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James Stekelenburg

West Islip,NY

Summary

Developed strong observational and situational awareness skills in security-focused environment. Proven ability to handle emergency situations and enforce safety protocols. Seeking to transition into new field where these skills can contribute to maintaining safe and orderly environment.

Developed strong observational and communication skills in demanding healthcare environment, ensuring safety and security. Expertise in emergency response and conflict resolution, maintaining calm and controlled demeanor under pressure. Seeking to transition into new field where these skills can contribute to secure and efficient workplace.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Warehouse Worker

Levittown Fish
07.2015 - Current

Reduced order processing time with enhanced inventory management strategies.

  • Improved warehouse efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance schedules for warehouse equipment, reducing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
  • · Using a Forklift.
  • Led a team of warehouse workers in daily tasks, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in order fulfillment.
  • Coordinated efficient loading and unloading procedures, minimizing damages to products during transit.
  • Conducted regular inventory audits to ensure accurate stock records were maintained at all times.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers and transportation providers, ensuring timely deliveries and prompt resolution of any issues that arose during shipment.
  • Managed over 20-30 invoices on a daily.

Shift Manager

McDonald's
10.2015 - Current
  • Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
  • Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
  • Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
  • Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
  • Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
  • Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
  • Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff.
  • Collaborated with other Shift Managers to maintain consistency in policies enforcement across all shifts, fostering a cohesive workplace culture.
  • Achieved consistent customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Monitored inventory levels closely, maintaining optimal stock availability while minimizing waste and costs.
  • Handled emergency situations with a calm demeanor, ensuring the safety of both customers and employees during critical incidents.
  • Managed employee schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours, resulting in a smoother workflow.
  • Adhered to company standards and compliance requirements for operations and cleanliness of areas.
  • Ensured strict adherence to safety guidelines, reducing workplace accidents and incidents significantly over time.
  • Provided ongoing coaching to team members in order to drive continuous improvement in their performance levels consistently over time.
  • Managed over 25 people on shift at a time.

Mental Health/Behavioral Security Technician

Vermont State Hospital
04.2009 - 01.2015
  • Monitored patient interactions, behavior, and location
  • Assessed and mitigate potential risks and dangerous situations.
  • Used verbal and physical de-escalation techniques during crises.
  • Provided physical intervention assistance, including restraint when necessary.
  • Monitored patient's physical and emotional well-being and report any concerns to medical staff.
  • Helped with admitting and discharging patients.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client queries and concerns in a timely manner, ensuring satisfaction with their security solutions.
  • Was able to watch over multiple patients on a daily basis.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies, sharing information on potential threats and assisting with investigations when needed.

Hospital Security

Central Vermont Hospital
02.2005 - 03.2009
  • Responded efficiently and effectively to fire drills, external and internal disasters and/or drills, trauma alerts, emergency response codes, etc.
  • Managed verbally or physically aggressive situations without injury to patients and staff, using verbal intervention/de-escalation skills, remaining calm, exercising judgment, and avoiding unnecessary physical force and abusive language
  • Assisted clinical staff in the application of clinical restraints, including physical holds when necessary.
  • Premise patrols on foot/vehicle.
  • Thoroughly patrolled of buildings, grounds, parking lots, and surrounding Medical Center parking lot.
  • Checked Medical Center entrance gates, doors, and windows to determine that they are secure, including maintaining the integrity of security-sensitive areas, e.g., ED, Neonatal, Behavioral Health, etc., and detecting unauthorized individuals and vehicles
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices in hospital security operations.
  • Conducted risk assessments on an ongoing basis which led to improvements in overall hospital security practices.
  • Facilitated patient-family communication using virtual platforms and telephone calls to minimize the emotional toll of isolation during hospitalizations.
  • Recruited and trained over 20 individuals to work in management, hospitality, maintenance, security detail, technology and community programs.

Education

GED -

Montpelier High School
Vermont, IL

Skills

  • Public safety
  • Policy enforcement
  • Patrol monitoring
  • Visitor management
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Employee and visitor screening
  • Crisis management
  • Staff motivation
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Training and mentoring
  • Relationship building
  • Team development

Timeline

Shift Manager

McDonald's
10.2015 - Current

Lead Warehouse Worker

Levittown Fish
07.2015 - Current

Mental Health/Behavioral Security Technician

Vermont State Hospital
04.2009 - 01.2015

Hospital Security

Central Vermont Hospital
02.2005 - 03.2009

GED -

Montpelier High School
James Stekelenburg