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Education
Skills
Certification
Selected Achievements
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Diana Marcela Silva R

WorkSource Montgomery
Germantown,MD
Diana Marcela Silva R

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteHybrid

Location:

Germantown, MD

Open to relocation:

Yes

Minimum Desired Compensation

$85000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leave401k match
17
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Bilingual (Spanish/English) human-services professional with 3+ years of experience in career coaching and 5+ years in case management and community engagement. Skilled in conducting assessments, supporting employment readiness, coordinating referrals, and guiding clients through individualized service plans. Brings 18+ years of customer service and stakeholder relationship expertise, ensuring empathetic communication, barrier identification, and high-quality support for diverse populations. Adept at documentation, progress tracking, and cross-agency collaboration within fast paced social services environments.

Work History

Career Advisor Coach

2 Years 8 Months
WorkSource Montgomery | 02.2024 - Current
  • Provided career coaching and employment‑readiness support to 200+ students and families annually.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for students and families, providing clear guidance through eligibility steps, documentation requirements, and onboarding into programs.
  • Facilitated weekly workshops reaching 20–40 participants per session.
  • Maintain accurate records, data entry, and reporting aligned with MCPS and WSM standards.
  • Maintained 100% compliance with MCPS and WSM documentation standards.
  • Coordinated referrals to community resources, increasing service completion rates by 25%.
  • Organized workshops focused on essential job-seeking skills such as resume writing, interviewing techniques, and networking strategies.
  • Developed customized job search strategies for clients facing unique challenges such as extended gaps in employment or career transitions.
  • Established strong relationships with local employers, expanding networking opportunities for clients seeking new career paths.
  • Partnered with educational institutions offering programs related to professional development activities designed to enhance employability skills.
  • Increased overall client satisfaction by consistently delivering timely feedback on resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles.
  • Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
  • Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
  • Developed and delivered presentations to educate clients on topics related to coaching.

Program Manager, Community Engagement

2 Years 1 Month
Identity, Inc | 12.2021 - 01.2024

Oversaw documentation and compliance for 300+ youth and families across multiple programs.

  • Supervised a team of 5–10 staff and interns, ensuring consistent 100% accuracy in case documentation.
  • Managed partnerships with 15+ community organizations, expanding access to employment and stabilization resources.
  • Led community engagement events with 300+ attendees, ensuring seamless logistics and partner coordination.
  • Coordinated logistics, vendor agreements, and service delivery with external partners.
  • Enhanced project visibility with regular status updates, leading to increased stakeholder engagement.
  • Conducted assessments and follow‑ups for 150+ clients annually, improving program retention by 20%.
  • Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
  • Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports for clients.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.

Case Manager, Parent Outreach

2 Years 11 Months
Identity, Inc | 01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Managed a caseload of 80–120 families, ensuring timely completion of eligibility, recertification, and service plans.
  • Coordinated referrals to workforce, housing, and mental‑health services, increasing resource utilization by 35%.
  • Maintained detailed case notes and reporting with 100% compliance across all audits.
  • Provided crisis intervention and conflict resolution for 10–15 cases per week, improving client stability and engagement.
  • Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
  • Strengthened relationships with community organizations to increase access to supportive resources for clients in need.
  • Promoted a safe environment for vulnerable populations by reporting suspected abuse or neglect.
  • Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Facilitated workshops on life skills, contributing to improved self-sufficiency of clients.

Sales Manager

6 Years 8 Months
SALES & MARKETING EXPERIENCE (Colombia) | 07.2009 - 03.2016
  • Developed and executed targeted marketing strategies that increased client inquiries by 25–40% and boosted event bookings by 20–30%.
  • Built and maintained relationships with 30–50 corporate clients, tourism agencies, and vendors, expanding service offerings and securing recurring contracts.
  • Prepared 50+ customized sales proposals, pricing packages, and service presentations annually, improving conversion rates and client acquisition.
  • Analyzed customer feedback and event outcomes to refine service delivery, increasing satisfaction scores by 15–20% and strengthening repeat business.
  • Developed territory plans aligned with revenue goals and market opportunities.
  • Coordinated sales forecasts, reporting, and performance tracking for leadership review.
  • Trained sales staff on product knowledge, CRM updates, and objection handling.
  • Collaborated with marketing and operations to align campaign execution with sales targets.

Education

Registered Apprenticeship in Career Coaching

U.S. Department of Labor | 10-2024

Completed a Maryland Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship in Career Coaching, focused on vocational guidance, career‑pathway exploration, client intake, documentation, and cross‑agency coordination to support employment and training outcomes.

Diplomado En Enseñanza De Español Como Lengua Extranjera

Universidad Externado De Colombia | 09-2017

Completed a professional diploma in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE), with training in instructional strategies, learner assessment, curriculum development, and culturally responsive communication.

Some College (No Degree)

UNITEC University

Hospitality and Tourism Management studies focused on service operations, event coordination, customer experience, and organizational logistics, with coursework in hospitality marketing, service quality, and business communication.

Business Administration

EAN University

Business Administration studies emphasizing communication, client relations, process coordination, and organizational operations, with training in marketing, service management, and leadership.

Skills

Career Coaching & Employment Readiness
Individualized Service Plans (ISP) / Client Intake & Eligibility Verification
Crisis Response & De-escalation & Trauma-Informed Support
Spanish/English Bilingual Communication
Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
Electronic File Management (AODOCS equivalent)
Data Entry & Reporting Systems (YARDI equivalent)

Certification

  • HIPAA Training
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Project Management (Coursera)
  • Certifications in youth development, compliance, customer service, and restorative practices

Selected Achievements

  • Managed 80–120 active cases at a time while maintaining 100% compliance with documentation and reporting requirements.
  • Reduced onboarding delays by implementing structured communication and proactive follow-up with clients.
  • Delivered presentations and group sessions to 200+ students and families, improving program clarity and engagement.
  • Supervised staff and interns, achieving consistent documentation accuracy across multiple programs.
  • Coordinated community engagement events with 300+ attendees, ensuring seamless logistics and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Increased event satisfaction scores in hospitality roles through improved vendor coordination and customer service.
  • Supported marketing efforts that contributed to growth in client bookings and expanded partnerships with local vendors.

Timeline

Career Advisor Coach

WorkSource Montgomery
02.2024 - CurrentRead More

Program Manager, Community Engagement

Identity, Inc
12.2021 - 01.2024Read More

Case Manager, Parent Outreach

Identity, Inc
01.2019 - 12.2021Read More

Sales Manager

SALES & MARKETING EXPERIENCE (Colombia)
07.2009 - 03.2016Read More

U.S. Department of Labor

Registered Apprenticeship in Career Coaching
Read More

Universidad Externado De Colombia

Diplomado En Enseñanza De Español Como Lengua Extranjera
Read More

UNITEC University

Some College (No Degree)
Read More

EAN University

Business Administration
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Diana Marcela Silva R