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Daniel Mendoza

Washington,United States of America

Summary

Compassionate and mission-driven professional with experience in leadership, community support, resource coordination, and client advocacy. Skilled in case navigation, problem-solving, and working with diverse populations while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and empathy. Dedicated to improving community outcomes through ethical leadership, effective communication, and person-centered support.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Community Housing and Resource Navigator

District Alliance for Safe Housing
01.2026 - Current
  • Conducting client intakes and assessing immediate safety and housing needs
  • Creating individualized safety plans for survivors
  • Connecting clients to housing programs, shelters, public benefits, legal aid, healthcare, childcare, and employment resources
  • Providing crisis intervention and short-term advocacy
  • Helping clients navigate DC systems like DHS, coordinated entry, and housing referrals
  • Coordinating referrals to internal DASH programs and outside community partners
  • Participating in housing resource clinics and outreach events
  • Tracking services, maintaining confidential documentation, and entering case notes/data accurately
  • Following trauma-informed and survivor-centered practices
  • Building relationships with landlords, agencies, and service providers
  • Assisting with follow-up and outcome tracking after financial or housing assistance is provided

Salary: $64,000 per year

Job Type: 40 hours per week, Full-Time

Manager: Lydia Guirguis (202) 744-2264

MHT→Residential Supervisor→Transitional Supervisor

A Mission For Michael
01.2022 - 01.2026
  • Promoted through multiple leadership roles based on strong performance, operational oversight, and commitment to client care within residential behavioral health programs.
  • Supervised staff and daily residential operations to ensure the safety, well-being, and support of clients while maintaining compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
  • Provided staff coaching, performance evaluations, disciplinary support, onboarding, and training to maintain operational efficiency and accountability.
  • Coordinated client intakes, discharges, transportation, appointments, medication monitoring, and daily program activities while ensuring proper procedures were followed.
  • Maintained accurate electronic documentation of client behaviors, medication self-administration, treatment participation, incidents, and operational updates using electronic health record systems.
  • Collaborated with clinical, nursing, compliance, and leadership teams to support adherence to Joint Commission, DHCS, CCL, infection control, emergency management, and environment-of-care standards.
  • Responded to crisis situations using de-escalation, communication, and emergency response techniques to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.
  • Managed staffing logistics including scheduling, payroll oversight, timecard review, and shift coordination to support effective facility operations.
  • Served as a liaison between clients, staff, and management to address concerns, improve communication, and foster a positive team environment.
  • Conducted safety checks, emergency preparedness procedures, fire drills, and disaster response activities in accordance with organizational protocols.

Salary: $68,000 per year

Job Type: 40 hours per week, Full-Time

Manager: Blessing Dawson (703) 859-3304

Hearing Screening Supervisor

MEDNAX
11.2018 - 09.2020
  • Performed newborn hearing screenings in patient rooms using approved protocols and guidelines established by management and healthcare standards.
  • Managed and maintained accurate computer-based records, including payroll templates, data uploads, monthly statistics, and correction of edit reports.
  • Communicated professionally with parents, physicians, hospital staff, audiologists, and management regarding screening procedures, referrals, and follow-up care.
  • Conducted initial and ongoing training for hearing screeners while ensuring adherence to screening protocols and organizational standards.
  • Maintained employee compliance records and ensured staff met MEDNAX, OSHA, HIPAA, Joint Commission, and facility requirements at all times.
  • Submitted invoices and expense documentation accurately and within required deadlines.
  • Maintained hearing screening equipment, coordinated annual calibrations, and communicated equipment concerns to vendors and management.
  • Organized and facilitated routine staff meetings to support communication, training, and program effectiveness.

Salary: $21 per hour

Job Type: 40 hours per week, Full-Time

Manager: Alicia Campos, (408) 497-9854

Guest Service Representative

Palomar Health
02.2018 - 10.2018
  • Created and maintained a safe, comfortable, confidential, patient centric environment for all of our guests and visitors.
  • Provided visitor support and management for all of our guests which included answering phones and managing risk phone escalations as appropriate for the patient units, greeting, as well as oversight of volunteer escort for guests on the units.
  • Monitored the central terraces and public areas in each unit, including consistent reinforcement of visitor guidelines.

Salary: $20 per hour

Job Type: 32 hours per week, Full-Time

Supervisor: Christina Sudak (760) 533-8396

Health Educator

Vista Community Clinic
08.2016 - 02.2018
  • Educated and consulted clients on birth control options, emergency contraceptives, sexually transmitted diseases, and reproductive health resources.
  • Maintained and enhanced the organization’s professional reputation through high-quality client care and effective communication.
  • Promoted teamwork, problem-solving, and staff empowerment to improve morale and operational efficiency within the facility.
  • Developed departmental goals, performance standards, policies, and procedures to support organizational objectives and quality patient care.
  • Managed daily nursing operations and patient care services, including financial oversight, quality assurance, risk management, facility maintenance, and staff satisfaction initiatives.
  • Created and maintained computerized record management systems to accurately process data, maintain records, and generate operational reports.

Salary: $17 per hour

Job Type: 32 hours per week, Full-Time

Supervisor: Karla Placencia, (760) 917-5932

Education

Master of Science - National Security

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05-2027

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology and Justice Studies

California State University San Marcos
San Marcos, CA
05.2021

High School Diploma - undefined

Escondido High School
Escondido, CA
06.2017

Skills

  • Emergency response training
  • Problem-solving
  • Knowledge of DC housing and social service systems
  • Crisis intervention and de-escalation
  • Strong communication and empathy
  • Organization and documentation skills
  • Ability to work with high-needs populations
  • Trauma-informed care experience
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Languages

Spanish: Advanced - Written, Read, and Spoken
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR
  • The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
  • Family Planning Health Educator Training
  • Address Confidentiality Program
  • Domestic Violence Advocate Core Competency Training

Timeline

Community Housing and Resource Navigator

District Alliance for Safe Housing
01.2026 - Current

MHT→Residential Supervisor→Transitional Supervisor

A Mission For Michael
01.2022 - 01.2026

Hearing Screening Supervisor

MEDNAX
11.2018 - 09.2020

Guest Service Representative

Palomar Health
02.2018 - 10.2018

Health Educator

Vista Community Clinic
08.2016 - 02.2018

High School Diploma - undefined

Escondido High School

Master of Science - National Security

Liberty University

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology and Justice Studies

California State University San Marcos