Tony Feros
Summary
Proud Indigenous Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining order by enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Handles difficult inmates and high-pressure situations with sound judgement and reasoned thinking. Develops strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues. Excellent command of detention centre safety, security and emergency management protocols.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Corrective Services
Cessnock, NSW
11.2019 - Current
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, report logs, records and activity journals.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates concerning violations of policy or procedure observed during shift changes.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
Enrolled Nurse
ADHC
Stockton, NSW
02.2012 - 11.2019
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
Education
Year 10 Certificate -
Newcastle High School
Certificate III - Age Care And Disability
NSW TAFE
Diploma - Diploma of Nursing
NSW TAFE
Certificate III - Corrective Services
Brush Farm Corrective Service Academy
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Crisis Management
- Prisoner Transport
- Surveillance, CCTV Monitoring
- Relationship building and management
- Radio communication and negotiation
- First aid and CPR certified
- Public Safety
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Safety and Security enforcement
- Conflict resolution
- Fire and Rescue
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Incident reporting
- Medication administration
- Excellent Time management
Certification
Cessnock
- Drivers License
- First Aid and CPR
- Manual handling certificate
- Fire and Safety
- F.M.I. Five Minute Intervention Training
References
- Jamie Paras Mobile - 0412195249
- Grant Smith Mobile - 0422433725
- Peter Cargill Mobile - 0413365349
- Mathew Avery Mobile - 0432334923
- Nicholas Peter Mobile - 0435207737
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Corrective Services
11.2019 - Current
Enrolled Nurse
ADHC
02.2012 - 11.2019
Year 10 Certificate -
Newcastle High School
Certificate III - Age Care And Disability
NSW TAFE
Diploma - Diploma of Nursing
NSW TAFE
Certificate III - Corrective Services
Brush Farm Corrective Service Academy
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