Cariana Benitez
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Communicative Police Officer successful at developing positive relationships with colleagues and citizens. Approaches each situation with alertness, compassion and concern. Continually followed procedures to maintain safety, documentation and meet legal requirements. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Department Of Air Force
06.2021 - Current
- Performs security and law enforcement responsibilities within military installation, in support of Space Launch Delta (SLD) 45 and Space Systems Command (SSC) initiatives.
- Monitored and utilized Vindicator 5 and C-Cure alarm systems, secured, and allowed access to Protection Level Resources.
- Assisted flight Sergeant to plan, prepare, and coordinate schedules of 17 Police Officers to ensure even flow and dispersal of work for assigned shift.
- Routinely generates reports by governing DoD policy.
- Troubleshoots and solves problems daily for immediate response.
- Develop/update localized training, tactics, and procedures.
Communicates/coordinates security response with Space Launch Delta (SLD) 45 mission partners. - Monitors Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and facilitates security response as needed.
- Verifies/authenticates authorized opening and closing of 40+ secured/alarmed facilities.
- Perform law enforcement procedures, training, and operating methods to perform full range of police officer activities independently.
- Perform special operating requirements, methods, and procedures for enforcing specialized personnel access controls to prevent unauthorized access to areas where strict security requirements are enforced.
- Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Knowledgeable of appropriate use of force and self-defense techniques to protect oneself and others in threatening situations including ability to subdue and control individuals as required.
- Work and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with community management, employees, and other law enforcement agencies.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
State Correctional Officer
New York Department Of Corrections
01.2016 - 06.2021
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
- Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
- Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
- Restrained juvenile inmates when disturbances required physical intervention.
Secretary
NYU Lagone Medical Center
05.2015 - 09.2016
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Handled daily scheduling tasks and provided administrative support for entire department.
- Maintained electronic filing systems and categorized documents.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Screened visitors and issued badges to maintain safety and security.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
- Performed research to collect and record industry data.
Medical Coordinator (Promotion)
NYU Lagone Medical Center
03.2015 - 09.2016
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
- Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
- Successfully negotiated client contract renewals to create increased revenue.
- Scheduled surgeries, managed pre-certifications and verified insurance coverage.
Preventive Case Planner
Lower East Family Union
03.2012 - 03.2013
- Located resources and made referrals to provide aid to family and children.
- Shared responsibilities with agency team to direct permanency planning of each child.
- Monitored foster parents to help meet needs of child.
- Made court appearances and gave testimonies.
- Evaluated child's adjustment in foster home and monitored educational and behavioral performance at home and in school.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Assisted families in navigating social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
- Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Lead individualized and group counseling sessions with children and families.
Education
Master of Arts - Health Education And Promotion
Lehman College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY05.2010
Skills
- Crime Prevention Training
- Fingerprinting
- Crime Prevention
- First Aid, CPR, and AED certified
- Proficient in MS Office programs Word, Adobe
- PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Epic programs
- Knowledgeable in medical coding procedures and techniques such as ICD-10 and CPT codes
- Excellent organizational skills, critical thinking, communicational skills, and fast learner
- Active DoD Secret Clearance
- Law Enforcement Tactics
- Electronic Security Systems
- Security Procedures
- Administration
- Bi-Lingual (English, Spanish)
- Detail Oriented
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Department of Air Force Civilian Police Academy Certification- [ May 2023- July 2023 ]
- NYS Corrections and Community Supervision/Diploma
[APRIL 2017]
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Police Officer
Department Of Air Force
06.2021 - Current
State Correctional Officer
New York Department Of Corrections
01.2016 - 06.2021
Secretary
NYU Lagone Medical Center
05.2015 - 09.2016
Medical Coordinator (Promotion)
NYU Lagone Medical Center
03.2015 - 09.2016
Preventive Case Planner
Lower East Family Union
03.2012 - 03.2013
Master of Arts - Health Education And Promotion
Lehman College of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Mercy College
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Department of Air Force Civilian Police Academy Certification- [ May 2023- July 2023 ]
- NYS Corrections and Community Supervision/Diploma
[APRIL 2017]
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