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Esmeralda Canela

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Diligent Social Work Intern with aptitude for effectively communicating with clients. Assisting clients to develop life skills and coping mechanisms. Well-versed in applying conflict resolution techniques to mediate peer concerns.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychiatric Social Work Intern, PPSC

LAUSD School of Mental Health Department
Los Angeles, CA
08.2023 - Current

I am providing crisis intervention services to patients experiencing acute mental health issues.

I have facilitated group therapy sessions for individuals with behavioral health disorders.

I have participated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients.

I am participating in regular case reviews and presented progress updates on assigned cases.

I am maintaining accurate records of client interactions and progress towards goals.

I am providing clients counseling through individual sessions on topics such as stress management, anger control, communication skills and substance abuse prevention.

I am encouraging clients to develop healthy coping strategies such as exercise, relaxation techniques and journaling.

I have assessed patient needs and developed individualized treatment plans accordingly.

Preschool Teacher

Argo Navis School
Los Angeles, CA
08.2022 - 08.2023

Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.

Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.

Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and

developed strategies to improve assistance.

Early Education Teacher Associate

Pilgrim School
Los Angeles, CA
10.2021 - 08.2022

Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and

reinforcing positive behaviors.

Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.

Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.

Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.

Accounting Booth Clerk

Superior Grocers
Los Angeles, CA
06.2019 - 12.2021

Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance and answered questions to build rapport and retention.

Collected room deposits, fees and payments.

Tracked sales and service records in computer system.

Resolved customer conflicts using expert knowledge of company operations and savvy communication skills.

Substitute Preschool Teacher

Child Care Careers
Los Angeles, CA
05.2021 - 10.2021

Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain

consistent schedules.

Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive

reinforcement strategies.

Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.

Explored different teaching strategies according to the needs of each child in the class.

Education

Master of Social Work -

California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson
05-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Child Development

California State University, Los Angeles
5154 State University Dr, Los Angeles, CA 91754
05-2022

Skills

  • Clear and Direct Communication
  • Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity

Certification

  • Grief and Loss Training
  • Inclusive and Affirming Schools Training
  • Second Step Training
  • Positive Behavior Interventions and Support Training
  • SARB/SART Training

Accomplishments

  • 3.820 GPA, Magna Cum Laude, CSULA

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Psychiatric Social Work Intern, PPSC

LAUSD School of Mental Health Department
08.2023 - Current

Preschool Teacher

Argo Navis School
08.2022 - 08.2023

Early Education Teacher Associate

Pilgrim School
10.2021 - 08.2022

Substitute Preschool Teacher

Child Care Careers
05.2021 - 10.2021

Accounting Booth Clerk

Superior Grocers
06.2019 - 12.2021

Master of Social Work -

California State University, Dominguez Hills

Bachelor of Arts - Child Development

California State University, Los Angeles
Esmeralda Canela