Alma Ventura
Rosamond,CA
Summary
Dedicated Behavioral Health Professional with expertise in crisis intervention, behavior management, and client support. Proven ability to facilitate structured groups on anger management, emotional regulation, and life skills while ensuring confidentiality and compliance. Experience collaborating with healthcare providers and community partners to coordinate comprehensive support. Committed to fostering safe environments and empowering individuals facing substance use and co-occurring behavioral health challenges.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Paraeducator
Southern Kern Unified School District
Rosamond, California
11.2021 - Current
- Assisted teachers in preparing engaging lesson plans and organizing classroom materials to enhance student learning.
- Guided [Number] students during small-group reading and math activities.
- Monitored student behavior and consistently reinforced classroom expectations to promote a positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom instruction for Southern Kern Unified School District students.
- Communicated with parents regarding student progress and behavior to foster collaboration and support for student success, including updates on [Product or service] and academic expectations.
- Used positive redirection when behavior interfered with student learning.
- Communicated daily with parents about student needs and answered parent questions.
- Provided resources for parents and students to support learning and parent interaction.
Children Activity Coordiator
Friends Outside
Stockton, California
11.2004 - Current
- Coordinated family activities supporting incarcerated people through Friends Outside programs.
- Assisted families with registration inquiries and ensured smooth program check-in.
- Developed lesson plans, arts and crafts projects, games, sports activities, and other educational programs.
- Led group activities to build community and encourage social interaction among participants.
- Gave emotional support and encouragement to participants, supporting a positive, inclusive environment.
- Supported adolescents after family visits and provided motivation and encouragement.
- Supported families visiting inmates and leaving discouraged or sad.
- Offered emotional support and encouragement to visitors facing challenges during visits.
- Helped de-escalate arguments with families unable to visit.
- Guided staff in managing challenging situations and addressing behavioral issues among participants.
- Recorded activity schedules, attendance, and service records.
- Monitored participant attendance during activities and kept accurate program records.
- Followed safety protocols across staff activities at all times.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Distributed informational materials to families about available support services.
- Worked with clinical support staff and care professionals to support team-based patient-centered care.
- Adjusted activities to meet diverse needs and interests, including participants with physical or cognitive limitations.
Family Advocate
Community Action Partnership Of Kern
Bakersfield, California
01.2001 - 10.2021
Family Support & Case Management
- Provided case management and family support services to Head Start families, including intake, eligibility, enrollment, and ongoing follow-up.
- Assessed family needs and connected clients to housing, healthcare, food, employment, education, and community resources.
- Built trusting relationships with families through consistent support, advocacy, check-ins, and service coordination.
- Conducted home visits and maintained regular communication with families by phone and in person.
- Managed large caseloads by prioritizing tasks and tracking follow-up needs to ensure timely support for families.
- Developed individualized service and behavioral goals with families and monitored progress toward identified outcomes.
- Advocated for families and victims experiencing violence, poverty, disabilities, and other challenging circumstances.
- Provided crisis intervention, emotional support, and service navigation during emergency and high-stress situations.
- Coordinated with schools, hospitals, courts, and community organizations to provide comprehensive support for families and children.
- Served as a liaison between families and service providers to ensure access to appropriate resources and coordinated support.
- Prepared reports and case documentation for courts, child welfare agencies, and other partner organizations.
- Explained legal processes, timelines, and available resources to victims and families while providing compassionate and confidential support.
- Supported parents in developing positive child-rearing strategies, behavior management techniques, and family goals.
- Facilitated parenting, behavior management, positive reinforcement, anger management, and family support groups for parents, caregivers, youth, and students.
- Taught practical strategies for emotional regulation, anger de-escalation, positive discipline, and healthy communication.
- Educated parents on custody-related legal rights, available family services, and navigation of community resources.
- Provided education on special education rights and resources for children with disabilities.
- Connected families with resources and support services for children with autism and other developmental needs.
- Organized and facilitated parent education seminars and workshops to enhance access to community resources and economic opportunities.
- Collaborated with community partners to connect youth and families with positive activities, educational opportunities, and supportive services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
Arizona Global Campus University
Arizona City, AZ04-2021
Skills
- Lesson preparation
- Small group instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom material setup
- Student supervision
- Student behavior monitoring
- Conflict resolution
- Special education
- Autism spectrum support
- Child development knowledge
- Data collection
- ParentSquare communication
- Emotional support
- Social-emotional support
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Certification
- Site Supervisor Permit
- First Aide CPR
Timeline
Classroom Paraeducator
Southern Kern Unified School District
11.2021 - Current
Children Activity Coordiator
Friends Outside
11.2004 - Current
Family Advocate
Community Action Partnership Of Kern
01.2001 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
Arizona Global Campus University