Dedicated and hardworking professional skilled in team leadership, training and development, as well as creation and implementation of programs and protocols. Offering to work both independently and as collaborative member of team to improve processes and meet organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Officer
Corecivic Inc.
Lumpkin, Georgia
08.2019 - Current
Conducted regular safety inspections of all equipment used by staff members or inmates.
Managed intake and release processes, including documentation, fingerprinting, and photographing.
Maintained records of prisoners' identification and charges.
Responded quickly and effectively to any medical emergencies that arose within the facility.
Conducted searches of cells for contraband items such as drugs, weapons or other prohibited materials.
Performed basic first aid procedures and cardiopulmonary resuscitation on unconscious inmates and officers.
Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
Maintained accurate records of detainee behavior, incidents, and disciplinary actions taken.
Enforced facility rules and regulations, applying disciplinary measures in accordance with policies.
Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
Coordinated with medical staff to ensure detainees received necessary healthcare services.
Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
Followed daily routine schedule and took head counts of all inmates in assigned cell block.
Investigated disturbances within the facility and reported findings to supervisors.
Conducted searches of detainees and cells for contraband, following strict security procedures.
Correctional Officer
Aaron Cohn Regional Youth Detention Center
Columbus, Georgia
06.2018 - 08.2019
Maintained detailed logs of inmate behavior, incidents, and daily activities.
Provided first response medical care in emergency situations until professional medical staff could take over.
Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
Participated in training sessions to stay current on best practices in corrections and emergency response.
Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment and develop life skills needed upon release from prison.
Implemented rehabilitation programs aimed at reducing recidivism among inmates.
Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
Facility Operator
Carbo Ceramics
Eufaula, Alabama
11.2015 - 07.2017
Started up, shut down and checked water and wastewater treatment processes.
Conducted regular safety audits to identify potential hazards or risks within working environment.
Managed inventory levels of supplies used in daily operations such as cleaning products, lightbulbs.
Responded quickly to emergency situations and provided assistance as needed.
Coordinated supply inventory and maintained facility equipment in good working order.