Ahsaki Parra
13306 Scafell Pike St, Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Social Worker with experience in managing diverse populations, including families and individuals experiencing homelessness. Proven time management and communication skills enhance intervention effectiveness and support delivery. Extensive experience in family services, healthcare, and forensic settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MSW Intern
Kern County Department Of Human Services
Bakersfield, CA
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted with assessments to help determine child safety and family needs.
- Participated in investigations involving abuse or neglect.
- Met regularly with families to support reunification.
- Conducted home visits, contacted schools, and spoke with other professionals involved with the families.
- Wrote case notes and assisted with safety plans.
- Attended child family team meetings.
- Worked with community agencies, schools, and mental health providers.
- Used a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach with all families.
- Entered all casework and updates into the CWS/CMS system.
- Supervised visitation between parents and children.
Child Support Specialist
Kern County Department of Child Support Services
Bakersfield, CA
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Conducted interviews with case participants and related individuals regarding child support matters.
- Verified information through investigations, computerized resources, and personal interviews.
- Entered and maintained case data in an automated system while generating necessary forms.
- Initiated civil and criminal actions, including serving subpoenas and legal documents.
- Composed correspondence and case summaries in response to inquiries.
- Reviewed cases for compliance with child support orders to ensure proper enforcement.
- Utilized debt collection techniques to enforce child support orders effectively.
Differential Response Case Manager
Parenting Network Inc.
Porterville, CA
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Served as liaison within community, fostering partnerships with agencies to assist families.
- Conducted home visits to connect families with vital community resources.
- Performed Family Assessments and guided clients through voluntary case plans.
- Collaborated with clients to establish service options and realistic goals.
- Maintained accurate case records by entering client information into centralized database.
- Referred family members to external support services during COVID-19 challenges.
- Facilitated parental workshops to promote children's development and well-being.
- Outlined available resources for housing, domestic violence, employment, education, and substance abuse treatment.
Case Manager
Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc
Long Beach, CA
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Delivered comprehensive case management services, including intake, assessment, and crisis intervention.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts to ensure effective support.
- Collaborated with treatment team to coordinate and enhance client care services.
- Provided referrals to appropriate health care providers and community resources.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients lacking reliable access.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation per agency guidelines.
- Assisted individuals in determining eligibility for available benefits.
- Kept precise logs and electronic client records in accordance with departmental policies.
Rapid Resolution Specialist
People Assisting The Homeless
Los Angeles, CA
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Produced referrals for community resources, including mental health treatment and government assistance.
- Worked with individuals experiencing substance abuse and severe mental illness to identify housing solutions.
- Maintained accurate case documentation and generated in-depth reports on patient progress.
- Facilitated discussions of case histories among staff to improve service delivery outcomes.
Education
Master of Social Work -
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA05.2025
Master of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Anthropology
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.2016
Certification
- Typing Certificate – 56 WPM (Issued May 2025)
- Bilingual – Fluent in Spanish (Tier 1 Certified)
Timeline
MSW Intern
Kern County Department Of Human Services
01.2024 - 05.2025
Child Support Specialist
Kern County Department of Child Support Services
01.2021 - 10.2023
Differential Response Case Manager
Parenting Network Inc.
02.2020 - 12.2020
Case Manager
Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc
06.2019 - 01.2020
Rapid Resolution Specialist
People Assisting The Homeless
01.2019 - 06.2019
Master of Social Work -
California State University, Bakersfield
Master of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Anthropology
University of California, Santa Barbara
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