Aaron Paige Sr
WASHINGTON
Summary
Results-driven professional with over seven years in correctional settings. Highly skilled in emergency response, conflict management, and staff training. Committed to fostering a safe environment for inmates and staff through effective communication and proactive problem-solving.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Corporal
Montgomery County Department Of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Boyds, MD
06.2019 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Coordinated staff scheduling to optimize resource allocation and maintain operational efficiency.
- Conducted training sessions for new recruits on policies, procedures, and emergency response techniques.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to de-escalate incidents and promote a safe environment.
- Monitored inmate behavior and interactions to identify potential issues and enhance security measures.
- Evaluated operational procedures, recommending improvements that enhanced overall facility performance and safety standards.
- Collaborated with fellow correctional officers to establish a cohesive team, ensuring effective communication and consistent adherence to policies.
- Conducted thorough searches of inmates, their belongings, and common areas to prevent the introduction or circulation of contraband items.
- Managed inmate classifications accurately, assigning individuals to appropriate housing based on risk assessments and security requirements.
- Oversaw daily operations within assigned housing unit, ensuring compliance with established procedures and maintaining order among inmates.
- Served as a liaison between inmates and their families or legal representatives, fostering open communication channels while adhering to confidentiality guidelines.
- Reduced instances of violence within the facility by proactively identifying potential conflicts and addressing issues promptly.
- Trained new correctional officers in proper restraint techniques, reducing the risk of injury to both staff and inmates during physical altercations.
- Maintained a secure environment for inmates, staff, and visitors through diligent monitoring and enforcement of safety protocols.
- Provided timely support during emergencies or critical incidents, contributing to swift resolution and minimal harm to involved parties.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
- Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge.
- Enhanced team productivity by supervising junior employees and effectively managing multiple offenders. Drove team success through oversight of junior staff and strategic management of offenders.
- Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to address inmate psychological concerns effectively, ensuring timely intervention when necessary.
- Fostered a respectful and inclusive environment within the facility by addressing any instances of discrimination or harassment promptly.
Transporter
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
Silver Spring, MD
05.2013 - 06.2019
- Transferred patients safely between departments, ensuring comfort and care during transport.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to streamline patient flow and reduce wait times.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport vehicles, adhering to safety and hygiene protocols.
- Assisted in training new transport staff on procedures and best practices.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
- Received positive feedback from clients for punctuality and professionalism during pick-ups and deliveries.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and timely transportation.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Assisted in the transfer of critically ill patients within the hospital, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and medical protocol adherence.
- Maintained strong professional relationships with colleagues across various departments, promoting teamwork for efficient patient care delivery.
- Collaborated with CNAs, nurses, and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
- Supported clinical staff during emergencies as needed, showcasing adaptability and commitment to overall hospital goals.
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
- Reduced transport times for critical care patients by optimizing routes and coordination.
- Participated in emergency drills, enhancing preparedness for patient transport under critical conditions.
- Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
- Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
Education
High School Diploma -
McKinley Technology High School
Washington, DC06.2010
Skills
- Inmate supervision
- Restraint techniques
- Security procedures
- De-escalation techniques
- Mental resilience
- Staff supervision
- Conflict management
- Emergency response
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Professional demeanor
- Incident reporting
- Officer training
- Self-defense techniques
Certification
- Crisis Intervention Training - 2025
- Shotgun Certified - 2025
- CPR Cerified
Timeline
Correctional Corporal
Montgomery County Department Of Corrections and Rehabilitation
06.2019 - Current
Transporter
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
05.2013 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
McKinley Technology High School