thomas knight
Slidell ,LA
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience at Jefferson Parish Juvenile Services, excelling in crisis management and behavioral observation. Proven ability to enhance facility safety and advocate for community-based interventions, fostering trust with juveniles while ensuring compliance with court orders. Skilled in emergency response and effective communication, committed to supporting youth development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Officer
Jefferson Parish Juvenile Services
10.2010 - Current
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both residents well-being and facility security.
- Processed new admits into the facility by completing intake process. Which includes complete forms and inventorying personal belongings.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
- Managed daily operations, including supervising residents daily schedule, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
- Transported residents throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Maintained a safe environment for residents and staff through effective communication and adherence to established protocols.
Juvenile Probation Officer
Jefferson Parish Juvenile Services
12.2007 - 10.2010
- Advocated for alternatives to detention when appropriate, emphasizing the importance of community-based interventions over punitive measures.
- Managed caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks, utilizing time management skills, and maintaining organized case files.
- Established positive rapport with juveniles under supervision, fostering trust and open communication while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Enhanced community safety by closely monitoring and supervising juveniles on probation, ensuring compliance with court-ordered conditions.
- Supervised caseload of survivors in juvenile justice system to address and support unique needs of these clients.
- Coordinated with mental health professionals to address substance abuse concerns and emotional well-being among juveniles under supervision.
- Assisted young people in developing realistic goals for their future while supporting them throughout the process of achieving those objectives.
- Investigated juveniles' activities, school attendance and employment.
- Assessed mental health and physical state of young offenders.
- Conducted thorough assessments of juvenile offenders to determine risk levels, needs, and appropriate supervision strategies.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Psychology
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LASkills
- Patience and tolerance
- Emergency response
- Behavioral observation
- Physical restraint
- Security procedures
- Inmate supervision
- Headcounts
- Report preparation
- Inmate monitoring
- Crisis management
- Prisoner escort
- Court operations support
- Crisis intervention training
Timeline
Detention Officer
Jefferson Parish Juvenile Services
10.2010 - Current
Juvenile Probation Officer
Jefferson Parish Juvenile Services
12.2007 - 10.2010
Bachelor Of Science - Psychology
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
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