Esmeralda Ramirez Sanchez
Madison
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual CLTS Case Manager
Growing Community Services
Madison
02.2024 - Current
- Coordinated care plans for clients to address individual needs and challenges.
- Assessed client situations to identify appropriate resources and support services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive client care.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-ups and case reviews.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and service providers effectively.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and case updates consistently.
- Advocated for clients' rights and access to necessary community resources actively.
- Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
- Counseled clients on available resources within the community that could help meet their needs.
- Participated in regular team meetings and in-house training sessions to boost group effectiveness.
- Adhered to ethical principles and standards to protect clients' confidential information.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients who lacked access to reliable transportation.
- Assisted with applications for government benefits such as Medicaid or Social Security Disability Insurance.
Internship - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Intern
Quartz Health Solutions Inc.
Madison
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed weekly and monthly reading content for company intranet.
- Created marketing materials for company events to enhance engagement.
- Researched and organized learning materials focused on DEI&B initiatives.
- Supported planning and execution of employee resource group retreat activities.
- Assisted in drafting employee resource group handbook for internal distribution.
- Presented thematic analysis centered on inclusive leadership framework.
- Conducted training sessions for new hires on DEI&B, ERGs, and change management.
- Coordinated outreach to DEI&B speakers for company event participation.
Team Building and Character Development Assistant
PEOPLE Program
Madison
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Coordinated and executed various events targeting high school students.
- Prepared and executed events, including student transfers, with a focus on youth protection.
- Supervised PEOPLE Scholars, fostering diversity and inclusion through mentorship.
- Demonstrated quick decision-making during challenging situations at events.
High School Academic Tutor - LaFollette High School
PEOPLE Program
Madison
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Assist with Academic Lead with weekly community building and lessons.
- Help students with homework ranging in different subjects.
- Create a safe and welcoming environment for students attending the afterschool program.
Internship - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Assistant
Quartz Health Solutions Inc.
Madison
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Source candidates through ICIMS for open company positions
- File employee information using Microsoft Office for interview panel volunteer tracking.
- Interview employees, compile information, and present findings on Diversity Equity and Inclusion progress to update leaders on company standing.
Internship - Equity and Inclusion Intern
Dane County Office for Equity and Inclusion
Madison
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Led workplace etiquette assessment on Zoom for new Dane County Hires Orientation
- Reviewed and edited the Office yearly newsletter for quality and precision
- Formulated Dane County Hazard Mitigation Presentation and presented to Dane County Municipality leaders about Diversity and Equity.
- Spoke to Youth about microaggressions in the workplace
- Used Excel for ADA Client documentation streamlining the information collection process.
Caller
Badger Call
Madison
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Made calls to UW Madison Alumni
- Raised 2000 for UW Madison Student Scholarships allowing us to hit our goal in the annual "Fill the Hill" Fundraiser
- Maintained a courteous and professional demeanor when engaging with alumni.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Studies
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, Wisconsin12.2023
Skills
- Resource assessment
- Advocacy strategies
- Client relationship management
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Solution-oriented approach
- Cultural competence
- Empathy and compassion
- Social work
- Case management
- Client empowerment
- Case documentation
- Positive attitude
- Goal setting
- Relationship building
Leadership Experience
- Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority Inc. - Chi Chapter, Madison, Wisconsin, President, 08/21, 12/22, Leading chapter members with event planning, and overall organization upkeep, Scheduling weekly meetings and creating updated notes on Google Suite., Communicating with university organizations and the national organization to maintain chapter status and good standing.
- Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority Inc. - Chi Chapter, Madison, Wisconsin, Vice President, 02/20, 07/21, Created and executed chapter transition workshop and prepared members for their new positions, Completed Chapter Bi-Annual reports for the National Executive Board collecting and compiling information from different chairs, Stepped in for President when she was not available, completed tasks for vacant positions.
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
Alumna - Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority Inc.
Timeline
Bilingual CLTS Case Manager
Growing Community Services
02.2024 - Current
Internship - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Intern
Quartz Health Solutions Inc.
06.2023 - 12.2023
Team Building and Character Development Assistant
PEOPLE Program
06.2023 - 08.2023
High School Academic Tutor - LaFollette High School
PEOPLE Program
10.2022 - 05.2023
Internship - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Assistant
Quartz Health Solutions Inc.
06.2022 - 09.2022
Internship - Equity and Inclusion Intern
Dane County Office for Equity and Inclusion
06.2021 - 09.2021
Caller
Badger Call
09.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Studies
University of Wisconsin - Madison