Alejandra Zepeda
South Gate,CA
Summary
Experienced social services professional with strong commitment to fostering positive outcomes and enhancing community well-being. Committed to providing support, advocacy, and resources to diverse populations while maintaining high ethical standards. Demonstrates collaborative approach, adaptability to changing needs, and focus on delivering impactful results. Skilled in case management, crisis intervention, and effective communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Promoter
Children's Institute Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
12.2025 - Current
- Led community workshops and support groups focused on mental health, stress management and overall wellness.
- Conducted community events, outreach activities and documentation to support program services.
- Connected families to community resources, referrals, and support services based on their needs.
- Provide education on healthy coping skills, mental health awareness, nutrition and personal growth topics.
Facilitator
Children’s Institute Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
02.2022 - 12.2025
- Provided trauma-informed in-home outreach and support services to children and families involved with DFCS
- Connected families to community resources, advocacy services, and behavioral health support to promote family stability
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, schools, and community agencies to coordinate care and client services
- Maintained accurate documentation, case notes, and client progress reports while ensuring compliance with agency policies
Behavior Consultant
Applied Behavior Analysis Services
Whittier, CA
10.2019 - 11.2022
- Maintained detailed documentation on all sessions, interventions, and communications related to each client case in accordance with ethical standards and company policies.
- Collect IOA data and Task Analysis
- Under Supervision of BCBA, run behavior management programs throughout session
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Family Service Worker
Children's Institute Inc.
Los Angeles
10.2018 - 02.2022
- Recruit families for assigned ECS programs
- Complete enrollment for families to assigned caseload and report vacancy information in a timely matter
- Complete strength and needs assessment for assigned families
- Identifies goals for families and provides resources as needed
Head Start Teacher
Children's Institute Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
05.2017 - 10.2018
- Plan and implement educational curriculum for preschool children, which reflects developmental, cultural, and linguistic appropriateness
- Ensure proper care and supervision for each and every child at all times and adheres to the standards of conduct
- Conduct home visits each year as required by funding source
- Records observations using DRDP tool to utilize lesson plan to benefit the child
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development And Family Studies
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, Ca05-2017
Skills
- Case Management
- Child welfare expertise
- Client needs assessment
- Motivational interviewing
- Child development
- Multitasking
- Community resources
Professional Trainings
- Trauma-informed Care
- Mental Health First Aid
- Suicide Prevention
- Child Abuse & Neglect Awareness
- Domestic Violence
Timeline
Mental Health Promoter
Children's Institute Inc.
12.2025 - Current
Facilitator
Children’s Institute Inc.
02.2022 - 12.2025
Behavior Consultant
Applied Behavior Analysis Services
10.2019 - 11.2022
Family Service Worker
Children's Institute Inc.
10.2018 - 02.2022
Head Start Teacher
Children's Institute Inc.
05.2017 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development And Family Studies
California State University, Long Beach