Mitchell Romero
Sacramento,United States
Summary
Retired Correctional Officer and dedicated professional with a strong background in safety, teamwork, and customer-focused service in fast-paced environments. Valued for calm problem-solving, clear communication, and building positive rapport with people from all walks of life. Brings a dependable work ethic, adaptability, and a collaborative, people-first approach that supports safe, efficient, and friendly operations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
01.2020 - 08.2025
- Supervised inmate activities to maintain safety and order within the facility.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts up to 150 inmates.
- Conducted regular inspections of premises to identify security vulnerabilities.
- Monitored inmate behavior, reporting incidents to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Trained new officers on policies, procedures, and effective communication techniques.
- Led team in conflict resolution, mediating disputes among inmates effectively.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Medical Technical Assistant
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
03.2007 - 01.2020
- Supervised inmate activities to maintain safety and order within facility.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Monitored patient behavior and documented observations to support treatment plans.
- Assisted in implementing therapeutic activities to enhance patient engagement and recovery.
- Administered medications and ensured compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
Education
Associate of Science - Psychiatric Technician
Napa Valley College
Napa, CA01-2003
Psychiatric Technician Program
Napa Valley College
Napa, CA01.2001
Skills
- First aid and CPR certification
- First aid and CPR certification
- First aid and CPR certification
- First aid and CPR certification
- First aid and CPR certification
- First aid and CPR certification
- First aid and CPR certification
Certification
CPR and First Aid Certified- American Heart Association (AHA)
Expires: 05/2027
Psychiatric Technician Certificate
Expires:08/27
Timeline
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
01.2020 - 08.2025
Medical Technical Assistant
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
03.2007 - 01.2020
Associate of Science - Psychiatric Technician
Napa Valley College
Psychiatric Technician Program
Napa Valley College