CHRISTINE GONZALEZ
Paramount,CA
Summary
motivated associate clinical social worker aiming to enhance clinical skills and contribute to emotional well-being of children and families through trauma-informed, strength-based, and culturally responsive practices
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Social Worker
SKILLED HOME HEALTH
Downey, California
01.2026 - Current
- Conducted psychosocial assessments for patients and families, identifying key factors influencing health recovery.
- Assessed patient needs to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Provided emotional support, counseling and crisis intervention for patients and caregivers during transitions.
- Assisted patients and families with discharge planning and navigation of healthcare systems, ensuring smooth transitions and continuity of care.
- Coordinated community resources including transportation, financial assistance, and long-term care services to support patient needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to enhance patient-centered care plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation in compliance with home health regulations and agency policies.
Children’s Social Worker III
Los Angeles County Department Of Children And Family Service
Los Angeles, California
01.2019 - Current
- Promoted child safety through comprehensive client-related services, assessments, and investigations while connecting clients to essential community resources.
- Encourage clients to participate in services that promote and cultivate a safe and stable environment for the child; ensuring that individuals are properly informed about any requests, processes, or actions taken; and ensuring that any information provided is understood, complete, and accurate.
- Crafted written communication to de-escalate tensions during hostile encounters.
- Communicate with a variety of individuals on civil rights, legal rights and responsibilities, and other numerous issues in accordance with Federal and California State laws and regulations and Department policies and procedures related to confidentiality by explaining information in a patient and clear manner.
- Organized confidential information, including forms, communication records, and court documents, in compliance with Federal and California State laws and departmental case management formats.
MSW Intern
DCFS
Lakewood, California
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Tracked and adapted case and action plans, improving crisis management outcomes.
- Analyzed data to evaluate program effectiveness and identify improvement areas.
- Conducted community outreach at churches and local sites, enhancing community engagement.
- Participated in leadership and office meetings, sharing updates and insights to inform decision-making.
MSW Intern
The Whole Child Development Center
Whittier, California
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided individual and family therapy to children and adolescents under clinical supervision.
- Assisted with intake assessments, treatment planning, and case coordination for clients facing emotional challenges.
- Guided families in accessing housing, mental health, and community resources to improve overall well-being.
- Co-facilitated parenting group sessions to strengthen parental skills and promote positive family dynamics.
- Contributed to multidisciplinary team meetings and weekly clinical supervision sessions to enhance client care.
Behavioral Technician
CALIFORNIA UNITED SERVICE PROVIDERS LLC
Torrance, California
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Designed and implemented educational programs that enhanced learning outcomes for children with autism and related disabilities.
- Collected and analyzed performance data under direction of board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) to track progress and inform interventions.
- Provided hands-on instruction in home, school, and community settings.
- Built strong interpersonal relationships with parents and students, facilitating achievement of educational milestones.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Long Beach State University
Long Beach, CA05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA05-2017
Skills
- Psychosocial assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Care coordination
- Resource navigation
- Documentation compliance
- Child safety practices
- Cultural competence
- Motivational interviewing
- Collaboration and communication
- Microsoft Office applications
Certification
Associate Clinical Social Work (ASW)
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
License Number: ASW#126118
Issued Date: September 2024|Expiration Date: September 2026
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
License Number: ASW#126118
Issued Date: September 2024|Expiration Date: September 2026
Timeline
Medical Social Worker
SKILLED HOME HEALTH
01.2026 - Current
MSW Intern
DCFS
08.2023 - 05.2024
MSW Intern
The Whole Child Development Center
08.2022 - 05.2023
Children’s Social Worker III
Los Angeles County Department Of Children And Family Service
01.2019 - Current
Behavioral Technician
CALIFORNIA UNITED SERVICE PROVIDERS LLC
11.2017 - 12.2018
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Long Beach State University
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
California State University, Dominguez Hills