Tommy Ortiz
Caregiver
Walla Walla,WA
Summary
I have worked as a caregiver and supported consumers with addiction history. I am trained behavioral rehabilitation foster parent with 8 years of experience in trauma informed care. within these roles I have worked with care teams to create plans,make referrals,connect youth and consumers with support services in the community.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Caregiver
Allways Caring
Walla Walla, WA
03.2012 - Current
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Completed medical and program reports and maintained records following clinic standard operating procedures.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Behavior Rehabilitation Foster Parent
Service Alternatives
Walla Walla, WA
07.2015 - 01.2022
- Transported kids to mandated therapy, extracurricular activities and medical appointments.
- Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- monthly and weekly team meetings to update social workers and other support staff on changes to youth's behavior and other important information needed to develop plans to support a youth's success.
Design Drafter
Key Technology
Walla Walla, United States
02.1995 - 05.2009
- Calculated mathematical formulae to develop and design detailed specifications for components and machinery with computer assistance.
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions and site visits.
- Supported project team in design process to update details of each project.
- Modified designs to correct operating deficiencies and reduce production problems.
- Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
- Analyzed component and system details to resolve design problems.
- Consulted with project managers, design consultants and sub-contractors to produce and alter drawings.
- Identified potential operational issues and redesigned products to improve functionality.
- Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
- Consulted with architects, customers and vendors regarding project scope and milestone dates.
- Interpreted technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports to make revisions to CAD drawings.
- alternating project lead
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Civil Engineering Technology
Walla Walla Community College
Walla Walla, WA 09.1990 - 05.1992
Skills
Verbal and written communication skills
Medication Administration
Community integration
Behavioral Management
Attention to Detail
Cultural Awareness
Critical Thinking
Conflict resolution skills
Relationship building
Certification
Home Care Aid Certification
Timeline
Behavior Rehabilitation Foster Parent
Service Alternatives
07.2015 - 01.2022
Foster care license-Washington State
07-2015
Right Response-Service Alternatives
07-2015
Home Care Aid Certification
05-2012
Caregiver
Allways Caring
03.2012 - Current
Design Drafter
Key Technology
02.1995 - 05.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Civil Engineering Technology
Walla Walla Community College
09.1990 - 05.1992