Rick Davalos
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Experienced and driven recruiting professional with 15 years of success in staffing and talent acquisition. Recognized for a team-oriented approach, strong interpersonal skills, and a passion for connecting people with the right opportunities. Committed to delivering results, fostering collaborative environments, and providing meaningful support where it’s needed most. I am currently pursuing a Master of Social Work (MSW) to further enhance my ability to positively impact individuals and organizations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Mentor
Odyssey House of Utah
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Facilitated peer support groups, fostering open communication and shared experiences among participants.
- Conducted assessments to identify barriers to recovery, providing tailored resources and referrals.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and relapse prevention techniques through workshops and one-on-one sessions.
- Mentored new peer specialists, sharing best practices and enhancing team performance through training initiatives.
- Advocated for client needs within community resources, strengthening access to essential support services.
Mentor
Corner Canyon Recovery
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered individualized support clients in a dual-location residential treatment center, assisting with daily activities, crisis management, and therapeutic interventions for mental health and addiction recovery.
- Provided direct support and care for 20-40 adult clients dealing with mental health challenges and substance use disorders across two residential treatment locations.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, medication management, therapeutic routines, and crisis intervention in a structured, recovery-focused environment.
- Collaborated closely with clinical teams, case managers, and healthcare providers to support individualized treatment plans and ensure a safe, supportive atmosphere.
- Facilitated group discussions, life skills workshops, and recreational activities to promote community, wellness, and personal growth among clients.
- Maintained accurate documentation and incident reporting in compliance with facility policies and mental health regulations.
- Mentored individuals in recovery processes to promote personal growth and resilience.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on individual assessments and progress evaluations.
Sr. Recruiter
Tradesmen International, Inc.
09.2022 - 09.2024
- Led recruiting efforts for a variety of construction trades across Utah and neighboring states, specializing in sourcing, screening, and placing skilled candidates in roles that matched both client needs and project demands.
- Managed daily operations of the Utah office, ensuring smooth workflows, consistent communication, and a productive team environment.
- Successfully filled open positions in a timely manner, consistently exceeding hiring goals and client expectations.
- Developed strong relationships with clients and candidates, providing tailored staffing solutions and creating long-term partnerships built on trust and results.
- Recognized for producing high-quality placements and achieving measurable recruiting outcomes in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Imaging Specialist
Precision Technology, Inc.
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Operated the Chemical Clean Line and Photoresist Coat Cut Sheet Laminator in accordance with work instructions and company procedures.
- Interpreted and verified travelers to confirm part counts, tool numbers, work order numbers, and any special instructions.
- Performed quality checks on core materials, quantities, resist thickness, and artwork alignment to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Determined appropriate panel sizes and selected correct printers based on job requirements.
- Identified panel types for pattern plating and verified Mil thickness of coated resist on panels to maintain quality standards.
Contractor
Elwood Staffing
06.2018 - 04.2021
- Successfully completed assignments with excellent reviews and offers of employment.
- Built great relationships with the agency and was highly depended upon to produce excellent results.
- Built a solid reputation through consistent punctuality, strong work ethic, while continually delivering results.
Branch Manager - Recruiter
MALEKO Personnel
12.2016 - 08.2017
- Recruited general labor employees for a small recruiting firm.
- Screened, interviewed and hired general labor and agricultural workers.
- Managed all financials to insure the gross profit margin was met and remained cost effective, while meeting financial expectations.
- Effectively worked with clients to build rapport and maintain ongoing.
Sr. Technical Recruiter
Robert Half International
09.2014 - 12.2016
- Recruited Software Engineers and Developers (both contract and permanent) to fill our clients needs.
- Individual revenue generation ranked in the top 25% of the company (900+ employees nationwide) month-over-month for over a year.
- Consistently met and exceeded Sr. Recruiter weekly goals: Meeting these metrics resulted in 1-2 placements per week.
- Used multiple lead-generation channels to identify and contact qualified candidates (LinkedIn, job boards, candidate referrals, social media etc.).
- Effectively managed individual pipeline and "book of business" to ensure that previously interviewed candidates were adequately matched with new positions that arrived on our job board.
- Negotiated candidates salary, benefits and financial expectations to satisfy the candidate, meet our team's gross margin percentage and the client's budgetary requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ05-2026
Skills
- Active learning
- Self-awareness
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Relationship development
- Recruitment process improvement
- Social media recruiting
- Candidate sourcing
- Applicant tracking systems
- Talent acquisition
Timeline
Peer Mentor
Odyssey House of Utah
03.2025 - 08.2025
Mentor
Corner Canyon Recovery
10.2024 - 04.2025
Sr. Recruiter
Tradesmen International, Inc.
09.2022 - 09.2024
Imaging Specialist
Precision Technology, Inc.
04.2021 - 09.2022
Contractor
Elwood Staffing
06.2018 - 04.2021
Branch Manager - Recruiter
MALEKO Personnel
12.2016 - 08.2017
Sr. Technical Recruiter
Robert Half International
09.2014 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Phoenix