Lemuel Joshua Regala
Montebello,CA
Summary
Driven by a strong academic record and being a Filipino fluent in Tagalog, I excelled in the SIPA Undergraduate Mental Health Internship and as a Program Facilitator, enhancing community engagement and participant mental health awareness. My knowledge in mental health cultural competency and teamwork significantly contributed to program development and execution, showing my ability to deliver impactful results. My experience as a food service worker has exposed me to a variety of individuals, strengthening my scope and experience interacting with diversity. I am meticulous and detail-oriented with excellent observational, organizational and communication skills. As a queer immigrant, I have the connection and understanding with individuals who may have related but unique experiences.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SIPA Undergraduate Mental Health Internship
Search to Involve Pilipino Americans (SIPA)
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported team members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments
- Gained valuable experience working within the mental health and social work industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Updated information in client databases, significantly reducing manual errors
- Participated in execution of community outreach programs, strengthening community relations.
- Gathered and organized information during outreach events for data collection.
- Sorted and organized client case files, spreadsheets, and reports.
Program Facilitator
Search to Involve Pilipino Americans (SIPA)
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions in program sessions.
- Collaborated with fellow facilitators to create a cohesive and consistent experience across all program offerings.
- Mentored participants on how to use techniques for the betterment of their own mental health
- Educated participants on Filipino-American history and what it means to be a Filipino-American and how it may influence attitudes, behaviors, and beliefs
- Led stimulating group discussions to encourage deeper understanding of program topics and foster validation and open-mindedness
- Identified areas with co-facilitators in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
- Cultivated a supportive community atmosphere within each session, fostering positive interactions among attendees from various backgrounds and industries.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by maintaining an organized and well-structured session space for all attendees.
- Strengthened communication skills among participants by encouraging active listening and thoughtful responses during group activities.
- Contributed to the ongoing development of future program offerings by identifying areas for growth
Associate
Panera Bread
06.2023 - Current
- Developed strong active listening skills in high-paced environments, a key competency for therapeutic communication in mental health
- Demonstrated empathy and patience in understanding customer concerns, skills that enhance client-centered care in mental health
- Developed strong active listening skills in high-paced environments, a key competency for therapeutic communication in mental health
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA12.2024
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA05.2023
Skills
Cultural Competency (& ongoing learning)
Teamwork and Collaboration
Interpersonal and Social Skills
Problem-Solving
Professionalism and Etiquette
Filipino Tagalog Fluency
Strong Academic Record
Time Management
Certification
Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification
Child Abuse & Neglect Mandated Reporter Certification
Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporter Certification
NARCAN Certification
Timeline
SIPA Undergraduate Mental Health Internship
Search to Involve Pilipino Americans (SIPA)
05.2024 - 08.2024
Program Facilitator
Search to Involve Pilipino Americans (SIPA)
05.2024 - 06.2024
Associate
Panera Bread
06.2023 - Current
Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification
Child Abuse & Neglect Mandated Reporter Certification
Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporter Certification
NARCAN Certification
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Los Angeles
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Pasadena City College
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