Correctional Officer with history of exercising sound judgment and reasoned thinking during crisis events. Develops strong rapport with service users and colleagues. Excellent command of detention centre safety, security and emergency management protocols. keen eye for attention to detail
Prioritising goals (needs and wants) and achieving goals.
Working unsupervised and also in a team to reach goals whilst maintaining high expectations of myself
Following directions
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Prison Officer
Corrections Victoria
Metropolitan Remand Center
06.2022 - Current
Observed behaviour of residents individually and in groups.
Administration duties including file notes, monthly and 3 monthly reviews, daily job logging, submitting enquiry's from service users i.e Employment, Tafe courses/Programs, medical issues and Service user personal property.
Managed high-risk situations calmly and effectively, using de-escalation techniques when necessary.
Enforcing rules and regulations set out in DCI and LOP.
Conducted routine head counts, searches and welfare checks.
Work within a team to achieve safety and good order of staff and service users by building rapport. Engaging in respectful, friendly interactions.
Reduced recidivism rates through effective communication, conflict resolution, and counselling techniques.
Scaffolder
Linc West Scaffolding
Laverton, VIC
03.2018 - 06.2022
Physical labour..
Minimized delays on-site by troubleshooting issues quickly and effectively while adhering to safety protocols.
Adhered to OHS regulations, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
Assisted in the development of project timelines, contributing to successful project completions.
Working unsupervised at times as well as in a team.
Delivery of equipment to job sites.
Education
No Degree - Non Particular
Laverton Secondary College
Laverton, VIC
07.2008
Skills
Public Safety
De-Escalation Techniques and conflict resolution
Relationship building and management
building respectful relationships
Working within a team
Administration
Affiliations
SES (State Emergency Service)
Commitee member of the WESTERN RAMS SPORTING CLUB
Sports, Family, Learning and upskilling
Im a proud father of 2 boys Kaiden (4) and Darcy (2) and they are my world. I currently play Footy (Australian rules football) for the Western Rams and Basketball, although i have played Rugby league, Cricket, Soccer and Baseball for a number of years also. I love to learn and develop continuously whether its something of importance or even random trivial things.