JENNIFER ARIAS
San Diego,USA
Summary
Passionate about promoting sustainability in the relationship between human well-being and nature. Bringing an energetic and multifaceted approach to work with a wealth of experience and academic tools. Driven to make a significant difference by wholeheartedly supporting an organization that aligns with my values.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Support Specialist
Family Health Centers of San Diego
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Develop assessments and provide direct complex social service case management to pediatric patients and caregivers
- Oversee average caseload of 80 families using interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Upload and update accordingly medical records in EHR software.
- Set achievable treatment goals utilizing community resources and social supports.
- Liaised with school districts, external health care providers, and daycares for comprehensive patient support.
- Create rapid assessments, and safety plans, and provide crisis management to maintain patient's safety and wellness
- Provide information and education about Parent Early Childhood Support Services (PECSS) offered by FHCSD
People Operations Coordinator
River Runs Farm
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Lead team activities for daily operations.
- Provide strategic guidance and support.
- Contribute to managing project timelines.
- Manage staff work assignments, workloads and work schedules.
- Ensure safety and a collaborative work environment.
- Maintain communication with farm managers and administrative head about team progress.
- Participate in monthly meetings to discuss performance updates.
- Adjust actions based on weather contingencies.
- Manage logistics with the supply chain team.
- Assist with onboarding and training of new employees.
Substance Abuse Community Counselor
SEDRONAR
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Company Overview: The Secretary of Comprehensive Drug Policies of the Argentine Nation
- Deliver case management within therapeutic interdisciplinary team.
- Deliver psychosocial assessments and treatment plans for prevention, harm reduction, recovery, counseling, and crisis intervention.
- Engage in significant community outreach.
- Design and implemented innovative social projects to prevent substance abuse.
- Adopt a community-based approach to mental health issues.
- Fostered effective communication in community spaces by organizing youth-focused programs with artistic elements.
- Identify potential risks and coordinate relevant initiatives.
Coordinator of the Gender and Transgender Department
La Garganta Poderosa
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Company Overview: Non-profit Organization
- Implemented innovative outreach methods to engage vulnerable women and transgender individuals.
- Coordination of regional Gender committees.
- Conduct fundraising campaigns to achieve targeted financial goals.
- Facilitate team meetings utilizing community engagement strategies.
- Generate updated content to maintain current and accurate media information.
- Led team in developing annual plans.
- Empower local leaders, inspiring them to take initiative.
- Manage operations of support centers for those affected by gender violence and their families.
- Design and implement community events.
Teaching Assistant in Pre-professional Practices
National University of Austral Patagonia
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Company Overview: UNPA, Universidad Nacional de la Patagonia Austral
- Provide one-on-one theoretical and practical guidance to students during their performance in pre-professional practice hours
- Reinforcing critical social analysis and coherence between interventions and academic-theoretical content
- Follow UNPA evaluation standards and submit written reports of the student's progress
- UNPA, Universidad Nacional de la Patagonia Austral
Social Coordinator / Women's Services
Malargüe City Hall
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Conduct intakes for domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking cases.
- Develope procedural guidelines enhancing operations of pioneering Regional Refuge for Victims of Gender Violence.
- Offer strategic coordination consistently to staff and external providers.
- Provide case management to violence survivors and their families.
- Oversee coordinated efforts for region-specific services including education, training, and planning.
- Prepare and submit timely and accurate reports to the court.
- Conduct and facilitate educational workshops for service providers.
Youth Advocate
DINAF
03.2012 - 12.2013
- Company Overview: Ministry of Social Development
- Provided support on the legal framework concerning children's rights within the justice system.
- Advocated for United Nations standards, norms in juvenile justice, and related instruments like the Declaration of Basic Principles.
- Provided crisis intervention and health-related assistance programs.
- Coordinating and implementing the Street Outreach Program
- Performed case management duties by evaluating clients' various needs.
