Edras Galvez
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Well-versed at liaising with clients to foster access to community resources, treatment and assistance programs. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acoustical Sound Engineer
LA Sound Panels
01.2019 - Current
- Maintained schedule of appointments with eye for both quality and speed of service.
- Calculated materials and time needed for each job.
- Kept detailed track of daily work orders and progress in SketchUp, adapting plans based on progress and customer needs.
- Communicated quickly and accurately with supervisors about problematic sites, missed installations or other issues.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain business information and key data informing responses to development requests.
- Performed general office duties, including answering multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting clients.
- Worked closely with coworkers to strategically plan for company growth.
- Worked closely with manager to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operation.
- Collaborated with production teams to create high-quality soundtracks for films and television shows.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently while meeting deadlines and maintaining attention to detail in final deliverables.
Medical Social Worker Intern
Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles Medical Center
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Empowered families by providing emotional support, counseling, and psychoeducation during challenging medical situations.
- Improved interdisciplinary collaboration by actively participating in interdisciplinary team meetings and contributing valuable input.
- Participated in clinical supervision sessions, reflecting on practice experiences and seeking feedback from peers and supervisors to continually refine professional skills and knowledge.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, ethical guidelines pertaining to medical social work practice through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to develop treatment plans addressing both physical and psychosocial needs of patients.
- Educated patients and families on advance care planning options, facilitating informed decision-making about end-of-life care preferences.
- Completed thorough documentation of all clinical activities in accordance with organizational policies and professional standards.
- Connected patients with appropriate community resources, facilitating access to financial assistance, housing, and support groups.
- Provided counseling to individuals and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
Parent-Family Coach
LIFT Los Angeles
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Offered resources and guidance to identify challenges and set goals through virtual coaching.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Implemented time management strategies to ensure full caseloads were effectively managed, maintaining high-quality care for all clients.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Performed assessments of client situations, limitations and issues related to socioeconomic, family-centered and cultural needs.
- Implement care plans to address the individual's needs of those assigned as caseload.
- Utilized electronic record software to prepare reports, correspondences and other required documentation.
Volunteer
Isla Vista Youth Project
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Aided the family resource coordinator to maintain a hygienic environment
- Translated Spanish to English to volunteers who did not speak Spanish
- Stimulated kids to be active during playtime and introduced new interactive games
- Encouraged socialization and engagement through art, music, and social activities.
- Utilized positive reinforcement method to redirect poor behavior
- Met with other volunteers and program leaders to discuss new service opportunities.
- Greeted visitors and answered questions about program, requirements and opportunities.
- Provided immediate responses to questions from volunteers.
Active Member /Fellowship Vice President
Alpha Phi Omega
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Planned and delivered numerous activities and special events for programs and services.
- Initiated on-time, under-budget project management to optimize performance.
- Coordinated general body meetings.
- Implemented new interactive social events for rush week to increase membership
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Tracked volunteer hours in spreadsheets.
- Maximized team knowledge and productivity by effectively training, monitoring and directing members in application of best practices and regulatory protocols.
- Assisted individuals in navigating processes and procedures to resolve issues, understand rights and express views.
- Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make a difference in Santa Barbara community
- Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Volunteer Activities Coordinator
Keep Youth Doing Something
09.2011 - 03.2012
- Coached, instructed and supervised participating youths through collaborative efforts with like-minded, creative and poised team members.
- Organized and managed special events such as Denim Day/Kick Butts Day and service projects to build leadership and acquire advocacy skills
- Met with other volunteers and program leaders to discuss new service opportunities.
- Provided guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Assisted program manager with planning and fundraising responsibilities.
- Worked with program supervisors to implement changes to better serve target groups.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05.2024
Associate of Arts - Social Welfare
Los Angeles Valley College
Valley Glen, CA06.2021
Associate of Arts - General Studies: Social And Behavioral Science
Los Angeles Valley College
Valley Glen, CA06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.2018
Skills
- Psychosocial assessment
- Family Support
- Crisis Intervention
- Clinical Documentation
- Schedule and calendar management
- Referrals and Case Management
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Oral and Written Communication
- Bilingual: Fluent in Spanish and English
- Motivational Interviewing
- Life Skills Development
- Peer Coaching
Certification
- Associate Clinical Social Worker- #122996, CA Board of Behavioral Science - Exp. June 30, 2025
Timeline
Medical Social Worker Intern
Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles Medical Center
08.2023 - 04.2024
Parent-Family Coach
LIFT Los Angeles
08.2022 - 08.2023
Acoustical Sound Engineer
LA Sound Panels
01.2019 - Current
Volunteer
Isla Vista Youth Project
09.2016 - 06.2018
Active Member /Fellowship Vice President
Alpha Phi Omega
09.2016 - 06.2018
Volunteer Activities Coordinator
Keep Youth Doing Something
09.2011 - 03.2012
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Southern California
Associate of Arts - Social Welfare
Los Angeles Valley College
Associate of Arts - General Studies: Social And Behavioral Science
Los Angeles Valley College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California, Santa Barbara
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