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Work History
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Dianna Sallaberry

Reno,NV

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of elderly and disabled individuals. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to inspiring community service.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Worklife Consultant

CVS Health/Aetna Medicare
08.2021 - Current

Department-Resources for Living

2023-present

  • Assessed, identified, and referred 839 elderly and disabled clients' to community resources, social services, and medical assistance programs since January of 2024 alone.
  • Educate seniors and their loved ones on senior living choices and provide resources to support their care.

Department-Employee Assistance Program

Worklife Analyst-2022-2023

  • Conducted needs-based assessments for employees of Fortune 500 Companies, such as Walmart, Amazon, and Costco.
  • Assisted clients' in accessing services and benefits by providing education and information about community resources and public assistance programs.

Department-DSNP Dual Special Needs Program, Nevada and California Markets

Care Coordinator-2021-2022

  • Conducted needs based, medical/mental health, and socioeconomic assessments to develop and implement care plans for clients' with complex medical conditions, cognitive and functional impairments, and significant long-term care needs.
  • Assisted clients' in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other support services.
  • Monitored clients' progress and adapted care plans to meet changing needs.
  • Collaborated with other professionals of an interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care for clients'.
  • Served as mentor and trainer to new care coordinators, analyzed current workflows to streamline processes, and created training.

Suicide and Crisis Interventionist

Crisis Support Services of Nevada
08.2019 - 06.2021
  • Offered supportive counseling and crisis intervention to individuals in crisis.
  • Completed evidence-based interventions in crisis situations to diffuse tensions, prevent self- harm and violence.
  • Determined emergency response prioritization to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS.
  • Evaluated clients’ social, emotional, medical, and psychological needs to identify community resources and connect with appropriate services.

Victim Advocate Case Manager

Community Services Agency
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Supported and educated victims on legal and court processes, assisted in filing law enforcement, TPO, EPO, APS, CPS reports, and complete VOCA compensation forms.
  • Accompanied clients to court to clarify processes and procedures and provide emotional support.
  • Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal, and medical services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
  • Constructed referral list of agencies and community resources for victims' to provide aftercare services.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
  • Spearheaded program awareness through outreach to local, state, and government agencies.
  • Created training material for staff.
  • Created pamphlets and other education materials to promote awareness and program services.

Outreach Coordinator

Eye Care Professionals
01.2002 - 01.2018
  • Provided expert services as the organization's ambassador; actively promoted and advocated for mission and community presence. Gathered required data and information with a concentrated focus on clients, events, and venues.
  • Built and strengthened productive partnerships with more than 50 organizations in Northern Nevada and Northern California.
  • Formulated and executed plans to organize and market events to confirm successful outcomes.
  • Designed, employed, and supervised programs, encompassing administration, budgeting, personnel management, and post- event analysis.

Ophthalmic Tech/Manager

  • Orchestrated seamless clinical operations with precision, resulting in streamlined and efficient healthcare delivery.
  • Adopted best practices and procedures to assure effective management of recruitment, training, supervision, and mentorship of staff and practitioners.
  • Directed, enhanced, and managed operations to elevate quality and optimize workflow.
  • Set clear accountability and performance objectives, delivering impactful coaching and fostering staff development.
  • Defined, developed, and introduced employee retention programs to achieve higher staff retention rates.
  • Devised and implemented extensive training protocols to guarantee the provision of top-tier client care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology I/O

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
09-2020

Skills

  • Organizational Development
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Social Services
  • Resource Coordination

Volunteer Work

Senior Outreach Social Services Volunteer 2018-2019

Fundraiser - Association of the Blind-Northern Nevada Chapter 2016-2017

Additional Information

Affiliations

National Association of Social Workers, August 2020 to Present

National Association of Social Workers-Nevada Chapter, August 2020 to Present

American Business Women’s Association- August 2020 to present


References

Sarah Jones- Current Manager, CVS Health-570-972-9712


Gene Dobrynski-Manager, Crisis Support Services of Nevada- 775-737-3569


Donna Davis- Manager, Eye Care Professionals- 775-240-6420

Timeline

Worklife Consultant

CVS Health/Aetna Medicare
08.2021 - Current

Victim Advocate Case Manager

Community Services Agency
04.2020 - 04.2021

Suicide and Crisis Interventionist

Crisis Support Services of Nevada
08.2019 - 06.2021

Outreach Coordinator

Eye Care Professionals
01.2002 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Psychology I/O

Walden University
Dianna Sallaberry