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Felix Gonzalez

San Antonio

Summary

Dynamic Youth Care Worker with proven expertise at Southwest Key Program, excelling in behavior management and crisis intervention. Adept at fostering positive relationships and ensuring safety through effective communication and mentorship. Committed to enhancing youth development and promoting emotional resilience, while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Compassionate youth care worker with several-year background working with children and as companion in order to prevent risky behaviors. Adept at preparing, completing daily accurate reports and implementing various behavior modification techniques. Communicative and reliable with commitment to fostering environment which facilitates learning and behavioral management of youth. Results-driven youth care worker looking to leverage several years of expertise into a professional role. Flexible and hardworking to monitor and review quality of child and youth services provided. Special talents in befriending and supporting youth in accomplishing specific goals, ambitions and dreams. Compassionate Youth Care Worker known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in behavior management, crisis intervention, and developmental support to cater to individual needs of youth. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring positive outcomes in challenging situations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Care Worker

Southwest Key Program
Brownsville
09.2022 - 03.2025
  • Monitored physical environment to ensure safety for clients and staff.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management strategies for youth in care.
  • Transported youth to appointments and recreational activities as needed.
  • Role-modeled positive behaviors through mentorship and reward systems.
  • Enforced rules to create safe environment using therapeutic approaches when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily activities, progress notes, and incidents.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations for child welfare service delivery.
  • Supervised recreational activities and facilitated workshops on self-development.

Direct Care Worker

BCFS Health And Human Services
Carrizo Springs
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Actively promoted positive behaviors among clients through reinforcement techniques.
  • Adapted strategies depending on individual needs while adhering to established protocols.
  • Maintained accurate records of all services provided to clients.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss best practices for providing quality care.
  • Provided personal care items to clients.
  • Facilitated communication between clients, family members and medical staff.
  • Maintained confidentiality according to agency policies regarding client information.
  • Encouraged socialization through recreational activities such as group outings and community events.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations using sound judgment techniques.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients by being a reliable source of support.
  • Ensured safety of clients by monitoring environment for hazards and providing appropriate supervision when needed.
  • Respected cultural diversity when interacting with individuals from different backgrounds.
  • Monitored client progress and reported changes in behavior or physical condition to supervisor.
  • Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Transported clients to medical and personal care appointments.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with clients to facilitate smooth, quality care.

Machine Operator

Trico Products Corporation
Brownsville
03.2020 - 03.2021
  • Conducted regular inspections of machine operations to identify defects in finished products.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of completed work, including production volume and task duration.
  • Carried out routine safety checks on machinery prior to operation to prevent accidents.
  • Complied with quality control procedures established by company policies.
  • Replaced worn tools and sharpened cutting tools to maintain production standards.
  • Set up and operated machine tools to manufacture precision parts and instruments.
  • Read blueprints and job orders to ascertain product specifications and tooling instructions.
  • Monitored performance metrics of machines during operations for optimal productivity.

CNC Machine Operator

Sata Usa
Brownsville
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Set up and operated CNC machines to perform repetitive machining operations on a variety of materials according to specifications.
  • Ensured that all components met customer requirements before being packaged for shipment.
  • Checked accuracy of programs prior to running production runs utilizing simulation software packages.
  • Troubleshot issues related to tooling or programming errors using problem solving techniques.
  • Collaborated with engineers in order to create new processes for improved efficiency.
  • Maintained quality control by inspecting parts for conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
  • Monitored machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
  • Performed minor maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating machines.
  • Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run parts and sample works with micrometers, calipers or other measuring instruments.
  • Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, adjusted machine controls as necessary during the run cycle.
  • Performed regular preventive maintenance tasks on CNC machinery.
  • Maintained accurate records of production data including scrap rates and downtime.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece.
  • Repaired damaged parts according to company standards before returning them back into service.
  • Achieved safety, quality, and performance standards to meet production schedules.
  • Maintained production tooling by replacing and grinding worn tools.
  • Established and performed quality assurance duties to maintain acceptable production levels.
  • Interfaced with machines to adjust settings or tools, driving high-quality production.
  • Leveraged micrometers, verniers and gages to accurately inspect parts.
  • Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
  • Worked with supervisor to debug and develop production processes and learn machine set-up skills.
  • Observed company's strict safety rules during each shift to avoid job-related injuries.
  • Provided expert coaching and training for new team members.
  • Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
  • Read blueprints and 3D models to determine product specifications and plan operational sequences.
  • Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
  • Loaded and unloaded machines to prevent expensive equipment issues.
  • Took measurements, detected malfunctions, troubleshot processes and adjusted and reprogrammed controls while adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
  • Trained new employees on CNC machine operation, safety procedures, and company policies.

Press Operator

Fisher Dynamics
Brownsville
08.2014 - 05.2017
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss production challenges and solutions.
  • Place finished prints into containers for shipment or storage.
  • Perform minor repairs to machines as needed.
  • Operate auxiliary equipment such as folding machines or cutting devices.
  • Maintain detailed logs of work performed including timesheets and materials used.
  • Change plate cylinders when switching jobs during production runs.
  • Record information such as number of impressions made during shift.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical problems using hand tools and gauges.
  • Monitor and adjust the speed of the machine according to the type of material being printed.
  • Follow written instructions from supervisor regarding production jobs to be completed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lopez High School
Brownsville, TX
06-2012

Skills

  • Behavior management
  • Crisis intervention
  • Record keeping
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Activity planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Relationship building
  • Safety monitoring
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Mentorship techniques
  • Experience with at-risk youth
  • Rapport development
  • Professionalism
  • Decision-making
  • Written communication
  • Effective communication
  • Teamwork
  • Resilience building
  • Records maintenance
  • Multitasking capacity
  • Organizational skills
  • Blueprint reading
  • Machine maintenance
  • Quality control
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Precision measurement
  • Safety compliance
  • Problem solving
  • Verify specifications
  • Machine setup
  • Problem-solving
  • Precision measuring
  • Tooling adjustment
  • Job preparation and Set-up
  • Speeds and feeds
  • Hand and power tool operation
  • Milling machines
  • Time management abilities
  • Operate hoists
  • Hoist and crane operation
  • Adaptability
  • Machine and tool maintenance
  • Work area oversight
  • Machine setup and calibration
  • Blueprint review
  • Forklift operation
  • Safety inspections
  • Inventory management
  • Load handling
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Attention to detail

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Youth Care Worker

Southwest Key Program
09.2022 - 03.2025

Direct Care Worker

BCFS Health And Human Services
03.2021 - 03.2022

Machine Operator

Trico Products Corporation
03.2020 - 03.2021

CNC Machine Operator

Sata Usa
01.2018 - 03.2020

Press Operator

Fisher Dynamics
08.2014 - 05.2017

High School Diploma -

Lopez High School

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