Jasmine Valdespino
Riverside,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dependable psychology student with hands on experience supporting youth and families in social service settings. Background includes Peer Support Specialist certification, casework assistance, and working directly with children with behavioral challenges and special needs. Strong ability to build trust, maintain structure, and apply trama informed care to promote youth safety, emotional well being, and positive development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Swim Instructor
The Aquatic Zone
Corona, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Taught swim lessons/ water safety to children of various ages in small group settings.
- Work with children with disabilities, special needs, and behavioral challenges.
- Built trust and rapport with students to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Used structured instruction and behavior management techniques to maintain focus and safety.
- Promote confidence, discipline, and skill development to each student.
- Fostered positive relationships with students and parents, promoting continued participation in lessons.
Peer Support Specialist/Casework Intern
Lutheran Social Services
Riverside, CA
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Completed supervised internship supporting case management for adults/ families in homeless shelters.
- Assisted with housing placement by researching and identifying suitable housing options based on individuals and program requirements.
- Prepared and organized client documentation and case files.
- Provided direct support to clients, including distributing transportation resources (e.g., bus passes, food, etc.).
- Collaborated with caseworker to support client progress toward stable housing and independent living.
- Applied communication and interpersonal skills to engage clients with diverse needs and backgrounds.
Club Attendant/ Food Service Worker
Angel Stadium of Anaheim
Anaheim, CA
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Provided food service in high volume private club setting.
- Delivered professional customer service to guest in a fast paced environment.
- Handled guest concerns and maintained a positive experience.
- Worked collaboratively with team members to ensure efficient operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, General Psychology Concentration
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA05.2027
Skills
- Youth Supervision and Safety Awareness
- Behavior Management and Positive reinforcement
- Patience and Emotional Regulation in High Needs Environment
- Communication and Active listening
- Experience with Special Needs and Behavioral Challenges
- Client Support and Resource Connection
- De-escalation and Conflict Resolution
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management and Reliability
- Foundational Knowledge of Trama Informed Care
Accomplishments
- Contributed to housing coordination efforts by researching and identifying suitable placements for families in shelter programs
- Built strong rapport with youth, improving engagement and cooperation in structured swim instruction sessions
- successfully managed group environments ensuring safety, structure, and individualized support
- Demonstrated strong patience and behavior management skills while working with children with special needs and behavioral challenges
Certification
- Peer Support Specialist Certification- Issued by Lutheran Social Services (2025)
- BLS Certification(Adult, Child, and Infant CPR, First Aid, AED, Bloodborne Pathogens)- CPR Today, Inc.(Issued 2026, Expires 2028)
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Interests
- Youth Development
- Child Psychology
- Community Engagement
- Swimming and Physical Fitness
- Mental Wellness
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist/Casework Intern
Lutheran Social Services
10.2025 - 12.2025
Swim Instructor
The Aquatic Zone
10.2023 - Current
Club Attendant/ Food Service Worker
Angel Stadium of Anaheim
03.2022 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, General Psychology Concentration
California State University, San Bernardino