Priscilla Martinez-Garcia
Detention Officer Supervisor
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Assertive Juvenile Detention Officer looking to build upon skills and tackle new responsibilities. Over 14 years of experience supervising and working with juvenile offenders. Sound knowledge of juvenile corrections procedures and a strong understanding of proper detention and restraining methods.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Bayview Behavioral Hospital
Corpus Christi, TX
12.2014 - 01.2018
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Attended therapeutic educational group meetings and supported patients with guidance from RN.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Took and monitored vital signs and document patient behavior.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
Juvenile Detention Officer Supervisor
Nueces County Juvenile Detention
Corpus Christi, TX
03.1999 - 04.2012
- Transported juvenile inmates to and from court hearings, medical facilities, classes or recreational activities.
- Observed and recorded mental and physical health of each juvenile offender.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
- Completed incident reports when disorder or violence occurs.
- Supervised 40 inmates during mealtime and recreational time.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.
- Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
- Led intake and processing of inmates by handling paperwork, searches, interviews and fingerprinting.
- Addressed inquiries from general public, other staff, inmates and visitors to resolve concerns.
Mental Health Technician
Padre Behavioral Hospital
Corpus Christi, TX
10.2007 - 09.2010
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Attended therapeutic educational group meetings and supported patients with guidance from RN.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Took and monitored vital signs and documented patient behavior.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
Lead Residential Counselor
Lutheran Social Services (Bokenkamp Children)
Corpus Christi, TX
10.1994 - 03.2001
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal and social skills.
- Delivered frequent summaries on resident progression and regression in treatment to provide recommendations towards treatment plan for success.
- Attended meetings to develop and implement individually tailored treatment plans to lead residents to successful reintegration into society.
- Cared for residents by assisting in changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning and personal hygiene.
- Communicated behavior choices to residents by outlining positive and negative consequences of choices.
- Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
- Resolved conflicts by performing in-time crisis intervention and enforcing discipline and behavior metrics.
- Promoted positive relations between residents and staff.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
Education
No Degree - LVN Certificate
BrightWood College
Corpus Christi 05.2001 -
No Degree - Medical Ward Clerk Certificate
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX 05.2001 -
No Degree - Administrative Assistance Certificate
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX 05.2001 -
Skills
Excellent Communication
Active Listening
Dependable and Responsible
Attention to Detail
Good Telephone Etiquette
Decision-Making
Problem-Solving
Data Entry
First Aid/CPR
Teamwork and Collaboration
MS Office
Organization and Time Management
Flexible and Adaptable
Multitasking Abilities
Clerical Support
Training and Development
Self-Motivated
Accomplishments
- Routinely supervised more than 40 detainee inmates.
- Promoted to Level II Corrections Officer after 2 years of employment.
- Supervised team of 6-8 staff members.
- Achieved a passing State Compliance inspection through effectively helping with maintenance of offenders files.
- Achieved positive report and minimal restraints through effective verbal de-escalation with detainees.
- Previously obtained and maintained my Juvenile Detention Officer certificate through the State of Texas by completing the 40 hour annually training during my employment with Nueces County.
- I have previously trained and obtained certifications in the following behavior risk managements: Preventative and Aggressive Behavior Management (PMAB), Handle with Care Behavior Management System (PRT), Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training (CPI), and Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggression (SAMA),
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
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saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Bayview Behavioral Hospital
12.2014 - 01.2018
Mental Health Technician
Padre Behavioral Hospital
10.2007 - 09.2010
No Degree - LVN Certificate
BrightWood College
05.2001 -
No Degree - Medical Ward Clerk Certificate
Del Mar College
05.2001 -
No Degree - Administrative Assistance Certificate
Del Mar College
05.2001 -
Juvenile Detention Officer Supervisor
Nueces County Juvenile Detention
03.1999 - 04.2012
Lead Residential Counselor
Lutheran Social Services (Bokenkamp Children)
10.1994 - 03.2001