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Irma Magana

Irma Magana

Administration/Social Services
Fillmore,CA
If You Can DREAM It, You Can Do It.
-WALT DISNEY

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance and committed to inspiring community service.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Property Management Administrator

Area Housing Authority of Ventura County
02.2022 - Current
  • Provide training and support to all site managers in the field
  • Facilitate assistance with resources and referrals to all resident needs
  • Assist residents with new lease signings, maintenance repairs and conduct unit inspections
  • Address all tenant concerns
  • Conduct regular resident file audits
  • Stay consistent with Lease enforcement
  • Streamlined property management processes for increased efficiency and cost savings.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to both current and prospective tenants, fostering a positive living environment.
  • Maintained strong relationships with vendors, enabling prompt resolution of service issues.
  • Ensured compliance with local laws and regulations through diligent record-keeping and regular inspections.
  • Facilitated smooth move-in and move-out processes for tenants; ensured timely turnover of vacant units to minimize rental income loss.
  • Enhanced communication between tenants and management by implementing an online portal for submitting maintenance requests and rent payments
  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
  • Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
  • Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.

Property Site Manager

Area Housing Authority of Ventura County
09.2020 - Current
  • Provide direct services and resources to clients receiving housing assistance
  • Involve individuals in all activities held at properties to keep them active and involved in their communities
  • Document and monitor work order requests in a timely manner
  • Provide recertification services information and resources to elderly adults and families
  • Conduct communication with residents in a professional and ethical manner
  • Lease Enforcement.
  • Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
  • Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.
  • Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices.
  • Managed subcontractors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to project timelines and specifications.
  • Improved client satisfaction with timely project completion through effective communication and coordination among team members.
  • Established clear lines of communication among various departments involved in the construction process to ensure seamless collaboration toward shared objectives.
  • Ensured compliance with local regulations, obtaining necessary permits and coordinating inspections throughout the construction process.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Resident Services Coordinator

Area Housing Authority of Ventura County
08.2018 - Current
  • Provide direct services and resources to clients receiving public housing assistance, clients with acute medical disabilities
  • Provide behavior services, training for independent living, supportive living
  • Facilitate health services workshops to seniors in public housing
  • Involve individuals in all aspects of person-centered planning and support activities
  • Document and monitor services and support in a timely manner
  • Provide relevant services information and resources to elderly adults with disabilities
  • Conduct activities coordination and events in a professional and ethical manner
  • Develop and maintain good relationships with community members, businesses, agencies, and service vendors.
  • Coordinated with local agencies to provide essential services for residents, such as healthcare, transportation, and financial assistance.
  • Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance available resources for residents.
  • Improved overall community atmosphere by organizing social, recreational, and educational programs for residents.
  • Managed accurate record-keeping systems to track resident interactions, incidents, and program participation effectively.
  • Increased resident retention rates through consistent follow-up on service requests and proactive problem-solving efforts.
  • Continuously sought professional development opportunities in order to stay current on industry trends and best practices while implementing new strategies within the community.
  • Implemented innovative strategies to increase resident engagement in community activities and initiatives.
  • Organized volunteer opportunities for both staff members and residents alike so that they could give back while also fostering camaraderie amongst their peers.
  • Enhanced resident satisfaction by addressing and resolving concerns in a timely manner.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among residents, resulting in a more harmonious living environment.
  • Provided compassionate support during times of crisis or personal difficulty for individual residents as needed.
  • Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
  • Coordinated activities and events to create safe, positive and inclusive environment.
  • Supervised student employees and provided feedback on performance.
  • Assisted in recruitment and selection of student leaders.

Care Giver

In Home Support Services
04.2017 - Current
  • Provide acute medical care to special needs child
  • Provide airway management and treatment, daily tracheostomy changes
  • Management of ventilator, cough assist, the vest, suction machine, kangaroo pump, oxygen concentrator, nebulizer, and cool mist and heated humidifier
  • Attend IEP meetings with other professionals (Penfield MTU, Tri Counties Regional Center, Fillmore Unified School District, occupational therapist, and speech therapists to advocate for services for child with special needs
  • Administer medications regularly
  • Attend medical appointments with various medical centers (UCLA, Children’s Hospital and Ventura County Medical Center), high commitment to patient care and well-being
  • Ability to handle high pressure environment.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.

