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Cristina Villa Mendoza
Houston,Texas
Summary
Motivated psychologist with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need. Collaborative and analytical advocate builds strategic partnerships, advocate for clients and advance change for communities in need.
I am a counseling Intern devoted to building and maintaining relationships, as well as implementing community services to promote client wellness. Adept at developing individualized treatment plans and performing thorough patient assessments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Advocate
Elevate PFS
Houston, United States
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Assisted with the completion of insurance paperwork for patient coverage.
- Advised on available resources such as financial assistance programs or home care options.
- Informed patients about their rights under HIPAA regulations.
Au Pair
Cultural Au Pair Care
Houston, TX
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Helped children complete homework and special assignments daily to support academic performance.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
Case Worker, Foster Care
Instituto Colombiano De Bienestar Familiar ICBF
Bogota, Colombia
01.2016 - 11.2017
- Interviewed clients, families or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Assessed clients for abuse and neglect to compile documentation for court reports.
- Reunited families and facilitated foster and kinship adoptions.
- Supervised counseling and supportive services provided to clients and assessed needs of foster children placed in foster families and boarding homes.
- Participated in court proceedings by making recommendations for permanency planning and providing expert testimony.
Case Manager Specialist
Colegio San Juan Bosco
Bogota , Colombia
02.2015 - 11.2015
- Participated in professional growth programs to support special education improvement efforts.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff and patients.
- Facilitated special education placement process in partnership with parents to provide free appropriate public education for eligible referrals.
- Managed caseload of 15 children in welfare system to provide comprehensive, community-based care.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health And Counseling
Houston Christian University
Houston, TX12-2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Houston Christian University
Houston, TX08-2022
English As A Second Language - English
Houston Community College
Houston, TXSome College (No Degree) - Psychology
Universidad Konrad Lorenz
Bogota Skills
- P>Spanish interpreting
- P>Analytical and critical thinking
- P>Crisis Intervention
- P>Social services
- P>Family reunification specialist
Software
Excel
Languages
English
Spanish
Certification
CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
First Aid/CPR Certified
Psychological First Aid for Unaccompanied Children
Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness
Resilience in Children Exposed To Trauma.
Timeline
Patient Advocate
Elevate PFS
01.2022 - 12.2024
Au Pair
Cultural Au Pair Care
02.2018 - 02.2020
Case Worker, Foster Care
Instituto Colombiano De Bienestar Familiar ICBF
01.2016 - 11.2017
Case Manager Specialist
Colegio San Juan Bosco
02.2015 - 11.2015
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health And Counseling
Houston Christian University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Houston Christian University
English As A Second Language - English
Houston Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Universidad Konrad Lorenz
CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
First Aid/CPR Certified
Psychological First Aid for Unaccompanied Children
Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness
Resilience in Children Exposed To Trauma.
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