Gabriela Quezada
Cudahy,California
Summary
Passionate school advocate motivated to positively impact individuals with knowledgeable and caring legal support. Never shies away from assignments and always goes beyond requirements to make lasting difference. Offers excellent multitasking and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
HealthCare Partners
01.2021 - Current
School Advocate
Ellen Ochoa Learning Center
01.2023 - 11.2024
- Worked effectively with fellow team members to coordinate effective solutions to any question or concern.
- Delivered friendly service and offered expert support in every interaction.
- Assisted with applications and collected required paperwork to help individuals register for supportive services.
- Advocated for policy changes by participating in legislative hearings, using legal expertise to influence public policy.
- Led community outreach initiatives, providing pro bono services that increased access to legal assistance for underserved communities.
- Kept up-to-date on case progress by frequently reviewing records and reporting findings to clients.
- Conducted comprehensive client interviews, gathering relevant information to build a strong case foundation.
- Greeted and welcomed new patients, assisting with orientation of programming schedule and rules.
- Conducted pre-screening activities to determine eligibility for supportive services.
- Secured favorable outcomes in high-profile cases by meticulously preparing for each trial and crafting compelling arguments.
- Negotiated favorable settlements, avoiding costly and prolonged litigation for numerous clients.
Social Work Manager
Partners in Care Foundation
01.2023 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with school personnel to identify students in need of social work services and develop individualized interventions.
- Updated professional knowledge by attending conferences, workshops, seminars related to social work practice developments in the field.
- Mentored new social work interns by providing guidance on best practices within the field of elementary school social work.
- Contributed to clinical research projects by collecting data on patient outcomes and satisfaction with social work services.
- Mentored junior staff members by sharing knowledge of effective social work practices and providing constructive feedback on performance.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in social work practice and relevant industry trends.
- Mentored new social work interns by providing guidance on best practices within the school setting while promoting professional growth opportunities for others.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all social work interventions in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
- Provided clinical supervision to social work interns, helping them develop their professional identity and hone their therapeutic skills.
- Presented findings from research projects at conferences focused on social work practice with reintegrating populations, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.
- Engaged in continuous professional development through attending workshops, seminars, and conferences related to social work practice.
- Mentored new social work staff by sharing best practices, offering guidance on case management techniques and helping to navigate the organizational structure.
- Increased community engagement by organizing outreach events, workshops, and presentations to promote social work programs and services.
Behavioral Interventionist
Holding Hands
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Promoted self-advocacy skills among clients by providing information, tools, and encouragement to make informed decisions.
- Optimized service delivery by regularly evaluating program effectiveness using qualitative data analysis methods.
- Advanced cultural competence within the organization through training and consultation on diversity issues.
- Elevated team performance by providing ongoing supervision, professional development opportunities, and constructive feedback to case management staff.
- Bolstered client safety by swiftly identifying and addressing potential risks or instances of abuseneglect.
- Empowered clients to achieve greater independence by facilitating skill-building workshops covering topics such as budgeting, job searching, and conflict resolution.
- Strengthened organizational partnerships through effective communication, collaboration, and mutual goal-setting with external agencies.
- Streamlined case management processes by implementing efficient documentation practices and utilizing appropriate technology.
- Reduced recidivism rates through targeted interventions focused on addressing underlying factors contributing to repeated crises.
Social Service Assistant
Thomas House Shelter
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Advising: Informing clients and families about available resources
- Planning: Creating or following care plans with social workers
- Advocating: Researching and referring clients to community resources, such as healthcare, food stamps, and childcare
- Completing paperwork: Helping clients apply for assistance programs
Teachers assistant
Ellen Ochoa Learning Center
06.2017 - 12.2018
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities
- Aended training classes, parent conferences, and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress
- Supervised residential and day treatment children during class and on field trips
- Supported instructor with test administration, curriculum development and assignment grading
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and seing up equipment
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
Education
Bachelors - Sociology
Cal State, University Long Beach
East Los Angeles 06.2024
Associates Degree - Psychology/ Child Development
East Los Angeles College
East Los Angeles 06.2023
Associate of Arts: AA - Psychology
East Los Angeles College
08.2021
Certificate of Achievement -
CSU General education Breadth
01.2021
Skills
- Communication Skills
- People skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Networking
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPR certification
- Behavioral Technician
- CNA Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Behavioral Interventionist
Holding Hands
02.2023 - 11.2023
School Advocate
Ellen Ochoa Learning Center
01.2023 - 11.2024
Social Work Manager
Partners in Care Foundation
01.2023 - 11.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
HealthCare Partners
01.2021 - Current
Social Service Assistant
Thomas House Shelter
01.2019 - 05.2022
Teachers assistant
Ellen Ochoa Learning Center
06.2017 - 12.2018
Associate of Arts: AA - Psychology
East Los Angeles College
Bachelors - Sociology
Cal State, University Long Beach
Associates Degree - Psychology/ Child Development
East Los Angeles College
Certificate of Achievement -
CSU General education Breadth
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