Brianna Gonzalez
Psychology Graduate
Oakland,CA
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Mental Health Intern
Human Health & Resource Education Center (HHREC)
12.2025 - Current
- Support community-based mental health programs focused on wellness, peer support, and access to resources.
- Assist with outreach, documentation, and coordination of mental health initiatives.
- Collaborate with staff to deliver ethical, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive services.
- Advocated for clients within various systems, promoting access to necessary resources and support services.
- Supported clients in crisis situations by providing immediate intervention and referrals to appropriate services.
Program Application Writer
California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA)
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Contributed to the writing and submission of a Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Provider Trainer application.
- Translated Medi-Cal peer support standards into a clear, organized, and compliant program narrative.
- Supported compliance documentation and quality review for a statewide behavioral health workforce initiative.
Peer Navigator / College Mentor
Downtown TAY
10.2021 - 12.2025
- Provide peer support and mentorship to transition-age youth navigating education, mental health, and personal development.
- Assist participants with goal setting, academic planning, and community resource navigation.
- Support workshops, outreach events, and youth-centered program activities.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and services, strengthening their support networks and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation for accurate record keeping and efficient information sharing among team members.
Instructor
Edventure More
06.2020 - 06.2025
- Facilitated educational and recreational programming for youth in structured settings.
- Promoted engagement, creativity, and social-emotional development while maintaining safety standards.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
Administrative Assistant
La Botánica Azul
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Supported office operations including filing, inventory tracking, and administrative organization.
- Assisted with documentation and improved office workflow efficiency.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Peer Support
Mental Health Support
Community Outreach
Program Coordination
Documentation
Written Communication
Cultural Responsiveness
Team Collaboration
Time Management
Certification
CITI Program Certified
Timeline
Mental Health Intern
Human Health & Resource Education Center (HHREC)
12.2025 - Current
Program Application Writer
California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA)
11.2025 - 12.2025
Peer Navigator / College Mentor
Downtown TAY
10.2021 - 12.2025
Instructor
Edventure More
06.2020 - 06.2025
Administrative Assistant
La Botánica Azul
08.2019 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, East Bay
05.2001 -