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Melanie De Leon

Beeville,TX

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Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Correctional Officer

TDCJ
03.2007 - 02.2025
  • Facilitated communication between inmates and their families, ensuring compliance with visitation policies and procedures.
  • Contributed to the successful completion of mandatory audits by maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with state regulations.
  • Coordinated recreation activities for inmates, promoting physical fitness and mental well-being throughout the population.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans for inmates, promoting successful reintegration into society.
  • Provided crisis intervention during emergencies, utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain a calm environment.
  • Led training programs for newly hired correctional officers, emphasizing safety protocols and proper use of restraint equipment.
  • Assisted in the development of institutional policies that promoted fairness, consistency, and respect among staff and inmates alike.
  • Maintained safety and security within the correctional facility through diligent monitoring and supervision of inmates.
  • Enhanced inmate rehabilitation by implementing evidence-based programming and support services.
  • Maintained accurate records of all interactions with inmates in accordance with departmental guidelines on documentation standards.
  • Responded swiftly to medical emergencies within the institution, providing first aid care while awaiting professional assistance when necessary.
  • Performed routine inspections of housing units, identifying maintenance issues for prompt resolution by facilities personnel.
  • Promoted a culture of inclusivity by treating all staff, inmates, and visitors with dignity and respect, regardless of race, religion, or gender identity.
  • Conducted thorough searches for contraband, preventing potential threats to the safety of staff and inmates.
  • Mentored junior correctional officers, sharing best practices in effective inmate management strategies.
  • Served as a liaison between administration and custody staff, fostering open communication channels for policy implementation and enforcement.
  • Reduced instances of inmate misconduct by enforcing strict adherence to facility rules and regulations.
  • Assisted in coordinating transportation arrangements for court appearances, medical appointments, and inter-facility transfers for inmates.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • 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.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
  • Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
  • Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
  • Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
  • Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
  • Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
  • Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
  • Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
  • Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
  • Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
  • Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
  • Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
  • Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
  • Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
  • Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
  • Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
  • Administered drug tests to inmates.
  • Conducted investigations into alleged incidents of inmate misconduct, gathering evidence to inform disciplinary decisions made by administrative staff.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pear Blossom Private School
California
06.2005

Skills

Dispatch

  • Inmate supervision
  • Restraint techniques
  • Self-defense tactics
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Policy enforcement
  • Crisis management
  • Firearm handling
  • Behavioral analysis
  • Correctional facility procedures
  • Safety and security enforcement
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Mental health awareness
  • Observation
  • Inmate monitoring
  • Security procedures
  • First aid training
  • Emergency management
  • Facility security
  • Suicide prevention
  • Emergency response
  • Prisoner transport
  • Crisis intervention training
  • Criminal justice
  • Radio communication
  • Armory and key control
  • Work detail oversight
  • Ethical standards of conduct
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Patrol procedures

Timeline

Senior Correctional Officer

TDCJ
03.2007 - 02.2025

High School Diploma -

Pear Blossom Private School
Melanie De Leon