Danny Tafolla,Jr.
Highland
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer with extensive experience at the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Expert in crisis intervention and inmate monitoring, ensuring safety and compliance. Proven ability to manage high-risk situations and collaborate effectively with teams, enhancing security protocols and maintaining accurate incident records. Committed to fostering a secure environment for all.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
01.2007 - Current
- Monitored inmate activities to maintain safety and security within facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities and equipment for compliance with safety regulations.
- Responded to emergencies, implemented crisis intervention techniques to ensure inmate welfare.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, behaviors, and disciplinary actions for review by supervisors.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to address inmates' psychological needs effectively.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
Education
Criminal Justice
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CASkills
- Inmate monitoring
- Crisis intervention
- Safety compliance
- Incident reporting
- Conflict resolution
- Emergency response
- Behavioral assessment
- Record maintenance
- Team collaboration
- High-risk management
- Security protocols
- Head count procedures
- Risk assessment
Timeline
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
01.2007 - Current
Criminal Justice
San Bernardino Valley College