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David Gheorghita

625-2 Eva Rd, Toronto

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in Crime Scene Management at Toronto Police Service. Expertise in conflict de-escalation and situational awareness to ensure safety and security. Committed to community engagement and building positive relationships that enhance public trust.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Constable

Toronto Police Service
04.2023 - Current


Crime Scene Management: Attend and assist in securing, managing, and protecting secured crime scenes.

Property and Evidence: Collect and ensure the proper documentation, protection, and storage of property identified as evidence.

Canvassing and Information Gathering: Assist in neighbourhood canvassing for information and searching for evidence or missing persons.

Traffic Management: Close and clear roadways and direct traffic to ensure the safety of workers, the public, and the orderly movement of vehicles and pedestrians.

Emergency Response: Take control in non-critical emergency situations or at crime scenes.

Prisoner Transportation: Transport persons in custody (prisoners) to and from various secure locations, including detention centres, police divisions, hospitals, etc.

Custody Security: Maintain the safety and security of persons in custody, staff, and members of the public during transportation and while persons are awaiting treatment at a medical or psychiatric facility.

Management of Persons in Crisis: Demonstrate the ability to deal effectively with persons in crisis and manage hostile or dangerous behavior with maturity and self-control.

Report Taking and Documentation: Respond to public inquiries at the front desk of a police station, take information on divisional activity from the public, and prepare accurate reports.

Parking and By-law Enforcement: Enforce parking by-laws by issuing tags and arranging for vehicles to be towed when required.

Community Engagement: Provide information to the community through activities, actions, and compassion. (I.e working events with NCO’s)

Youth Services Officer

Roy McMurtry Youth Centre
11.2019 - 04.2023


Direct Supervision: Supervise a diverse group of youth (12-17 at the time of the offence) in a secure custody/detention setting on an assigned, rotating shift.

Security and Safety: Ensure the immediate safety and security of all youth, staff, visitors, and the youth centre facility through continuous monitoring and rule enforcement.

Searches and Contraband: Conduct regular and systematic searches to prevent the introduction and proliferation of contraband items.

Internal and External Escorts: Provide secure escort and supervision for youth during movement within the facility.

Program Delivery: Support, deliver, and facilitate structured rehabilitative programs and reintegration services.

Life Skills and Coaching: Provide coaching and mentorship to youth to teach new social and life skills and encourage better decision-making upon their return to the community.

De-escalation: Effectively and safely de-escalate conflicts, volatile situations, and unpredictable youth behaviour using trained verbal and non-verbal intervention techniques.

Crisis Management: Respond promptly and effectively to crises, including major incidents, self-harming behaviours, and mental health emergencies.

Detailed Reporting: Produce comprehensive, detailed, and accurate written reports (e.g., logbooks, incident reports, observation reports) to document youth behaviour, progress, and all security/safety-related incidents.

Family Support Worker

Bridgeway Family Services
08.2019 - 07.2020


Life Skills Coaching and Empowerment: Equip youth and young adults with practical life skills (e.g., financial literacy, job search techniques, budgeting, cooking, hygiene) and provide academic coaching to promote school success and self-sufficiency.

Relationship Building and Stability Promotion: Work collaboratively with Foster Parents and clinical teams to establish stable, caring relationships, helping to promote stability in the foster home and contributing to the overall well-being of the youth.

Pro-Social Engagement and Self-Worth: Facilitate meaningful community engagement and coach pro-social skills to help youth increase their levels of self-worth and build a positive, lasting support system.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

University of Ontario Institute And Technology
Oshawa, ON
06-2018

Diploma - Police Foundations

Durham College
Oshawa
06-2015

High School Diploma -

St. Stephen Secondary School
Bowmanville
06-2012

Skills

    - Effective Verbal Communication

    - Effective Written Communication

    - Conflict Resolution & De-escalation

    - Situational Awareness

    - Critical Thinking & Investigation

    - Self-Control & Professionalism

    - Stress and Pressure Management

    - Adaptability & Flexibility

    - Initiative & Accountability

    - Relationship Building

Timeline

Special Constable

Toronto Police Service
04.2023 - Current

Youth Services Officer

Roy McMurtry Youth Centre
11.2019 - 04.2023

Family Support Worker

Bridgeway Family Services
08.2019 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

University of Ontario Institute And Technology

Diploma - Police Foundations

Durham College

High School Diploma -

St. Stephen Secondary School
David Gheorghita