Peter Boatright
Kearney
Summary
Experienced security professional with a solid background in overseeing safety protocols and managing security teams. Highly skilled in coordinating with staff to maintain a secure environment, responding promptly to incidents, and adapting to dynamic situations. Known for reliability, effective communication, and a focused approach to achieving security objectives. Proficient in risk assessment, conflict resolution, and the utilization of security technology.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Security Supervisor
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
03.2020 - 12.2024
- Controls the daily operation at the YRTC-Kearney facility
- Administers facility rules and regulations to ensure youth on and off campus activities/events are conducted in an acceptable proper manner, including but not limited to, medication administration, youth movements, school, recreation, groups, and meals
- Oversees health, sanitation, safety, and security standards of the facility
- Responds to and handles crisis and critical incidents, communicating with Administration during non-business hours
- Completes disciplinary investigations for validity and due process
- Establishes and leads the command center during crisis situations until Administration can respond and take lead
- Communicates with law enforcement agencies when needed
- Works closely and communicates with other departmental personnel to ensure safety and good order of the facility
- Consults with staff on youth behaviors and to identify possible solutions to work related problems
- Conducts security searches to minimize contraband at the facility
- Completes reports and documentation pertinent to facility operations
Youth Case Manager
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Work and an intermediary between my clients, courts, probation, families and all other parties that have a stake in the matter
- Run A.R.T and M.R.T. meetings
- Write monthly reports on the youths behaviors and or progress for a stake holders
- Develop case plans tailored to the youth's level of service needs
Youth Program Specialist
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
05.2016 - 03.2017
- Monitors the safety and security of the youth at all times by: completing scheduled unit walks, intervening during emergency/crisis situations using the Handle with Care system, maintaining professional boundaries to provide a therapeutic environment for youth during interactions instructing, orienting and assisting toward individual and program goals
- Administers medication, CPR, first aid; takes and records vital signs as needed; responsible for cleaning Med Room and stocking supplies
- Documents nightly and all significant incidents per policy
- Regularly inspects the unit for maintenance problems; responsible for numerous housekeeping duties and numerous office duties
- Stocks units, linen rooms and supply rooms, and oversees the delivery of dirty laundry to be picked up, responsible for laundering and securing of State clothes
- Responsible for regular and consistent hand-off communication between shifts; per policy interprets, communicates, monitors and enforces standards, program rules and unit guidelines
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
12-2014
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY
12-2000
Skills
- Supervision of staff and clients
- Emergency preparedness
- Lean Six Sigma
- Motivational Interviewing
- Reporting, both to my direct supervisor and legal documentation
- Handel with Care instructor
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis management
Languages
Japanese
Professional Working
Timeline
Youth Security Supervisor
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
03.2020 - 12.2024
Youth Case Manager
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
03.2017 - 03.2020
Youth Program Specialist
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
05.2016 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY
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