Raquel Negron-Rosa
Homestead,FL
Summary
Correctional Corporal with extensive experience at Miami Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation: Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center, Intake and Release Bureau and Pre-Trial Detention Center, excelling in inmate supervision and crisis management. Proven track record of reducing violence through proactive conflict resolution and effective communication. Skilled in security procedures and fostering a respectful environment, ensuring safety and compliance within the facility.
Results-driven corrections professional with proven track record in maintaining security and inmate management. Skilled at team collaboration, conflict resolution, and adapting to evolving challenges. Strong focus on upholding standards, ensuring safety, and implementing effective strategies for positive outcomes. Dependable and flexible, excelling in both high-pressure situations and routine operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Corporal
Miami Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation
Miami, FL
05.2024 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations within assigned housing unit, ensuring compliance with established procedures and maintaining order among inmates.
- Participated in disciplinary hearings as needed, presenting relevant evidence concerning inmate misconduct or policy violations.
- Supervises the Care, Custody and Control of all inmates/offenders in Miami Dade Corrections Department.
- Collaborated with fellow correctional officers to establish a cohesive team, ensuring effective communication and consistent adherence to policies.
- Prevented escapes by conducting regular security checks and promptly addressing any identified vulnerabilities or breaches in protocol.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
- Conducted thorough searches of inmates, their belongings, and common areas to prevent the introduction or circulation of contraband items.
- Reduced instances of violence within the facility by proactively identifying potential conflicts and addressing issues promptly.
Correctional Officer
Miami Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation
Miami, FL
06.2015 - 05.2024
- 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.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
- Recognizing signs of potential suicide or depression and changes in the inmates/offenders behavior.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Proficient in using CJIS
Education
Associate Degree - Business Administration
University of Puerto Rico
Carolina, Puerto Rico 05.1990
Skills
- Values & Ethics
- Teamwork
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Search and seizure procedures
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Incident reporting
- Performance evaluation
- Professional demeanor
- Self-defense training
- De-escalation techniques
- Restraint techniques
- Crisis management
- Job assignments
- Body searches
- Staff supervision
- Emergency response
- Inspections
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Certification
CPR/First Aid
Crisis and Intervention Certified (CIT)
Conduct Electrical Weapon (Taser Certified)
Body Worn Camera
Intake & Release Training Officer
DNA Certified
Watch Tour Management
Que Management System
Trained in hand to hand combat
Body Scan Certified
Timeline
Correctional Corporal
Miami Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation
05.2024 - Current
Correctional Officer
Miami Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation
06.2015 - 05.2024
Associate Degree - Business Administration
University of Puerto Rico