Nubia Ortega
Arlington,TX
Summary
Human services professional with specialization in youth prevention programming and community collaboration. Proven expertise in implementing trauma-informed approaches that enhance resilience and emotional regulation. Skilled in advancing behavioral health and substance use prevention initiatives through effective community partnerships.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Prevention Specialist
Boys and Girls Club of Greater Tarrant County
05.2025 - Current
- Facilitated evidence-based prevention programs focused on youth mental health, substance use prevention, and social-emotional development in school and community settings.
- Applied trauma-informed approaches to build safe, supportive environments that promote resilience, emotional regulation, and positive decision-making among youth participants.
- Delivered guidance and early intervention for youth facing behavioral, emotional, or environmental stressors, fostering resilience and coping strategies.
- Collaborated with school staff, families, and community partners to coordinate services and strengthen protective factors for at-risk youth.
- Facilitated outreach, recruitment, and engagement initiatives to improve access to prevention services for underserved youth populations.
- Maintained accurate documentation, participant records, and program reports in compliance with organizational and grant requirements.
Vice President
Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc.
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with executive members to strengthen governance and align initiatives with organizational goals.
- Led monthly committee chair meetings to align activities and monitor progress toward organizational goals.
- Developed transition plans and documentation to ensure operational continuity in leadership scenarios.
- Developed standardized reporting processes for committee activities, enhancing transparency and accountability.
- Appointed standing committee chairpersons and assigned committee membership with the approval of the Executive Committee.
- Ensured the Constitution remained current by integrating amendments and updating By-Laws, maintaining organizational compliance and transparency.
- Maintained consistent monthly communication with the New Member Education Officer to provide updates, seek guidance, and align program initiatives with organizational goals.
- Planned and executed events each semester for new members and the UTA greek community, overseeing venue selection, scheduling, and resource allocation.
- UTA
Lead Customer Attendant
City of Cleburne
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Supervised and mentored team of customer attendants to enhance customer service delivery and operational efficiency.
- Addressed and resolved customer inquiries, complaints, and issues promptly, maintaining high customer satisfaction levels.
- Facilitated membership sales by effectively communicating benefits and upselling services to achieve sales targets.
- Coordinated staff schedules and managed daily operations to ensure optimal coverage during peak periods.
- Trained and onboarded new staff members, developing comprehensive training materials.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology; minor of Clinical Health Psychology
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12-2024
Skills
- Evidence-Based Programming
- Program Development and Administration
- Policy Adherence and Enforcement
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Student Development
- Mentorship & Training
- Conflict Resolution & Mediation
- Group Facilitation
- Effective Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Event Planning
- Peer Support Training
- Delegation and Oversight
Timeline
Prevention Specialist
Boys and Girls Club of Greater Tarrant County
05.2025 - Current
Vice President
Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc.
05.2023 - 12.2024
Lead Customer Attendant
City of Cleburne
05.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology; minor of Clinical Health Psychology
The University of Texas At Arlington