Tammy Smith
Whitwell,TN
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. 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 [Number]-year industry history. Hardworking [Job Title] skilled in managing correctional functions and monitoring inmate behavior. Employs sound judgment and verbal de-escalation tactics to maintain order and prohibit dangerous situations. Skillfully detects contraband during cell searches.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Marion County Sheriffs Department
02.2022 - Current
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
Counselor
Genisis Learning Center
05.1998 - 09.2000
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Facilitated weekly group sessions to encourage self-reflection and problem-solving.
- Conducted evaluations to help patients develop measurable treatment goals.
Director
Whitwell Senior Center
04.1994 - 05.1998
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
- Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
Education
High School Diploma -
Whitwell
200 Tiger Trail Whitwell,tn 3739705.1987
Skills
- Work Release Programs
- Observation
- Behavioral Disorders Familiarity
- Restraint Techniques
- Correctional Facility Procedures
- Court Hearings
- De-Escalating Conflicts
- Medical Emergency Response
- Rehabilitation and Counseling
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Marion County Sheriffs Department
02.2022 - Current
Counselor
Genisis Learning Center
05.1998 - 09.2000
Director
Whitwell Senior Center
04.1994 - 05.1998
High School Diploma -
Whitwell
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