Michael Essix
Waco, TX *****
*******.*****@*****.***
Professional Summary
I am a very hard working individual. I know what it takes to get the job done. I am very dependable and responsible.
Work Experience
Corrections Officer
Texas Juvenile Justice Department-Mart, TX
June 2023 to Present
• Serves as a youth supervisor with responsibility for the safety, personal conduct, care, and rehabilitation of the youth.
• Assumes responsibility for the custody and care of youth through knowledge of and adherence to laws, rules, regulations, policies and standard operating procedures governing the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
• Searches for contraband and provides security; counts, feeds, and supervises assigned youth in dormitories, classroom areas, and other areas; and performs security of various assigned areas.
• Provides custody and security of assigned youth including constantly observing actions of youth for prolonged periods.
• Performs "pat" and "strip" searches of youth.
• Physically restrains and secures sometimes assaultive youth.
• Transfers and transports youth, on foot and in vehicles and other forms of transportation.
• Reviews, and properly applies information found in youth records that is related to the youth’s health and safety and to the security of the facility; provides appropriate information to other staff; complies with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; and prepares and maintains records, forms, and reports.
• Receives competency-based introductory training in various methodologies used in the residential and community service treatment programs.
• Provides youth supervision and implements group and individual treatment plans.
• Maintains security in buildings, grounds, and other posts; intervenes during emergencies or altercations to prevent escapes and gain physical control of youth.
• Supervises movement of youth inside and outside the facility, and takes periodic counts of youth.
• Supervises youth in a correctional facility in the performance of work activities and during recreational and religious activities, and conducts inspections for health and safety hazards.
• Interacts critically and constructively with other staff members to develop and implement successful treatment techniques.
• Develops effective, professional relationships with youth, co-workers, and treatment team members.
• Assists youth with their personal issues and refers issues to the group in accordance with the principles of the program.
• Observes and keeps staff informed daily of significant behavioral conditions known about an individual and/or the group.
• Provides services to potentially aggressive/combative youth in a correctional setting with a wide variety of temperaments (volatile, mentally ill, suicidal) and specialized needs (chemically dependent, sexual offenders, emotionally disturbed, etc.).
• Learns, understands and demonstrates good judgment following TJJD policies, rules, and procedures.
• Works under hazardous, stressful conditions, with possible occurrences of extreme heightened stress.
• Maintains accurate records and files.
Performs other related work as assigned.
Material Controller
Stoughton Trailers-Waco, TX
August 2022 to May 2023
I maintained and stocked up inventory to keep the plant running. While also maintaining sales and signing out trailers worth over $100K.
Warehouse Associate
Tractor Supply-Waco, TX
July 2021 to March 2022
I picked orders for separate stores in a very tedious manner. I received products from all over the world while taking account and making sure the numbers were correct.
Wal-Mart Associate
Walmart-Waco, TX
May 2021 to July 2021
I stocked shelves making sure enough product was in store. Helped and directed customers around the store to find the product they needed. Transmission System Operator
United States Marine (Retired)-San Clemente, CA
July 2018 to April 2021
Operated, inventoried, and worked on radios, antennas, and laptops that provided communication • Installed and prepared ground radio equipment in HMMWV's and JLTV's. Provided suggestions for improvement, saving the battalion over $400,000 over a 2 year period. Kept accountability of gear that was estimated to be worth about $2.2 billion dollars. Mentored 100s of individuals to become a better person. Cook and Cashier
Sonic Drive-In-Waco, TX
February 2015 to July 2018
I took orders and made customers food in a very timely manner. I was appointed Assistant Manager prior to my departure for the military. Counted and took account for the earnings for the day. Education
High School Diploma
Waco High School - Waco, TX
July 2018
Skills
• Microsoft word
• Restaurant experience
• Military Experience
• Documentation
review
• Communication skills
• Leadership
• Computer Skills
• Physical Education
• Time management
• Assistant Manager Experience
• Customer service
• Warehouse Experience
• Management
Experience
English
• Computer literacy
Languages
• English - Expert
Military Service
Branch: United States Marine Corps
Service Country: United States
Rank: Corporal
July 2018 to April 2021
Certifications and Licenses
Secret Clearance
July 2018 to Present
Top Secret Clearance