraint Chair).
  • I have taken the Central Inmate Monitoring System (CIMS) test and have attained certification.
  • I have attended the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and have attained certification.
  • I have taken the Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Aerosol Spray User test and have attained certification.
  • I have attended the mentally ill training and have attained certification.
  • Case Manager Treatment Specialist Training - CDEV – Case Management (Cross Development)
  • NCIC /NLETS Operator
  • Attorney General (AG) Guidelines for Victim and Witness Assistance
  • Employee Benefits & Retirement Computation
  • Schedule A: Roadmap to Success
  • Lead a Drug & Alcohol program/group during my college practicum and presented and taught on the following topics: Steroids, Heroin, Methamphetamine, FASD, Long Term Effects of Alcohol, Fentanyl, Designer drugs i.e. bath salts, synthetic stimulants, Narcotics.
  • -Federal Government Purchase Card: Cardholder Procurement, Green Purchasing.
  • Section 508 Awareness
  • Leadership Development
  • Public Speaking Strategies: Preparing Effective Speeches

Timeline

Case Management Treatment Specialist

Federal Bureau Of Prisons
09.2016 - Current

Correctional Officer

Federal Bureau Of Prisons
04.2015 - 09.2016

On Call- Corrections Deputy

Benton County Sheriff's Office
08.2014 - 04.2015

College Intern./Secretary Assistant

The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde
05.2012 - 08.2014

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Western Oregon University

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