Gerald Strother

Correctional Officer

Allen Correctional Center

Oakdale

06.2024 - Current

Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
Responded to emergencies and incidents, such as fights or attempted escapes, using appropriate restraint techniques.
Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
Trained new correctional officers on facility procedures, safety protocols, and the ethical treatment of inmates.
Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
Inspected cells and other areas for contraband and safety hazards.
Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
Maintained detailed logs of inmate behavior, incidents, and daily activities.
Participated in training sessions to stay current on best practices in corrections and emergency response.
Supervised inmate activities, including meals, recreation times, and work assignments.
Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
Provided first response medical care in emergency situations until professional medical staff could take over.
Facilitated communication between inmates and facility staff, including relaying requests and grievances.
Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
Escorted inmates within the facility, including to and from cells, medical appointments, and recreational activities.
Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
Transported inmates to court, doctor appointments and work sites.
Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
Served meals and dispensed medications to inmates.
Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Correctional Officer

Education

High School Diploma -

Skills

Certification

Accomplishments

Timeline

Correctional Officer

High School Diploma -

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