Gilberto Delgadillo
Clinical Counseling graduate student at Alliant International University with a professional background in social work, case management, community outreach, healthcare coordination, and correctional operations. Experienced in building supportive relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness and complex psychosocial challenges, coordinating access to healthcare and community resources, and maintaining professional documentation. Former Correctional Officer at Salinas Valley State Prison with firsthand experience in correctional operations, behavioral observation, institutional safety, and working with incarcerated individuals. Seeking a clinical counseling practicum placement to develop clinical interviewing, assessment, case conceptualization, and counseling intervention skills under qualified supervision. Interested in correctional mental health, rehabilitation, substance use recovery, and trauma-informed care. To obtain a supervised clinical counseling practicum that provides opportunities to develop clinical interviewing, assessment, case conceptualization, treatment planning, and counseling intervention skills. Committed to learning from experienced clinicians, applying graduate-level education, and developing the competencies necessary to provide ethical, culturally responsive, and client-centered counseling services. Particularly interested in correctional mental health, rehabilitation, substance use recovery, and behavioral health services.
Work History
Social Worker
1 Year 5 Months- Establish supportive, professional relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness and complex psychosocial challenges.
- Collaborate with clients to identify personal goals, address barriers, and develop individualized recovery and service plans.
- Connect clients with housing resources, public assistance programs, healthcare providers, and community-based services.
- Coordinate with physical and behavioral healthcare teams to facilitate access to medical appointments, healthcare services, and Medi-Cal resources.
- Conduct community outreach to tent encampments throughout Salinas to engage individuals and connect them with appropriate support services.
- Provide client-centered assistance that promotes dignity, self-determination, personal strengths, and independence.
- Maintain accurate case notes, client records, databases, and service documentation in accordance with agency policies and applicable requirements.
- Collaborate with community partners to address barriers to housing stability, healthcare access, and overall well-being.
Security Officer
2 Years 8 Months- Helped maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff, and healthcare professionals.
- Responded to safety concerns and challenging situations using professional communication, sound judgment, and established procedures.
- Observed behavior and environmental conditions to identify potential risks and communicate concerns appropriately.
- Prepared detailed incident reports and maintained accurate documentation.
- Interacted professionally with individuals from diverse backgrounds in a healthcare setting.
Correctional Officer
4 Months- Supervised incarcerated individuals while maintaining institutional safety, professional boundaries, and established procedures.
- Observed individual and group behavior and reported concerns relevant to safety and facility operations.
- Escorted incarcerated individuals to and from housing units, court proceedings, medical facilities, and appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency counts in accordance with institutional procedures.
- Prepared and maintained reports, activity logs, records, and required documentation.
- Developed firsthand familiarity with correctional operations and the professional responsibilities involved in working with incarcerated individuals.
Security Officer
6 Months- Conducted facility patrols and monitored hospital areas to promote a safe environment.
- Assisted with visitor access, identified potential safety concerns, and documented incidents.
- Communicated professionally with patients, visitors, and staff.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Counseling
Completed Graduate Coursework
- Chemical Dependence and Addiction Issues
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Counseling Theories
- Lifespan Development
- Professional Counseling Orientation, Law, and Ethics
- Psychopharmacology