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Mathew Vela

Edinburg

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Regulation Safety Unit

Texas Juvenile Justice Department
11.2024 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Demonstrate ability to keep the facility as safe as possible between youth and staff
  • Ability to regulate youth in both GP and VIC programming whenever they may be upset, or agitated towards other.



Currently assigned to RST in the RSU department.

Juvenile Correction Officer

Texas Juvenile Justice Department
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Supervise juvenile offenders, ensuring safety and compliance with facility protocols. Implement rehabilitation programs, fostering positive behavior changes.
  • Mentor at-risk youth, providing guidance and support. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Assess security risks, maintaining facility safety. Conduct thorough incident investigations, preparing detailed reports for administrative review.
  • Develop creative conflict resolution strategies, reducing altercations among juveniles. Introduce new educational programs to enhance rehabilitation efforts.
  • Supervised daily activities of youth residents to ensure safety and compliance with facility regulations.

Juvenile Correction Officer

Texas Juvenile Justice Department
07.2023 - 02.2024
  • Supervised juvenile offenders, enforced safety protocols, and implemented rehabilitation programs. Reduced disciplinary incidents through effective conflict resolution.
  • Fostered positive relationships with youth, colleagues, and support staff. Contributed to team-based approach in developing individualized treatment plans.
  • Introduced creative educational activities to engage troubled youth. Adapted communication strategies to connect with diverse personalities and backgrounds.
  • Maintained accurate records and reports, ensuring compliance with state regulations. Contributed to improved facility security measures and emergency response procedures.

Benefits Specialist Representative

Senture
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Managed complex benefits inquiries, analyzing eligibility criteria and policy details to provide accurate, timely solutions for clients.
  • Guided employees through benefits enrollment processes, ensuring understanding of options and maximizing satisfaction with chosen plans.
  • Streamlined benefits administration procedures, reducing processing time and enhancing overall efficiency of the department.

Sales and Billing Specialist

iQor
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Managed sales and billing operations, streamlining processes to enhance customer satisfaction and boost revenue. Implemented efficient strategies, resulting in measurable improvements.
  • Analyzed sales data and billing trends to identify areas for improvement. Developed and executed data-driven strategies to optimize performance and increase profitability.

Manager

T-Mobile
10.2017 - 10.2021
  • Analyzed market trends and customer data at T-Mobile to inform strategic decisions. Optimized processes, leading to measurable improvements in operational efficiency.
  • Developed long-term strategies at T-Mobile, aligning team efforts with company vision. Anticipated industry shifts, positioning the organization for future success.
  • Conducted in-depth market analysis at T-Mobile, identifying key trends to shape strategic decisions and drive operational improvements.
  • Developed forward-thinking strategies at T-Mobile, aligning team objectives with long-term company goals and adapting to industry shifts.

Team Lead

T-Mobile
03.2017 - 10.2017
  • Led cross-functional team at T-Mobile, driving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Implemented new processes, resulting in notable performance improvements.
  • Spearheaded innovative projects at T-Mobile, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Developed creative solutions to complex challenges, enhancing team productivity.

Sales Associate

T-Mobile
12.2016 - 03.2017
  • Fostered strong team relationships, enhancing overall store efficiency. Shared best practices with colleagues, contributing to a supportive and high-performing work environment.
  • Achieved top-tier sales rankings through strategic upselling and cross-selling techniques. Consistently met and surpassed monthly quotas, driving revenue growth.

Education

High School Diploma -

Robert Vela High School
Edinburg, TX
05-2017

Skills

  • First Aid
  • Time Management
  • Report Writing
  • Attention to detail
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Empathy
  • Adaptability
  • Stress Management
  • Coaching
  • Public Speaking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Mentoring
  • Problem-solving

LANGUAGES

English (Highly proficient)
Spanish (Proficient)

Timeline

Regulation Safety Unit

Texas Juvenile Justice Department
11.2024 - Current

Juvenile Correction Officer

Texas Juvenile Justice Department
09.2024 - 11.2024

Juvenile Correction Officer

Texas Juvenile Justice Department
07.2023 - 02.2024

Benefits Specialist Representative

Senture
10.2022 - 06.2023

Sales and Billing Specialist

iQor
01.2022 - 07.2022

Manager

T-Mobile
10.2017 - 10.2021

Team Lead

T-Mobile
03.2017 - 10.2017

Sales Associate

T-Mobile
12.2016 - 03.2017

High School Diploma -

Robert Vela High School