Ethan Alvarado
Flagstaff
Summary
Marine Corps veteran and Psychological Science undergraduate with a lifelong passion for helping at risk individuals. Seeking part or full time Behavioral Health Specialist position, to establish a career in Social Work.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Coordinator
Flagstaff Shelter Services
Flagstaff, AZ
11.2025 - Current
- De-escalating dangerous situations with the least intrusive methods, and provide the appropriate care for individuals facing substance abuse issues, mental illness, and domestic abuse.
- Fostering a safe, sober environment for over 120 clients on a nightly basis.
- Encouraging clients to take action to improve their current situation, making sure they feel empowered to take the next step in life.
- Providing clients with a confidential, caring ear that they can talk to in times of distress.
Research Assistant
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
09.2025 - Current
- Collaborating with Social Psychology Professors and graduate level psychology students on two studies evaluating symptomatology of sexual violence victims at NAU, and statewide homelessness analytics.
- Assisted lead researchers in designing the operational definitions and parameters of the studies prior to beginning research.
- Assigned and corrected anonymous client identification codes, upkeeping confidentiality during the entire course of the studies.
- Developing study data collection procedures, maintaining ethical behavior by the research teams.
- Send out monthly surveys to participants in the homelessness study, tracking their progress out of poverty.
Caregiver
Cornerstone Caregiving
Flagstaff, AZ
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Provided quality of life care for physically and mentally disabled veteran patients.
- Generated detailed reports reflecting tasks performed, as well as any issues that arose during visits.
- Established a positive reputation amongst peers and clients, always going the extra mile to deliver an exceptional care experience.
- Developed care improvement strategies with clients families in order to increase efficacy of treatment.
Logistics Specialist
United States Marine Corps
10.2020 - 10.2024
- Mentored junior Marines on how to perform their responsibilities in an efficient and effective manner.
- Created and maintained documentation for company assets, resulting in two perfect back-to-back readiness audits.
- Utilized military logistics software to track the location and status of personnel and cargo located across the globe.
- Completed advanced triage and life saving course.
- Awarded a Certificate of Commendation for overhauling company logistics procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychological Sciences
Northern Arizona University
01-2028
High School Diploma -
Chatfield Senior High
05-2020
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Trauma Informed Approach
- Communicative
- Collaborative
- Recordkeeping & Documentation
- Microsoft Excel
Certification
- Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card (2025)
- Advanced Combat Lifesaving Course (2021)
- Military Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Course (2023)
Timeline
Coordinator
Flagstaff Shelter Services
11.2025 - Current
Research Assistant
Northern Arizona University
09.2025 - Current
Caregiver
Cornerstone Caregiving
05.2025 - 09.2025
Logistics Specialist
United States Marine Corps
10.2020 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychological Sciences
Northern Arizona University
High School Diploma -
Chatfield Senior High