Timothy Uecker
Neenah,WI
Summary
A dedicated and empathetic professional with a unique background spanning elementary school behavior, healthcare, corrections, and military service. My experience includes providing patient care as a CNA/BHT, with clinical exposure at Winnebago Mental Health Institute, offering firsthand insight into mental health recovery and most recently working with elementary school kids who need assistance with special education from behaviors and/or diagnosis. As a decorated Marine Corps veteran, I bring proven leadership, resilience, and a strong commitment to teamwork and supportive environments all while having a very calm demeanor. I excel at empowering patients, facilitating recovery-oriented activities, and offering education and advocacy for individuals with mental illness, always keeping a high ethical standard and helping on a path to recovery and achieving goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician/Paraprofessional
Amergis Staffing
04.2026 - Current
- Working at Badger Elementary in Appleton.
- Work with 1st through 5th graders.
- Helping students that require special education, assistance or behavioral assistance.
- Building a rapport and finding personal ways for students to work through personal or behavioral problems and their homework.
- De-escalate physical altercations.
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections
03.2021 - 04.2026
- De-escalated 5-7 disputes daily, enhancing inmate relations and reducing conflict incidents by 20%
- Monitored individual behavior and offered guidance for up to 200 inmates daily, contributing to a stable atmosphere and compliance to established guidelines.
- Conducted over 100 thorough inspections and oversaw security protocols monthly, ensuring the well-being and safety of all within the facility. Led my team in most contraband found for multiple months.
- Provided supportive guidance and facilitated access to essential resources, demonstrating commitment to individual well-being for hundreds of individuals.
- Supervised and coordinated daily activities for teams of 3-5 officers, ensuring efficient operations and complying with protocols.
Behavioral Health Tech/Certified Nursing Assistant
ThedaCare Hospital
12.2015 - 02.2021
- Delivered direct patient care to an average of 8-16 patients per shift, including assistance with daily living activities, assuring safe dignity and independence.
- Monitored patient vital signs and behaviors, promptly reporting changes to nursing staff for timely interventions for over 100 patient encounters.
- Provided emotional support and engaged effectively with patients to address their needs, promoting comfort and understanding for dozens of individuals weekly.
- Maintained clean, organized patient environments for a unit of 20+ beds, creating a therapeutic atmosphere needed for healing and recovery.
- Clearly explained medical instructions to over 100 patients and their families, empowering them with information and encouraging active participation in their care.
Veteran
United States Marine Corps
08.2006 - 08.2010
- Served honorably for 4 years, earning decorations for exceptional leadership and performance in high-pressure environments.
- Delivered critical, life-saving medical care as a Combat Life Saver, demonstrating composure and decisive action under stress for over 20 casualties.
- Led and mentored multiple teams of 5-10 personnel through complex operational and training scenarios, instilling discipline, teamwork, and a strong sense of shared purpose.
Education
Nursing - undefined
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, Wisconsin, United States01-2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Markesan High School
Markesan, Wisconsin, United States01-2006
Skills
- Patient/Student empowerment
- Recovery-oriented care
- Mental health education
- Direct patient/student support
- Behavioral monitoring
- Vital signs
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis de-escalation
- Emergency response
- Facility protocols
- Behavioral Health
- Special Education
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Basic Life Support
- Certified in Many Faces of Autism
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale
- Management of Aggressive Behavior
- Principles of Subject Control
- Combat Life Saver
Work Authorization
I am authorized to work in the following countries: United States
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician/Paraprofessional
Amergis Staffing
04.2026 - Current
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections
03.2021 - 04.2026
Behavioral Health Tech/Certified Nursing Assistant
ThedaCare Hospital
12.2015 - 02.2021
Veteran
United States Marine Corps
08.2006 - 08.2010
High School Diploma - undefined
Markesan High School
Nursing - undefined
Fox Valley Technical College