I started working in the workforce at 19 years old and have established a professional mindset to sustain a career based job. Encountered disturbances that called for de-escalation. Mastered the skill of communicating with irate individuals who were charged with serious/dangerous allegations. Have supervised inmates with mental disorders and know that I'm capable of dealing with the public in a professional manner.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Miami Dade County Corrections & Rehabilitation
01.2008 - Current
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.
Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
Worked in the agency's Training Bureau as an Instructor since 2016.
Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
Restrained juvenile inmates when disturbances required physical intervention.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High
Hialeah
05.2006
Skills
Maintain Records
Contraband Prevention
Perimeter Patrol
Managing Unit Operations
Inmate behavior modification tactics
Safety and security enforcement
Conflict resolution skills
Search and seizure procedures
Crisis intervention training
Safety and security
Suicide prevention training
Emergency Management
Certification
CPR Certified
Defensive Tactics Instructor Certified
General Instructor Certified
Visual Artist
I'm a Visual Artist and I host painting events while instructing individuals on how to paint a certain image. I have done some volunteer work with my current agency, where I painted with incarcerated inmates.