Marcus Ricks

I started my Emergency Medical Services (EMS) career in 1996 and worked in the hospital-setting as an EMT, phlebotomist, medication aide and psychology technician. Years later, I return to the Healthcare field when I completed my training as an Omaha Firefighter-Paramedic.

Currently, I am an experienced Firefighter-Paramedic with over 12-years of dedicated service at the Omaha Fire Department. Proficient in emergency response, fire suppression, medical aid and crisis management. With hundreds of hours of training specialized in Juvenile Justice Trauma Training, Emotional and Spiritual Care in Disaster, Advanced Crisis Intervention, Grief following Trauma Training, Mental Health First Aide and Suicide Prevention and Intervention Training, I have served by fellow First Responders as a peer support to navigate life's biggest challenges.

With a double Bachelor's of Science major in Psychology and Biblical studies, I am currently focused on achieving my Masters of Science in Social Work. I understand the responsibility I take on when serving my peers and their families. Because of this, I have also maintained my certifications as an ordained Pastor, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, USAW Sports Performance Coach, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist, APEX Nutrition Certified, Mind Body Fitness Specialist, Certified Lifestyle Fitness Coach.