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Education
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Case worker
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Jessica Gallegos

Unity Non Profit Organization
Santa Barbara,CA

Work Preference

Job Search Status:

Open to work

Desired Job Title

Clerical AdministratorCase worker non profit Volunteer and Client coordinator Program Associate

Work Type

Full Time

Minimum Desired Compensation

$50000/hr

Education

Bachelors - Psychology & Criminal Justice

University of California, Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara, CA | 2023 - 2026

Work History

Case worker

5 Months
Unity Non Profit Organization | 04.2026 - Current

• Manage and support clients by assessing individual and family needs and connecting them with appropriate services, programs, and community resources.

• Conduct client intake, review eligibility requirements, process referrals, and verify required documentation for assistance programs.

• Maintain accurate and confidential case records, client information, service history, referrals, and supporting documentation.

• Provide ongoing case support and follow-up to ensure clients understand available resources, program requirements, and next steps.

• Assist individuals and families experiencing financial hardship and other challenging circumstances with accessing food, clothing, household necessities, and additional supportive services.

• Advocate for clients and help identify solutions to barriers that may prevent them from accessing needed assistance.

• Coordinate with nonprofit organizations, community agencies, referral partners, and internal programs to connect clients with additional resources and services.

• Respond to client concerns and inquiries by phone, email, and in person while providing compassionate, professional, and client-centered assistance.

• Handle multiple client cases and service requests while prioritizing urgent needs and maintaining timely and organized documentation.

• Provide bilingual case management support in English and Spanish to improve communication and accessibility for Spanish-speaking clients.

Volunteer and client coordinator

2 Years 11 Months
Unity | 05.2023 - 04.2026

• Coordinate and support clients seeking food, clothing, household necessities, and other assistance programs by assessing individual needs and determining appropriate services and resources.

• Assist clients with referrals, eligibility requirements, applications, documentation, and access to available community programs and services.

• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, service information, referrals, and program documentation.

• Communicate directly with clients experiencing financial hardship and other challenging circumstances while providing respectful, compassionate, and solution-focused assistance.

• Coordinate volunteer recruitment, onboarding, orientation, scheduling, training requirements, and ongoing communication.

• Manage community service participants, including reviewing required documentation, coordinating schedules, tracking service hours, and maintaining accurate records.

• Serve as a point of contact for community organizations, schools, nonprofit partners, volunteers, and clients to coordinate services, volunteer opportunities, and program participation.

• Respond to client and volunteer inquiries by phone, email, and in person, resolving concerns and providing information regarding available services and requirements.

• Coordinate client referrals and connect individuals and families with appropriate internal programs and outside community resources when additional assistance is needed.

• Support day-to-day program operations by managing multiple client and volunteer needs, maintaining documentation, coordinating schedules, and communicating with staff across departments.

• Provide bilingual assistance in English and Spanish to help ensure clients understand program requirements, services, and available resources.

Clerical

2 Years 10 Months
Famous Footwear Warehouse | 06.2020 - 04.2023
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Coordinates employees to their roles
  • Inventory Management
  • Stocking & Merchandising
  • Sales Support
  • Product Knowledge
  • Problem Resolution
    Verbal Communication
    Team Collaboration
    Organization
    Time Management
    Multitasking
    Attention to Detail
    Data Entry
    Maintaining Accurate Records
    Bilingual Customer Service (English & Spanish)

Skills

Case Management
Client Intake
Client Assessment
Client Advocacy
Needs Assessment
Community Resources
Resource Coordination
Referral Services
Eligibility Determination
Social Services
Crisis Intervention
Case Documentation
Case Record Management
Confidentiality
Client Support
Service Coordination
Community Outreach
Nonprofit Experience
Interagency Coordination
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Data Entry
Microsoft Office
Customer Service
Bilingual — English & Spanish
2
years of post-secondary education
6
Years of experience

Compassionate and experienced client services professional with a strong background in case management support, client advocacy, referrals, and community resources. Experienced in working directly with individuals and families to assess needs, determine eligibility for services, coordinate assistance, maintain confidential records, and connect clients with appropriate programs and resources. Skilled in managing multiple cases and client needs, communicating with community partners, documenting services, and helping individuals navigate challenging circumstances. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with a strong commitment to providing respectful, organized, and client-centered support.

Jessica GallegosCase worker