Xavier F. Cortez

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Chula Vista, CA. 91911

619-***-**** ad48fh@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY: Combined experience in program development, public relations and community mobilization with emphasis in Social Services, Community-Based-Organizations and Criminal Justice System Projects.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor in Arts Degree in International Relations.

California State University, Chico

Chico, CA. 1989

EXPERIENCE:

Enloe Medical Center

Emergency Department Advanced Security Officer.

Advanced Security Officer / First Responder main duties consist of safety and security of patients, medical staff and property. Equally important to serve as a Liaison Mental Health Professionals, Law Enforcement, Child Protective Services and patient’s family members to develop a safety plan for victims of crimes. And, the monitoring of forensic and psychiatric patients while admitted and/or medically treated at Enloe Hospital. From 04/07/2013 to 6/19/20

US/Mexico Consulting & Liaison Services Non-Profit

Bi-national Liaison Officer

Services involved the assistance and support in the planning and implementation process of Bi-national collaborations projects between the City of San Diego, CA. and the City of Tijuana, Baja California. Specific collaborations included Educational Institutions, Social Services, Community-Based-Programs and Criminal Justice Projects. Chief program included Law school students to attend San Diego Drug Court, San Diego Police Department “Operation Safe-Crossing” and High school student visits to local and county detention facilities presentations such as “From the Inside +Out”. Other project included Community Mobilization and Media Advocacy regarding Underage Drinking, Gang Awareness, and Regional Social Issues. From 02/10 to 02/13

Metropolitan Translations & Interpretations Inc. DEA Evidence Monitor Specialist / Linguist

Chief Responsibilities included the translation & interpretation of Drug Enforcement Agency sensitive information of on-going investigations. Other duties included the transcription and preparation of court friendly-reports regarded as evidence. Evidence Monitor Specialist worked under the direct supervision of DEA Agents and Metropolitan Supervisors. From 02/08 to 02/10

San Diego Job Corps

Center Standard Officer

Chief Responsibilities included the implementation of the Center’s Behavior Management System. CSO adjudicates all criminal and non-criminal cases and made recommendations to the Center Review Board regarding disciplinary actions. Other duties included the implementation of the Incentive Program designed to increase school-attendance and positive behavior. From 06/04 to 01/08

YMCA Youth & Family Service

Balboa Park Drug Free Project Coordinator

Responsible for the planning, organization and management of Alcohol, Tobacco & Other Drugs Prevention Projects. Chief duties 1) Junior & High School Prevention Education, 2) Community Mobilization against over concentration of alcohol outlets, 3) Media Advocacy including radio interviews, newspaper articles and Prevention Messages via Murals involving local individuals, schools and families. 04/2003 to 06/2004

New Alternatives Inc. / SD County Juvenile Probation

Juvenile Forensic Counselor

Responsible for the provision of Juvenile Forensic Counseling services including individual & group counseling. Other services included crisis interventions; Juvenile Court ordered individualized case management and treatment. Specific services provided to culturally-challenged youth detained by US Border Patrol and other Law Enforcement agencies. Juvenile Counselor provides court-advocacy & support to parents. From 04/2002 to 04/003

University of San Diego / Addiction Treatment Center

Senior Learning Counselor

Facilitation of specialized program curriculum designed to promote and enhance professional collaboration between Substance Abuse Treatment Counselors and Correctional Officers in therapeutic communities within the California Department of Corrections. Other responsibilities included group sessions regarding ATOD, Domestic Violence and Child Abuse. Bilingual services provided for Spanish language only individuals. From 07/2001 to 04/2002

Reach Out To Families Resource Center

Imperial Beach Alcohol, Tobacco & Other Drugs Bi-national Prevention Project

Chief Responsibilities included the planning, organization and management of Binational Alcohol, Tobacco & Other Drugs prevention Projects. Chief duties 1) Junior & High School Prevention Education, 2) Community Mobilization against over concentration of alcohol outlets, 3) Media Advocacy including radio interviews, newspaper articles and prevention messages via billboards and Murals involving local individuals, schools and families &4) Bi-national Prevention Strategies designed to reduce under-age drinking in Mexico and USA including Operation Safe-Crossing, Red Ribbon month and United Nations Day Against Drug Traffic month. 08/1998 to 7/2001

Consejo-Counseling & Mental Health Services

Domestic Violence and Substance Abuse Program Manager

and Tacoma WA. Other duties included victims support services such as counseling, case-management and housing services. Domestic Violence program worked directly with City of Seattle, WA. District Attorney’s Office. Other duties included the administration of Substance Abuse contracts to ensure compliance with King County’s requirements. 02/1996 to 12/1998

` South Bay Community Services

National City Police Department Crisis Intervention Program Coordinator

Responsible for the implementation, coordination and supervision of Juvenile Diversion programs. Services included mandatory court-referred-individual counseling, group counseling and parental session. Other duties included juvenile’s compliance with County of San Diego Juvenile Probation recommendations and court-conditions. National City Police Department responsibilities included support service regarding crisis intervention, domestic violence and runaway/missing person’s reports. Binational Gang Prevention Coordinator Council. 06/1994 to 01/1996

E.Y.E. Counseling Services

La Familia Primero Resource Center Manager

Responsible for the development and implementation of community collaborations designed to create a safety-net of social service to families. Services included parenting classes, youth actives and support services, case-management services regarding housing, shelter and job placement. Night court-ordered Domestic Violence treatment for Spanish speaking individuals and support services for victims and families. Binational Child Abuse Coordinating Council Chairperson. 06/1992 to 06/1996

San Diego Youth & Community Services

Gang Prevention Case Manager

Responsible for the design, implementation and coordination of after-school gang prevention activities. Other services included family case-management, court-appearance support, housing referrals, emergency food and hire-a youth programs. From 09/1990 t0 06/1992

•Police Officer Standard Training Certified

•Reserve Deputy Probation Training Certified

•Butte County CCW Certified

•San Diego Crisis Center Certified

•IAHSS Advance Training Certified

•IAHSS Basic Training Certified

•BSIS Power to Arrest Certified

•BSIS Taster Training Academy Certif

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