William Ortiz

Experience

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  Florida State University

  Jun 2017 - May 2019

  Senior Resident Assistant

  -Responded with proper safety and evacuation protocol during emergency situations-Planned bi-monthly informational and recreational events and workshops for forty Freshmen year students-Promoted resident interaction between on and off-campus academic and social networks and resources

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  ACLU

  Aug 2017 - Dec 2017

  Community Organizer Intern

  -Developed coalitions of community, student, and nonprofit organizations to support ACLU initiatives-Petitioned for ACLU of Florida Criminal Justice Reform Campaign, Say Yes to Second Chances-Spoke at legislative hearings and events at the Florida State Capitol Building

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  International Rescue Committee

  Jan 2018 - May 2018

  Refugee Resettlement Intern

  -Wrote case notes for client’s files describing the objectives and events of every appointment-Secured housing, medical needs, state and federal documentation, and employment for clients-Educated clients on American life through orientations, including but not limited to: public bus systems, medical appointments, and grocery shopping

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  Center for the Advancement of Human Rights

  Aug 2018 - May 2019

  Immigration Law Intern

  -Completed USCIS immigration paperwork on behalf of the client’s accredited representative -Coordinated conference logistics including drafting informational packages, processing reimbursements, and planning panel activities-Translated client’s legal documents from Spanish to English including but not limited to: birth certificates, testimonies, and declarations-Conducted legal research to support client's cases

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  U.S. Department of State

  Jun 2019 - Jul 2019

  2019 Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Scholar

  Participated in a joint summer program between the U.S. Department of State and Howard University, designed to provide students with a deeper appreciation of current issues in international affairs, a greater understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers. Attended sessions at various institutions including the U.S. Department of State. Capitol Hill, and policy institutes. Completed classes at Howard University on foreign policy, political economics, and technical writing. Show less

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  St. Lucie Public Schools

  Aug 2019 - Jul 2020

  Sociology and English Instructor
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  Bethany Christian Services

  Aug 2020 - Oct 2021

  Refugee Foster Care English Tutor
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  AmeriCorps VISTA

  Aug 2020 - Aug 2021

  Refugee Employment Program Vista - Bethany Refugee and Immigrant Services
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  International Rescue Committee

  Jul 2021 - now

  Supervise Match Grant, Refugee Support Services (RSS), and Afghan Supplemental Appropriations (ASA) employment programs Support refugee, asylee, parolee, and migrant client's needs to achieve long-term economic stabilityHandle and distribute Matching Grant federal funds

  • Program Manager, Economic Empowerment

    Nov 2023 - now

  • Employment Supervisor

    Sept 2022 - Nov 2023

  • Employment Specialist

    Jul 2021 - Sept 2022