Kathya Desiderio
Maricopa,Arizona
Summary
Polished individual boasting background writing grant proposals and conducting extensive research. Bilingual Social Services Case Manager considered multitasking leader with terrific interpersonal and communication skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
National Youth Advocate Program
2023.04 - Current
- Reunify unaccompanied minors traveling from country of origin to the United States with a viable adult in transitional foster care.
- Compiled reports on cases and submitted them to supervisors as required.
- Participated in regular team meetings and in-house training sessions to boost group effectiveness.
- Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
- Acted as an advocate for vulnerable populations by advocating for policy changes at the state level.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
- Communicated with legal services providers, social services agencies, and local judicial systems regarding cases.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Case Manager
Rite of Passage
2022.10 - 2023.04
- Reunify unaccompanied minors traveling from country of origin to the United States with a viable adult.
- Remained highly organized and detail-oriented while working on several cases simultaneously.
- Maintained communication with internal departments regarding the status of cases assigned to the department.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
- Communicated with legal services providers, social services agencies, and local judicial systems regarding cases.
Site Coordinator Supervisor
ARC Experience
2021.10 - 2022.10
- Provided enrichment and educational activities to high school population, while keeping students participative and engaged
- Supervised budget development and assisted in maintaining financial compliance.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Interviewed applicants, recommended individuals for hiring and evaluated staff performance.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Reviewed financial documents such as contracts, invoices, requisitions. for accuracy and completeness.
Behavioral Assistant/Childcare Lead Teacher
Imperial County Office of Education
Calexico
2018.05 - 2021.10
- Assisted preschool autism children in daily activities such as; fine motor skills, communication, speech therapy and daily activities.
- Provided direct supervision to Americorps staff when teacher was absent
- Supervised Americorps staff in classroom duties and assignments with the children
- Identified and analyzed delays in student progression toward set goals and implemented, in collaboration with other team members, optimum changes to stimulate student success.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to increase desired behaviors in clients.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on assessment results, client goals, and family preferences.
- Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in home, community and school settings.
CELDT Examiner
Brawley Elementary School District
Brawley
2013.12 - 2015.03
- Developed individualized care plans for migrant children who did not meet English proficiency level.
- Completed individual case assessments for children to pass state testing providing parents with available resources for English learner students
- Compiled reports on cases and submitted them to supervisors as required.
- Submitted referrals to community resources for children who lacked proficiency in English and were new in the United States
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss case advancement
- Supported family members by providing information on local community resoirces
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
San Diego State University
Calexico, California2020-05
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Imperial Valley College
2017-05
High School Diploma -
Aurora High School
Calexico, California2013-05
Master Of Public Administration - Human Resources Development
National University
La Jolla, CASkills
- Staff Management
- Policy Enforcement
- Training and Mentoring
- Conducting Assessments
- Program Development
- Child Development
- Case Management
- Client Advocacy
Timeline
Case Manager
National Youth Advocate Program
2023.04 - Current
Case Manager
Rite of Passage
2022.10 - 2023.04
Site Coordinator Supervisor
ARC Experience
2021.10 - 2022.10
Behavioral Assistant/Childcare Lead Teacher
Imperial County Office of Education
2018.05 - 2021.10
CELDT Examiner
Brawley Elementary School District
2013.12 - 2015.03
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
San Diego State University
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Imperial Valley College
High School Diploma -
Aurora High School
Master Of Public Administration - Human Resources Development
National University
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