Hardworking and reliable professional with a strong background in ASL interpretation and public service. Offering exceptional interpersonal and soft skills. Highly organized, proactive, and punctual, with a team-oriented mentality.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Services Technician
County of Santa Clara, Social Services Agency
San Jose, CA
11.2023 - Current
Provided technical support for client inquiries and service requests.
Registered and processed public benefits applications (Medi-Cal, CalFresh, General Assistance).
Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and service outcomes.
Trained new staff on software systems and customer service protocols.
Provide ASL interpretation for dead/hard of hearing clients
Efficient operation of a variety of standard office machines.
Clerk II, ASL Interpreter
County of Alameda
03.2016 - Current
Interpreted conversations, instructions, inquiries, and meetings for deaf or hard-of-hearing clients.
Clarified issues related to the meanings of words, concepts, practices, or behaviors.
Defined the translation needs of over 200 clients.
Evenly distribute applicable caseloads to social workers in various units.
Performed a wide range of clerical duties, including intake, case routing, scanning and retrieval, and data entry.
Peer Counselor/Information & Referral Specialist
Center for Independent Living
08.2011 - 03.2016
Planned service activities to promote community interaction, such as travel training and peer support groups.
Provided emotional support to individuals navigating independent living challenges.
Assisted clients in developing personalized goals for independent living success through client-specific Independent Living Plans.
Collaborated with local organizations to promote awareness of disability rights.
Maintained accurate records of case notes and client progress reports.
Education
Diploma in Audio - Audio Engineering
SAE Expression
Emeryville, CA
12.2022
Graduate Certificate - Environmental Engineering
Laney College
Oakland, CA
05-2012
Graduate Certificate - Business Administration And Management
Keystone Job Corps Center
Drums, PA
06-1999
High School Diploma -
Olney High School
Philadelphia, PA
06-1998
Skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Fluent in American Sign Language, county-certified
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and various database management software
Adaptable professional
Exceptional customer service abilities and typing skills, 45 WPM
Timeline
Client Services Technician
County of Santa Clara, Social Services Agency
11.2023 - Current
Clerk II, ASL Interpreter
County of Alameda
03.2016 - Current
Peer Counselor/Information & Referral Specialist
Center for Independent Living
08.2011 - 03.2016
Diploma in Audio - Audio Engineering
SAE Expression
Graduate Certificate - Environmental Engineering
Laney College
Graduate Certificate - Business Administration And Management
Benefits Eligibility Social Worker at County of Santa Clara, Social Services AgencyBenefits Eligibility Social Worker at County of Santa Clara, Social Services Agency
Nursing Assistant/PCC at JOSEPHINE’S PROFESSIONAL STAFFING, Lucile Packard Children’s HospitalNursing Assistant/PCC at JOSEPHINE’S PROFESSIONAL STAFFING, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital