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Desmond Dortch

@desmonddortch

Empathetic behavioral health professional with 6+ years supporting clients and students through evidence-based practices.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I seek a role where I can apply trauma-informed, evidence-based behavioral support and strong administrative skills in a collaborative, safety-focused team with growth opportunities.

I am an empathetic and dependable behavioral health and education support professional with over six years of hands-on experience in clinical, educational, and administrative roles. I combine ABA strategies, trauma-informed practices, and strong documentation skills to support students with special needs and clients in recovery.

My background includes roles as an instructional/behavioral aide, behavioral health technician, detox technician, logistics coordinator, and HR file clerk. I have consistently delivered compliant, safety-focused care—facilitating therapeutic groups, monitoring vitals, supervising medication compliance, and implementing state-required safety drills.

I hold an Associate's degree in Human Resources & Organizational Leadership and certifications in CPR/First Aid. I contribute strong administrative and technical abilities, including EMR (KIPU), HR file management, data entry, logistics/inventory, and Microsoft Office, to ensure coordinated care and accurate recordkeeping.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Instructional/Behavioral Aide

Moreno Valley Unified School District

Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Support K–12 students with special needs under IEP/BIP guidelines using ABA strategies, assist with classroom instruction and one-on-one support, and collaborate with teachers and families to improve student outcomes.

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Behavioral Health Technician

Reviving You Recovery

Aug 2024 - Jul 2025 (11 months)

Facilitated therapeutic groups and supervised medication compliance while implementing safety initiatives and structured drills to meet state regulatory requirements.

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Detox Technician

Ocean Hills Recovery

Sep 2018 - Nov 2021 (3 years 2 months)

Monitored detox patients, tracked vitals, assisted with medication oversight, and supported clinical staff in patient care and crisis response to maintain safety and treatment continuity.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Rasmussen University

Associate's degree, Human Resources & Organizational Leadership

2022 -

Completed an Associate's degree focusing on Human Resources and Organizational Leadership with coursework in HR practices and organizational management.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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