I have strong commitment and prevention of interpersonal violence, as well understanding and sensitivity to serve diverse populations. With experience in domestic violence ,sexual assault, rape advocacy and crisis intervention and Direct Support Professional for People with Intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Experience and trained with desire to positively impact diverse communities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
The Arc of the East Bay
Hayward, CA
06.2023 - 09.2024
Direct Support Professional for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of individuals served.
Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision-making abilities.
Assisted with planning and coordinating activities and outings, based on individual needs.
Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergencies.
-Database management system to track and report, details of activities, and progress on goals.
Group and Workshop Facilitator (volunteer)
Mujeres Unidas y Activas
Union City
05.2016 - 12.2022
Planning and workshops for participants, for immigrant women.
Spanish Support Meetings Facilitator.
Encouraged active participation among workshop attendees through open dialogue, interactive activities, and role-playing exercises.
DV Advocate (volunteer)
Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments
Fremont, CA
08.2018 - 11.2021
Advocated for victims during difficult situations by filing police reports and connecting them to needed services.
Attended hearings with victims to provide emotional support.
Facilitated support groups for survivors of domestic violence to enhance their self-esteem and provide emotional support through Esperanza, the first Spanish support group, like a member of the first generation of 'Project Light'.
Co-facilitated educational workshop on healthy relationships, supervised by Ph. Dianne.
Tabling, outreach at different events of the community.
Rape Crisis Counselor (volunteer)
Bay Area Women Against Rape
Oakland City, CA
10.2017 - 10.2019
Provided crisis counseling and support services to survivors of sexual assault.
A companion to court hearings, as an advocate for victims of sexual assault.
Responded to hotline calls from survivors seeking immediate assistance or information regarding rape crisis services.
Education
Promotora De Salud
Tiburcio Vazquez Health The Academy of Promotores
Union City, CA
12-2022
Popular Education Training For Trainers
Resilient Strategies,Center For Empowered Politics
Oakland, CA
04-2022
Practitioner of Access Bars
Access Consciousness.Empowering people .
Mt Laguna, CA
11-2021
Holistic Therapist
Theta Healing Institute of Knowledge/HCST
Hayward, CA
02-2021
Facilitations Skills,creating Inclusive Meetings
Compass Point Nonprofit Services
Oakland, CA
06-2019
Law Studies
University National Autonomy oF Mexico
Mexico City
08-1996
Behavioral Training Course Special Education
Vector Training And Learnscped.
Online
08-2024
Skills
Sensitivity and compassionate Client Support
Active Listening
Crisis intervention
Relationship Building
Community advocate
Team work and Collaboration
Adaptability and Flexibility
Problem-solving aptitude
Active learning
Creative
Bilingual Spanish and English
Costumers Service experience
Affiliations
Holistic Therapist Community Services.
Writer and artist NAKA Dance and theater.
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Certification
40-hrs domestic violence counselor Certificated by State of California and recognition for sharing my strength with survivors in abusive relationships. Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments.
California State Certified Rape Crisis Counselor Bay Area Women Against Rape
Counseling Techniques Bay Area Women Against Rape
Facilitator Training Certification of completion. MUA
The Academy of Promotores.Certificate of appreciation.
APSWL Mandated Reporting Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse and Neglect in California eLearning by Academy for Professional Excellence
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
The Arc of the East Bay
06.2023 - 09.2024
DV Advocate (volunteer)
Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments
08.2018 - 11.2021
Rape Crisis Counselor (volunteer)
Bay Area Women Against Rape
10.2017 - 10.2019
Group and Workshop Facilitator (volunteer)
Mujeres Unidas y Activas
05.2016 - 12.2022
Promotora De Salud
Tiburcio Vazquez Health The Academy of Promotores
Popular Education Training For Trainers
Resilient Strategies,Center For Empowered Politics
Practitioner of Access Bars
Access Consciousness.Empowering people .
Holistic Therapist
Theta Healing Institute of Knowledge/HCST
Facilitations Skills,creating Inclusive Meetings
Compass Point Nonprofit Services
Law Studies
University National Autonomy oF Mexico
Behavioral Training Course Special Education
Vector Training And Learnscped.
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