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Keren Sandoval-Simon
Chino,CA
Summary
Authorized to work in the US for any employer. Capable Medical Social Worker well-versed in educating patients, coordinating treatment plans and setting up program referrals. Knowledgeable about documentation and recordkeeping. Using five years of experience in field to deliver exemplary patient support. Trained in providing crisis intervention services in addition to routine care and support. Conducts assessments, sets goals and improves patient quality of life with hands-on assistance. Well-versed at liaising with clients to foster access to community resources, treatment and assistance programs. Strong background in supporting client treatment plans. Compassionate and driven with unfailing work ethic and passion for helping others. Experienced social work professional arranging services, collaborating with families and providing ongoing counseling and support. Excellent communication, planning and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
MSW Intern
Riverside County Office of Education
Riverside, CA
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Case Management
- Assisted youth into transitioning back to public schools
- Educated patients and families about counseling and treatment options.
- Conducted evaluations to detect presence of mental health or substance abuse disorders.
- Counseled clients on life skills and coping mechanisms.
- Facilitated psychoeducational and therapeutic processing groups.
- Wrote notes, completed documentation for referrals and maintained case files.
- Assessed individuals under supervision of licensed social worker to help guide treatment planning.
- Contributed to multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning.
- Counseled individuals and families regarding mental health, substance abuse, physical abuse and rehabilitation issues.
- Interviewed clients and family members to obtain key information for case planning and management.
- Obtained and supplied information to coordinating agencies to provide best possible guidance to clients.
- Assessed cognitive abilities and physical and emotional needs of clients to determine appropriate interventions.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS Coach)
Community Access Network
Corona, CA
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Play Therapy
- Intensive, individualized, one-to-one behavioral coaching
- Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
- Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
- Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
- Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
- Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
- Leverages excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff and clients.
- Wrote reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.
Associate Therapist
Hope Wellness Counseling Inc.
Riverside , CA
05.2023 - Current
- Provide evidence-based interventions based on clinical mental health diagnoses and best practices
- Maintain quality and timely clinical documentation
maintain effective communications with clients, family and other staff on behalf of assigned clients - Conducted intake and assessments to formulate treatment plan and manage client records.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Rendered mental health and counseling services to Veterans, focusing on development of healthy relationships.
- Collaborated with other mental health professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans.
- Performed individual and group psychotherapy and conducted teletherapy sessions to help clients pinpoint emotions underlying personal and relational conflicts.
- Leveraged practice management software to complete weekly progress notes, update quarterly treatment plans and maintain patient records.
- Educated clients on importance of mental health and self-care.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Countered problematic behavior with healthy alternatives to enhance mental, emotional and physical wellness and increase energy.
- Counseled clients on concerns such as unsatisfactory relationships, divorce and separation or financial difficulties.
Medical Social Worker
Mommy and Me Medical Group Inc
Riverside, CA
04.2021 - Current
- Perform psycho-social assessments to determine social service needs
- Provide comprehensive social services to assist patients and their families to find practical methods to overcome social, emotional, and environmental barriers to achieve optimal functioning and attainment of health
- Provide one-on-one counseling and case management services to women who are pregnant and have mental health or substance use disorders
- Provide education, training, and technical assistance to community agencies, service providers, and the community at large concerning maternal mental health or substance use disorders
- Provide clinical supervision for all trainees and interns providing on-site social services
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Provided ongoing counseling to help patients deal with conditions and processes
- Explained medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions.
- Coordinated program referrals for community-based resources.
Resource Family Social Worker
Nuevo Amanecer Latino Children Services
San Bernardino, CA
05.2019 - 04.2021
- Case Management
- Family Reunification
- Develop and implement Needs and Services Plans
- Surveying and supervising the care and treatment of each youth under personal caseload
- Develop and maintain network of medical and psychological resources
- Provide and develop resources for families and youth
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
- Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
MSW Intern
County of San Bernardino Preschool Services
San Bernardino, CA
09.2017 - 04.2018
- Case Management
- Educated patients and families about counseling and treatment options.
- Rotated through units to experience working with different populations.
- Facilitated psychoeducational and therapeutic processing groups.
- Wrote notes, completed documentation for referrals and maintained case files.
- Prepared treatment plans based on assessment findings and incorporated feedback from senior staff to optimize approaches.
- Secured housing, medical care and employment for clients by collaborating with various community agencies.
- Interviewed clients and family members to obtain key information for case planning and management.
- Visited individuals in homes and attended group meetings to provide information on agency services, requirements and procedures.
- Assessed cognitive abilities and physical and emotional needs of clients to determine appropriate interventions.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Child Counselor Specialist
All God's Children
Moreno Valley, CA
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Crisis Intervention
- Helping youth transition back into their homes and/or foster homes
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits and coping mechanisms.
- Liaised with parents and caregivers to provide updates on progress and behavior.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Assisted children and teens with homework, quizzed on material prior to tests and signed off on assignments.
- Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others and actively listening.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Took part in sports, games, and movie nights with children.
- Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
- Implemented variety of fun and recreational activities for residents.
- Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
Education
Doctorate - Social Work
California Baptist University
08.2020 - 08.2022
Master's - Social Work
California Baptist University
09.2017 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
California Baptist University
Skills
Networking with staff
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Interests
Grant writing
Perinatal Menta Health
Maternal Mental Health
Accomplishments
- Submitted "Examining Contributors to Accessing Reproductive Treatments for Women of Color" to the American Journal of Maternal/Child Nursing on December 2021
- Podcast Participant of "Soul Sisters of Higher Education on Mi Voz es Mi Poder in December 2021
Timeline
Associate Therapist
Hope Wellness Counseling Inc.
05.2023 - Current
Medical Social Worker
Mommy and Me Medical Group Inc
04.2021 - Current
Doctorate - Social Work
California Baptist University
08.2020 - 08.2022
Resource Family Social Worker
Nuevo Amanecer Latino Children Services
05.2019 - 04.2021
MSW Intern
Riverside County Office of Education
09.2018 - 05.2019
Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS Coach)
Community Access Network
01.2018 - 05.2019
MSW Intern
County of San Bernardino Preschool Services
09.2017 - 04.2018
Master's - Social Work
California Baptist University
09.2017 - 04.2019
Child Counselor Specialist
All God's Children
08.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
California Baptist University
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