Kimberly Mendez
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Hardworking Student offering part-time work experience and extensive knowledge of social work practice. Meticulous and detail-oriented with excellent observational, organizational, and communication skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Support Specialist Intern
Minneapolis Public Schools
01.2024 - Current
- Co-facilitated groups and conducted 1-1 check-ins to provide personalized support and guidance.
- Educated students on mental health topics and attended mental health meetings to stay informed on best practices and resources.
- Maintained confidentiality and ethical standards in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues while building rapport with students to foster trusting relationships.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing valuable insights to inform student-centered interventions.
Substitute Paraprofessional
Teachers On Call
09.2023 - Current
- Provided coverage for absent teachers as needed, seamlessly adapting to various teaching styles and subject matter expertise areas.
- Collaborated with special education staff to implement appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities, ensuring their success in the classroom.
- Established rapport with students through consistent support and guidance, fostering positive relationships that promoted academic growth.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students who needed additional support, enabling them to achieve academic goals.
Servant Leader Intern
Freedom Schools
06.2022 - Current
- Led a dynamic classroom of ten children, providing individualized support to address their emotional, mental, and physical needs.
- Followed the CDF Freedom Schools curriculum book to implement readings and activities, ensuring alignment with educational objectives and standards.
- Cultivated a nurturing environment where creativity was encouraged, devising engaging and interactive learning experiences to stimulate curiosity and active participation.
- Integrated teachings on social, environmental, and economic justice.
Cocktail Server
Kincaid's Fish Chop and Steakhouse
08.2021 - Current
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Maintained clean and organized bar area.
Social Work Intern
Gap School
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Managed caseload efficiently, prioritizing tasks and maintaining timely communication with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Demonstrated commitment to cultural humility
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
- Maintained detailed case notes, documenting progress towards goals and critical incidents for accurate reporting.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by establishing trust and maintaining open lines of communication throughout the internship experience.
Education
Masters Degree - Social Work
University of Saint Thomas
06.2025
Bachelors - Social Work
Metropolitan State University
05.2024
Social Science Associates -
Century College
01.2022
Skills
- Leadership
- Customer Service
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Problem-Solving
- Fast Learner
- Adaptability to diverse learners
- Optimism
- Insightfulness
- Empathy
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Mental Health Support Specialist Intern
Minneapolis Public Schools
01.2024 - Current
Substitute Paraprofessional
Teachers On Call
09.2023 - Current
Social Work Intern
Gap School
01.2023 - 05.2023
Servant Leader Intern
Freedom Schools
06.2022 - Current
Cocktail Server
Kincaid's Fish Chop and Steakhouse
08.2021 - Current
Masters Degree - Social Work
University of Saint Thomas
Bachelors - Social Work
Metropolitan State University
Social Science Associates -
Century College
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