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Kelvin Spry

28864 Skylark St

Summary

With a solid background at Donavon State Prison, I excel in crisis management and inmate supervision, significantly reducing contraband instances. Skilled in emergency response and conflict resolution, I've maintained safety and security through effective communication and professional composure, contributing to a positive work culture and enhancing facility security.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Officer

Donavon State Prison
11.2002 - Current
  • 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.
  • Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
  • Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
  • Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
  • Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
  • Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Contributed to policy development, ensuring alignment with best practices in corrections management.
  • Maintained detailed records of inmate behavior and activity, contributing to facility security.
  • Oversaw visitation sessions, maintaining order and ensuring safety of all parties involved.
  • Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
  • Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
  • Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
  • Received and inspected mail, property, and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
  • Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
  • Administered drug tests to inmates.

Education

High School Diploma - Basic Studies

Dougherty High School
Albany, GA
05.1993

Skills

  • First aid training
  • Emergency response
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Crisis management
  • Suicide prevention
  • Firearm operations trained
  • Inmate supervision

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Donavon State Prison
11.2002 - Current

High School Diploma - Basic Studies

Dougherty High School

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