Elijah Casarez
Haskell
Summary
Observant Correctional Officer experienced in maintaining order and diffusing potential dangers within correctional facilities. Generated respect and compliance from challenging individuals through strong leadership and in-depth knowledge of firearms and restraint methods. Adaptable professional with a commitment to continuous learning, problem-solving, and fostering collaborative relationships to enhance team success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrections Officer
Rolling plains detention center
Haskell
11.2022 - Current
- Ensured safety and security of inmates within the facility by conducting searches, supervising activities, and maintaining order.
- Supervised inmate activities and maintained safety protocols in detention center.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations that may arise within the facility.
- Assisted in emergency response drills and implemented safety procedures effectively.
- Provided conflict resolution support among inmates to promote a peaceful environment.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities and reported maintenance issues promptly.
- Monitored inmate behavior and documented incidents in daily logs accurately.
- Observed daily operations throughout the facility for compliance with standards set forth by governing bodies.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Participated in regular training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge related to safety protocols. and maintained appropriate certifications.
CAP 2 Stocker
Walmart
Vernon
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of stockroom and sales floor to enhance shopping experience.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Unloaded trucks containing shipments of new merchandise into backroom storage areas.
- Operated equipment, such as pallet jacks, to transport goods safely within the store.
- Utilized ladders or step stools to reach upper shelves when stocking items.
- Unloaded trucks with new merchandise, efficiently organizing items in backroom storage for quick access.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Identified and reported warehouse hazards or quickly resolved with minor supervision.
- Assisted customers in locating products and answering inquiries effectively.
Psychiatric Nursing Assistant
North Texas State Hospital
Vernon
10.2015 - 03.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote patient engagement and interaction.
- Documented patient progress and observations in electronic health records accurately.
- Maintained confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care according to HIPAA standards.
- Applied therapeutic communication skills to engage patients, understand concerns and meet objectives of individual recovery plans.
- Assisted with admission processes, including collecting information from family members and completing paperwork.
- Communicated effectively with individuals who have difficulty expressing themselves verbally or through written language.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies.
- Performed regular assessments on assigned patients to identify any medical or psychological needs that may require further attention.
- Facilitated communication between staff members, families, physicians, social workers, therapists.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving distressed or agitated patients.
Education
Northside
Vernon, TxSkills
- Inmate supervision
- CCTV monitoring
- Safety protocols
- Emergency response
- Security procedures
- Facility security
- Patrol procedures
- Accountability
- Record maintenance
- Physical fitness
- Conflict resolution
- Verbal communication
- Ethical standards
- Therapeutic dialogue
- Safety
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Corrections Officer
Rolling plains detention center
11.2022 - Current
CAP 2 Stocker
Walmart
11.2021 - 08.2022
Psychiatric Nursing Assistant
North Texas State Hospital
10.2015 - 03.2021
Northside