Ciara Gutierrez
Los Angeles,California
Summary
Motivated public health professional with experience delivering patient-centered education on chronic disease prevention, reproductive health, and wellness practices. Strong in tailoring education to health literacy levels, using culturally sensitive communication, and supporting prevention goals through outreach and referrals.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Health Educator
Comprehensive Community Health Centers
11.2025 - Current
- Delivered patient-centered health education on chronic disease prevention, including diabetes, hypertension, and elevated cholesterol
- Educated patients on lifestyle modifications, nutrition, physical activity, and preventative health practices to reduce chronic disease risk
- Promoted informed healthcare decisions through individualized education tailored to patients' developmental needs and health literacy levels
- Facilitated reproductive and sexual health education, including contraceptive options, pregnancy prevention, and STI prevention
Health Educator
Children's Hospital Of Los Angeles
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Developed age-appropriate health education materials for diverse pediatric audiences.
- Assessed learning needs and tailored teaching methods for understanding and retention.
- Educated patients on reproductive health, contraception, STI prevention, HIV prevention, and healthy relationships.
- Utilized trauma-informed and culturally sensitive communication when working with diverse patient populations.
Substance Abuse Prevention Coordinator
The Wall Las Memorias Project
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Coordinated substance abuse prevention workshops for community members and partner organizations.
- Facilitated health education materials aligned with prevention and wellness messaging.
- Collaborated with staff to plan events, trainings, and community prevention efforts.
- Supported outreach activities, strengthening engagement with youth, families, and local stakeholders.
- Connected participants to referrals and supportive resources based on identified needs.
- Assisted with promotion of prevention initiatives through presentations and community outreach.
- Tracked program activities and maintained accurate records for reporting and follow-up.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
California State University
CA05-2024
Skills
- Patient Education & Counseling
- Health promotion
- Health advocacy
- Program evaluation
- Patient teaching
- Health Data Management
- Confidentiality & HIPAA Compliance
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Health Educator
Comprehensive Community Health Centers
11.2025 - Current
Health Educator
Children's Hospital Of Los Angeles
01.2025 - 07.2025
Substance Abuse Prevention Coordinator
The Wall Las Memorias Project
06.2024 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
California State University