Hiba Somo
El Cajon,California
Summary
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- Effective at developing classes and materials to educate students and support them throughout their educational path.
- Positive and friendly with good relationship-building and conflict resolution skills.
- Energetic individual highly skilled in student learning plans and curriculum oversight.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Community Liaison
Cajon Valley Unified School District
El Cajon, CA
11.2021 - Current
- Assist in establishing and maintaining direct communication between the school and students’ family.
- Attends a variety of workshops, conferences, seminars, and community meetings/events, as required for the purpose of receiving and/or presenting information.
- Collaborates with the school staff for the purpose of developing programs and classes to support non-English speaking parents and students.
- Assist staff and/or families in identifying and meeting student needs in the areas of health, welfare, academics and guidance by working directly with students and/or families
- Coordinates parental participation, organizes meetings and educational classes for program participants and encourages leadership for the purpose of developing parenting skills, understanding of school processes and parent/student success.
- Interact with students and families by telephone, during meetings, home visits to provide information and assistance regarding attendance and academic expectations an requirements.
Special Education Classroom Assistant
Cajon Valley Unified School District
El Cajon, CA
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
- Assist in use sign language as required; administer first aid and CPR as required and assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment for students and staff.
Social Work/Case Management Social Worker
ELM ADULT DAY CARE HEALTH CENTER (CBAS)
El Cajon, CA
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Interviewed potential clients to confirm eligibility and completed psychosocial assessments.
- Participated in diagnosis and development of appropriate treatment plans.
- Provided and documented patient's ongoing care in accordance with policies and board of social work standards.
- Interpreted and explained treatment and benefit programs to clients.
- Doing an initial home visit, writing a brief description, and immediately report to the APS hotline for any suspicion of adult abuse.
Child Protective Services Social Worker
COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO-CHILD WELFARE SERVICES
El Cajon, CA
04.2017 - 05.2019
- Attended court proceedings, submitted documents and offered testimony.
- Maintained case records and legal documentation.
- Responded to claims of abuse, neglect or safety concerns immediately.
- Developed plans to strengthen family units.
- Visited homes, inspected surroundings and interviewed family members.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Family Support Partner/Case Manager Specialist
HOME START-COMMUNITY SERVICES FOR FAMILIES
El Cajon, CA
05.2015 - 03.2017
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Developed and created programs and monitored effectiveness against individual participant needs.
- Oversaw staff development through in-depth trainings, workshops, seminars and other learning opportunities.
- Referred families to shelters, legal resources and educational programs.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Education
Credential - School Counselor
Brandman University
San Diego, CA04.2023
Master of Arts - Education With Concentration in Counseling
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2015
Skills
● Managing time, organizing tasks, and effective communication skills
● Paying meticulous attention to details to operate a peaceful environment
● Collaborating with team members by providing support and assistance
● Knowledge of operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications
● Experience working with disabled children, older adults, and vulnerable families
● Experience in translating and interpreting (English, Arabic, Chaldean, and American Sign Language)
● Thriving in a fast-paced environment
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Chaldean
Native or Bilingual
American Sign Language
Professional Working
Timeline
Bilingual Community Liaison
Cajon Valley Unified School District
11.2021 - Current
Special Education Classroom Assistant
Cajon Valley Unified School District
01.2021 - 10.2021
Social Work/Case Management Social Worker
ELM ADULT DAY CARE HEALTH CENTER (CBAS)
06.2019 - 01.2021
Child Protective Services Social Worker
COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO-CHILD WELFARE SERVICES
04.2017 - 05.2019
Family Support Partner/Case Manager Specialist
HOME START-COMMUNITY SERVICES FOR FAMILIES
05.2015 - 03.2017
Credential - School Counselor
Brandman University
Master of Arts - Education With Concentration in Counseling
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
San Diego State University
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