Parent Programs Manager/ Outreach Coordinator

El Centrito Family Learning Centers
02.2018 - 09.2018
  • Facilitate activities, supportive services, programs and address needs of children, adolescence and adults
  • Effectively utilize community resources and served in parenting workshops
  • Event planning and fundraising events with various businesses and organizations
  • Organize and lead play therapy group sessions to ensure healthy development
  • Recruitment of children and adults in the community.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Empowered team members to take ownership of their roles in outreach activities, promoting a sense of responsibility and commitment to the organization''s mission.

Family Liaison/Case Manager

Fillmore Unified School District/ First 5 Ventura County
07.2003 - 02.2018
  • Data entry, comprehensive reports and presentations monthly
  • Provide information and referral and resources in the community to schools, support groups, behavior services, training, relocation, childcare, regional centers, county programs and public assistance
  • Maintained up-to-date and accurate program files and records, resource manuals, client files, and IEPS with goal setting for clients within the School Districts.
  • Maintained accurate records of family interactions, ensuring timely follow-up on outstanding issues or concerns.
  • Organized volunteer opportunities for parents at school events, fostering a strong sense of community involvement.
  • Enhanced family engagement by developing and implementing targeted communication strategies.
  • Developed comprehensive action plans for addressing family concerns, improving overall satisfaction with the school experience.
  • Contributed to increased parent participation in school events through consistent communication via newsletters, emails, phone calls, or text messages.
  • Collaborated with school staff and families to address student needs and foster a supportive learning environment.
  • Provided resources and support for families navigating the education system.
  • Advocated for students'' best interests in meetings with faculty members, administrators, and other key stakeholders.
  • Served as a liaison between families and school personnel, facilitating open lines of communication to enhance student outcomes.
  • Championed family involvement in decision-making processes by actively soliciting feedback and incorporating diverse perspectives into school policies and procedures.
  • Facilitated parent education workshops on topics such as child development, discipline strategies, and effective communication techniques.
  • Coordinated services for families in need, connecting them with appropriate community resources and support systems.
  • Strengthened parent-school connections through organizing regular meetings, workshops, and events.
  • Visited homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
  • Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
  • Collaborated with families to assist in growth, development, and education to increase potential.
  • Managed heavy caseload using well-developed time management, organizational, and task prioritization skills.
  • Observed security measures to maintain confidentiality and restrict access by unauthorized individuals.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
  • Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
  • Provided support to social service clients in navigating available resources.
  • Developed and maintained accurate records of programs and services.
  • Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
  • Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs.
  • Developed and implemented programs to engage and empower underserved populations.
  • Improved clients' coping with routine life activities such as food budgeting and rental payments.
  • Implemented and developed programs to address poverty and inequality.
  • Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
  • Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
  • Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
  • Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
  • Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
  • Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
  • Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
  • Assisted clients in setting achievable goals while providing ongoing encouragement and support throughout the process of reaching those objectives.
  • Coordinated essential services for clients, resulting in improved overall well-being and selfsufficiency.

Business Office Administrator Assistant/Case Manager

Los Angeles Mission College
01.1999 - 06.2003
  • Directed all protective placement, case management, youth education and family reunification activities
  • Resource, Referrals on community resources, and assessed clients personality tests for job placement
  • Guided youth through the emancipation planning process
  • Assessed patient and delivered comprehensive case management services
  • Communicated with public social and welfare agencies to obtain and provide information
  • Led monthly case management worker trainings, Resume Workshops and Interviewing Technique workshops
  • Completed intake assessments with patients and drafted community re-entry plans following treatment
  • Compiled statistical information for special reports, organized billing and invoice data and prepared accounts receivable and expected revenue reports for controllers
  • Maintained up-to-date tuitions, policies, payments, returns and exchanges
  • Verification of information on computer system and up-to-date and accurate record keeping of student files.
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient administrative processes and organizational systems.
  • Reduced operational expenses by optimizing resource allocation and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
  • Evaluated and refined office procedures to establish best practices that contributed to increased efficiency across all departments.
  • Organized and maintained critical documentation required for regulatory purposes guaranteeing organization-wide adherence to industry standards.
  • Facilitated smooth communication within the office by acting as a liaison between different departments and teams.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations by staying informed about changes in relevant laws for business operations.
  • Increased efficiency across departments through effective delegation of tasks according to individual skills sets among administrative assistants.
  • Safeguarded sensitive information through implementing strict data security measures for both physical files and electronic systems.
  • Collaborated closely with Human Resources department to streamline recruitment process including job postings and interviews scheduling resulting in faster hiring decisions.
  • Coordinated with vendors to negotiate contracts for supplies, equipment, and services at competitive prices.
  • Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
  • Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Managed and properly accounted for petty cash issued to facilitate general office activities.
  • Scheduled conference rooms, prepared agendas, and maintained calendars to prepare for meetings and events.
  • Edited documents to improve accuracy of language, flow, and readability.
  • Organized, facilitated and participated in community service efforts.
  • Monitored front areas so that questions could be promptly addressed.
  • Organized meetings for executives and coordinated availability of conference rooms for participants.
  • Organized spaces, materials and catering support for internal and client-focused meetings.
  • Participated in regular case reviews, offering insights and suggestions for improved service delivery strategies.
  • Strengthened community outreach efforts by representing the organization at various events and conferences.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive client information while adhering to legal guidelines and ethical standards of practice.
  • Maintained up-to-date and accurate contacts and progress note records.
  • Attended regularly scheduled case management and staff meetings.
  • Increased case resolution rates with thorough research, documentation, and follow-up procedures.
  • Completed intakes and assessments on clients to determine needs and eligibility for services and public benefits.
  • Coordinated community integration activities for clients, teaching life skills and independent living skills necessary for succeeding in permanent housing.
  • Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
  • Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
  • Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
  • Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.