- Preparing social inquiry reports on the child's circumstances and characteristics
- Developed and executed a comprehensive recidivism prevention strategy through cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Social Counselor
Agro Technical High School No 4-227 'Agua Escondida'
04.2011 - 02.2012
- Provided counseling and advice to first-generation students from diverse backgrounds.
- Facilitated compliance with enrollment guidelines.
- Collaborate with residential life teams for comprehensive student care.
- Maintain a caseload of students who are either at-risk, at-need or those who would benefit from short-term weekly 1:1 therapy sessions
- Manage detailed documentation of student progress using secure data platforms.
- Communicate and engage families when appropriate, implement family counseling, reach families in their homes including remote locations
- Run group sessions and youth interest workshops.
- Build relationships with local assistance networks and community services.
- Participated in school events to foster student support.
Social Counselor
Antonio Di Benedetto, Agro Technical High School No 4-043
01.2010 - 12.2011
- Engaged in trauma-informed approaches for the care, wellness, and positive development of youth
- Provided leadership and training to staff ensuring a safe and supportive therapeutic environment through team huddles and positive reinforcement
- Employ data-based decision-making regarding multidisciplinary collaboration, functional behavior assessments, and behavioral approaches
- Build leadership to effectively help students succeed
- Develop positive behavioral and academic interventions
- Monitor and report student progress and develop evaluations, program evaluations, and consult with educational staff, parents, and other professionals
Social Advisor
Malargüe City Hall
01.2009 - 12.2010
- Evaluate a person's disability condition by established eligibility parameters criteria
- Conduct interviews and refer to other services if necessary
Case Manager
DINAF
01.2008 - 12.2009
- Company Overview: Ministry of Social Development
- Member of an interdisciplinary team
- Responsible for case management, psycho-social assessment, development, and implementation of intervention strategies
- Provide coaching to support each youth to achieve goals of permanent or temporary foster housing
- Responsible for crisis intervention, referrals, advocacy, and life skills training
- Develop partnership strategy with biological families, relatives, and fostered families
- Organize, schedule, and facilitate youth and team meetings
- Participate on a rotating basis to provide on-call coverage
- Provide crisis counseling as needed as conflict mediation
- Collaborate with community providers
- Ministry of Social Development
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Social Work
Catholic University of Cuyo (Universidad Católica De Cuyo)
Level 7 English as a Second Language -
Languages Systems International College of English
01.2022
Level 6 English as a Second Language -
Languages Systems International College of English
01.2020
Skills
- Communication skills
- Strong customer service orientation
- Public speaking
- Proficient in Google: Google Docs, Spreadsheet, Calendar
- Proficient in Microsoft Office: PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Access
- Proficient in Prezi: Develop interactive Presentation
- Proficient in Zoom: Creating meetings, sharing content, and presentations
- Social media management, photoshop, photography, and Canva proficient
- Nature passionate
- Non-profit experience and advocacy
Pronouns
she/her
Timeline
Family Support Specialist
Family Health Centers of San Diego
01.2021 - 01.2022
People Operations Coordinator
River Runs Farm
01.2020 - 01.2021
Substance Abuse Community Counselor
SEDRONAR
02.2017 - 01.2018
Coordinator of the Gender and Transgender Department
La Garganta Poderosa
01.2016 - 01.2017
Teaching Assistant in Pre-professional Practices
National University of Austral Patagonia
01.2016 - 12.2016
Social Coordinator / Women's Services
Malargüe City Hall
09.2014 - 09.2016
Youth Advocate
DINAF
03.2012 - 12.2013
Social Counselor
Agro Technical High School No 4-227 'Agua Escondida'
04.2011 - 02.2012
Social Counselor
Antonio Di Benedetto, Agro Technical High School No 4-043
01.2010 - 12.2011
Social Advisor
Malargüe City Hall
01.2009 - 12.2010
Case Manager
DINAF
01.2008 - 12.2009
Level 7 English as a Second Language -
Languages Systems International College of English
Level 6 English as a Second Language -
Languages Systems International College of English
Bachelor's Degree - Social Work
Catholic University of Cuyo (Universidad Católica De Cuyo)
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