Tranayce Swanigan
Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice
Chicago,IL
9
years of professional experience
Detail oriented juvenile justice specialist with experience in secure facility operations, incident documentation, records management, and administrative support. Skilled in behavioral observation, critical thinking, crisis intervention, and handling confidential information. Seeking to apply strong analytical, communication, and security awareness skills.
Work History
Juvenile Justice Specialist
2 Years 10 Months- Supervise and monitor youth throughout daily activities, including housing units, dietary, education, programs, and movement within the facility.
- Implement and monitor compliance with facility policies and procedures to ensure safety and security.
- Analyze youth interactions and behavior patterns to prevent security risks and address potential conflicts.
- Document detailed incident reports to identify behaviors and incidents posing risks to the safety of youth and staff.
- Promote positive behavior among youth while ensuring adherence to professional boundaries.
- Utilize crisis intervention, verbal de-escalation, and conflict-resolution to safely manage youth experiencing behavioral crises.
- Respond rapidly to codes, emergencies and other critical incidents.
- Ensure comprehensive and precise tracking of youth movement, counts, programming, and overall facility activity to support operational efficiency.
Warehouse Associate
1 Year 10 Months- Prioritized and managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, productivity, and attention to detail.
- Operated warehouse equipment safely and efficiently while adhering to established safety standards and operational procedures.
- Maintained organized work areas and ensured materials were properly labeled, stored, and readily identifiable.
- Accurately documented and reported damaged, missing, or improperly received materials to maintain accurate records and prevent recurring discrepancies.
- Applied proper lifting, loading, and material-handling techniques to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
- Loaded and secured complex freight into trailers according to established procedures and time-sensitive schedules while maintaining accuracy and productivity.
Office Assistant
2 Years 9 Months- Maintained and organized accurate records, files, and administrative documentation to ensure information was properly maintained and readily accessible.
- Performed data entry and reviewed records for accuracy, completeness, and consistency while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information in accordance with established policies, procedures, and professional standards.
- Prepared and maintained correspondence, reports, forms, and other administrative documents while ensuring information was accurate and complete.
- Managed telephone inquiries, gathered relevant information, and communicated information to appropriate personnel in a professional and timely manner.
- Coordinated schedules, appointments, and administrative activities while managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and competing demands.
- Communicated professionally with staff, clients, and members of the public while maintaining confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
Library Page
4 Months- Organized library materials by accurately shelving, sorting, and arranging books, media, and other resources according to established classification systems.
- Located and retrieved requested materials efficiently while maintaining accurate organization and accessibility of library resources.
- Reviewed and identified misplaced, damaged, or improperly shelved materials and corrected discrepancies to maintain accurate collections.
- Assisted patrons with locating materials and provided professional customer service while responding to questions and requests.
- Maintained accurate records and assisted with processing, organizing, and tracking library materials and resources.
- Monitored library areas to maintain an orderly, safe, and welcoming environment while following established policies and procedures.
- Managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy, and timely completion of assigned responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
- Dean's List
- 3.4 GPA
- Jackson State University Service Ambassador Member
Skills
Youth supervision
Crisis management
De-escalation skills
Incident reporting
Data analysis
Record keeping
Data confidentiality
Critical thinking
Timeline
Juvenile Justice Specialist
Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice
10.2023 - CurrentRead More
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
12.2021 - 10.2023Read More
Office Assistant
Jackson State University
08.2018 - 05.2021Read More
Library Page
Chicago Public Library
03.2017 - 07.2017Read More
Jackson State University
Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice
Read More
Trainings
- CPI
- CPR & First Aid
- Mandated Reporter