Services Coordinator/Case Manager

Northeast San Fernando Valley WorkSource Center
01.1997 - 01.1999
  • Coordinating services to ensure safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and client centered
  • Link clients with supportive services and community resources
  • Facilitated educational workshops to welfare to work clients
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
  • Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between clients to manage office activities.
  • Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
  • Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
  • Increased efficiency by streamlining coordination processes and implementing new organizational systems.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing shipping and receiving activities.
  • Resolved conflicts swiftly among team members through effective mediation techniques, fostering an amicable working environment conducive to collaboration.
  • Organized company-wide events that boosted employee morale and cultivated team spirit within the organization.
  • Spearheaded volunteer programs that positively impacted local communities while showcasing the company''s commitment to social responsibility.
  • Organized spaces, materials and catering support for internal and client-focused meetings.
  • Organized meetings for executives and coordinated availability of conference rooms for participants.
  • Improved office operations by automating client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
  • Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
  • Coordinated essential services for clients, resulting in improved overall well-being and selfsufficiency.

Education

Child Development and Supervision

Ventura College, Ventura, CA


  • Extracurricular Activities: Volunteer Food Share Food Bank
  • Extracurricular Activities: Volunteer VITA Services
  • Extracurricular Activities: Volunteer Community Action Heap Program
  • M.E.Ch.A Club Member

Family Development Credential

CORNELL UNIVERSITY , Oxnard, CA
11.2017

Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership

California Lutheran University, Thousand Oaks, CA
05.2014


  • Women's Opportunity Award Scholarship Recipient
  • 3.5 GPA


Associate of Science - Child Development, Social Work and Bilingual Bicultural Education

Los Angeles Mission College, Sylmar, CA
06.2003
  • Dean's List Fall 2000
  • Dean's List Summer 2001
  • Dean's List Spring 2001

Skills

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Skilled at multi-tasking
  • Client Advocacy, Client Relations
  • Tenant relations
  • Critical Thinking
  • Decision-Making
  • Creative and Adaptable
  • Relationship Building
  • Fair Housing Regulations
  • Multi-family property management
  • Valid California driver's license

Certification

  • Notary Public, California, 06/2022-06/2026
  • Triple P Accredited, 01/2014
  • Family Developmental Credential 11/2017
  • Child Development Site Supervisor Credential, 12/2017

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Work Availability

monday
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wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
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Timeline

Property Management Administrator - Area Housing Authority of Ventura County
02.2022 - Current
Property Site Manager - Area Housing Authority of Ventura County
09.2020 - Current
Resident Services Coordinator - Area Housing Authority of Ventura County
08.2018 - Current
Parent Programs Manager/ Outreach Coordinator - El Centrito Family Learning Centers
02.2018 - 09.2018
Care Giver - In Home Support Services
04.2017 - Current
Family Liaison/Case Manager - Fillmore Unified School District/ First 5 Ventura County
07.2003 - 02.2018
Business Office Administrator Assistant/Case Manager - Los Angeles Mission College
01.1999 - 06.2003
Services Coordinator/Case Manager - Northeast San Fernando Valley WorkSource Center
01.1997 - 01.1999
Ventura College - , Child Development and Supervision
CORNELL UNIVERSITY - , Family Development Credential
California Lutheran University - Bachelor of Science, Organizational Leadership
Los Angeles Mission College - Associate of Science, Child Development, Social Work and Bilingual Bicultural Education
Irma MaganaAdministration/Social Services