Hardworking and bilingual woman with a diverse background in service, social work, and legal administration, seeking to leverage my skills to empower students in my school district. Passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners and eager to contribute to a thriving classroom environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Server / Bartender -
Ay Jalisco Mexican Restaurant
Vero Beach, FL
07.2017 - Current
Assisted in training new servers.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
Social Worker Intern -
Phoenix Rising Wellness Center
Vero Beach, FL
08.2021 - 12.2021
Facilitated group therapy sessions to discuss addiction-related topics.
Supported clients in developing strategies for managing cravings and avoiding relapse triggers.
Guided clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with problems.
Created lesson plans and activities for every group session.
Paralegal Assistant -
Charles E. Jarrell, P.A. Law Firm
Vero Beach, FL
07.2019 - 08.2021
Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high volume calls.
Reviewed legal documents for accuracy and completeness.
Organized case files, including maintaining filing systems, photocopying documents and scanning records into databases.
Conducted factual investigations by interviewing witnesses and obtaining relevant records from public agencies or private organizations.
Maintained contact with clients regarding case updates or changes in procedures.
In charged of billing and taking payments.
Provided administrative support to lawyer by scheduling appointments and setting up court hearings.
Office Manager -
Indian River Health Center (Chiropractic)
Vero Beach, FL
03.2017 - 07.2019
Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed calendars.
Organized patient files and maintained accurate records.
Processed payments, invoices, credit card transactions and insurance claims.
Verified insurance coverage for treatments.
Provided support to the chiropractor with patient care needs.
Handled billing inquiries from patients or insurance companies.
Kept current on all HIPAA regulations related to patient privacy rights.
Interviewed patients to complete case histories and intake forms.
Education
Associate of Science - Social And Human Services
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL
12-2021
Skills
Professional Customer Service
Office Administration
Fluent in English and Spanish
Compassionate Care
Record Keeping and Confidentiality
Timeline
Social Worker Intern -
Phoenix Rising Wellness Center
08.2021 - 12.2021
Paralegal Assistant -
Charles E. Jarrell, P.A. Law Firm
07.2019 - 08.2021
Server / Bartender -
Ay Jalisco Mexican Restaurant
07.2017 - Current
Office Manager -
Indian River Health Center (Chiropractic)
03.2017 - 07.2019
Associate of Science - Social And Human Services
Indian River State College
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