Yelenda croseford
Summary
Experienced Correctional Officer skilled in inmate supervision, emergency response, and safety protocol enforcement. Maintained facility security and ensured compliance with institutional regulations. Led crisis intervention and conflict resolution efforts, fostering a safer environment. Adapted to changing situations while enhancing operational efficiency through effective communication and problem-solving.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Arkansas Department Of Corrections
Pine Bluff
04.2023 - Current
- Monitored inmate activities to maintain safety and security within the facility.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Enforced institutional rules and regulations to ensure compliance among inmates.
- Trained new officers on safety procedures and operational protocols within the facility.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Conducted regular inspections of premises to identify safety hazards and violations.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
- Assisted in emergency situations by implementing response protocols effectively.
- Participated in the development and implementation of escape prevention plans and emergency evacuation procedures.
- Operated security control systems to monitor entrances, exits, and movement within the facility.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Documented incidents and prepared reports for administrative review and record-keeping.
- Distributed commissary items and dispensed prescribed medication to prisoners.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Southeast College
Pine Bluff, ARSkills
- Inmate supervision
- Security inspections
- Emergency response
- Incident documentation
- Perimeter control
- Surveillance
- Restraint methods
- Non-violent intervention
- Suicide intervention
- Effective communication
- Mentorship
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Arkansas Department Of Corrections
04.2023 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Southeast College