William McLaughlin
Cosmopolis,USA
Summary
Dedicated corrections and juvenile rehabilitation professional with over a decade of experience spanning recreation leadership, therapeutic programming, youth counseling, and staff supervision. Proven success in creating and maintaining structured environments that promote safety, personal growth, and reentry success. Experienced in supervising staff and incarcerated individuals in both recreational and residential settings. Skilled in policy development, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Juvenile Rehabilitation Counselor 2
Department of Children, Youth and Families – Harbor Heights
12.2021 - Current
- Provide case management, counseling, and reentry planning for high-risk youth in a maximum-security facility.
- Support recreation programming by developing schedules, maintaining equipment, and facilitating structured activities.
- Serve as Field Training Officer and contribute to staff onboarding and mentorship.
- Provide informal supervision and leadership for direct care staff during shifts, including mentoring, debriefing, and coordinating shift operations.
- Helped write policies addressing safety, security, and operational standards.
- Graduated from DCYF Supervisor Academy.
Recreational Therapist 2
Green Hill School
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Delivered therapeutic recreation services to youth with acute mental health needs.
- Created individualized plans that supported cognitive, emotional, and social growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support reentry preparation.
Corrections Officer
DOC – Stafford Creek Corrections Center
11.2012 - 12.2021
- Maintained facility safety and security through structured movement supervision and crisis response.
- Performed inmate checks, searches, and investigations; intervened in conflicts using de-escalation techniques.
- Promoted positive behavior and supported inmate access to programming and resources.
Recreation Specialist 3
DOC – Washington Corrections Center for Women
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Organized and led athletic leagues, holiday events, and structured recreational programming.
- Managed craft shop, music programs, and permit tracking in compliance with DOC policy 540.105.
- Participated in safety musters, supply ordering, and fundraiser events.
- Supervised inmate workers and provided direction for daily programming duties.
- Assisted in mentoring and supporting staff.
Recreation & Athletics Specialist 3
DOC – Stafford Creek Corrections Center
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Organized and led athletic leagues, holiday events, and structured recreational programming.
- Managed hobby craft, music programs, and permit tracking in compliance with DOC policy 540.105.
- Participated in safety musters, supply ordering, and fundraiser events.
- Supervised inmate workers and provided direction for daily programming duties.
- Assisted in mentoring and supporting staff.
- Certified in Procurement and Contract Management, and Contract Ethics.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Grays Harbor Community College
11.2012
Skills
- Recreation Program Design
- Juvenile Counseling & Reentry
- Facility & Staff Supervision
- Policy Development
- Trauma-Informed Practices
- Crisis Response & De-escalation
- CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness Integration
- Staff management
Timeline
Recreational Therapist 2
Green Hill School
01.2023 - 06.2023
Juvenile Rehabilitation Counselor 2
Department of Children, Youth and Families – Harbor Heights
12.2021 - Current
Recreation Specialist 3
DOC – Washington Corrections Center for Women
08.2021 - 09.2021
Recreation & Athletics Specialist 3
DOC – Stafford Creek Corrections Center
08.2018 - 03.2019
Corrections Officer
DOC – Stafford Creek Corrections Center
11.2012 - 12.2021
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Grays Harbor Community College
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