Leslie Galindo
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Compassionate professional in social services field, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in client assessment, case management, and crisis intervention. Excel at communication, empathy, and problem-solving to support diverse populations effectively.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Living Skills Instructor
Creative supports
Los Angeles , CA
01.2024 - Current
- Evaluated participant's current living situation and provided recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Provided guidance and support to individuals with disabilities in order to help them learn life skills such as communication, budgeting, problem-solving, self-care, and socialization.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and support services effectively.
Behavioral Health Technician
Empowered Solutions
Los Angeles , CA
08.2023 - Current
- Ensured a safe environment by following safety protocols and guidelines.
- Educated patients on coping strategies and behavioral techniques during sessions.
- Assessed patient behavior, reactions and responses to treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate records of patient interactions and treatment progress.
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Los Angeles speech and language therapy center
Culver City, California
08.2023 - 03.2025
- Engaged clients in therapeutic activities to enhance communication skills.
- Provided support during group therapy sessions, fostering a positive environment.
- Assisted Speech-Language Pathologist in the development of individualized treatment plans for clients.
Canvasser
Imprenta Communications
Los Angeles , CA
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Engaged with community members to gather support for local initiatives.
- Conducted surveys to assess public opinion and community needs.
- Recorded responses and feedback for data collection and analysis.
- Built relationships with local organizations to enhance outreach effectiveness.
Juvenile Probation Officer Intern
LAC Dorthy Kirby Center
Los Angeles, CA
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted probation officers in monitoring juvenile offenders' compliance with court orders.
- Conducted interviews with juveniles and their families to gather relevant information.
- Observed and documented juvenile behavior during community service assignments.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss strategies for addressing issues related to juvenile delinquency prevention efforts within the community.
Social Work Intern
Reentry opportunity center
Los Angeles , CA
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Conducted intake assessments for new program participants.
- Assisted clients with obtaining community resources and support services.
- Maintained accurate and confidential client records in compliance with regulations.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss cases, review progress notes, and strategize interventions.
USC upward math and science tutor
Usc Trio
Los Angeles, California
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with teachers to align tutoring with classroom curriculum.
- Implemented educational resources and tools to enhance learning experiences.
- Developed personalized lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports.
Subway leader
SUBWAY®Restaurants
Los Angeles, California
08.2017 - 08.2022
- Kept areas clean, neat, and inspection-ready to comply with product guidelines.
- Established clear roles, responsibilities, expectations, timelines, and resources for team projects.
- Supervised inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce waste.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA05-2023
Minor - Criminal Justice
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles 05-2023
Skills
- Life skills training
- Community resource access
- Behavior assessment
- Therapeutic support
- Client evaluation
- Case management
- Confidential record keeping
- Data collection
- Relationship building
- Multitasking
- Documentation and reporting
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Independent Living Skills Instructor
Creative supports
01.2024 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician
Empowered Solutions
08.2023 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Los Angeles speech and language therapy center
08.2023 - 03.2025
Canvasser
Imprenta Communications
09.2022 - 11.2023
Juvenile Probation Officer Intern
LAC Dorthy Kirby Center
05.2022 - 05.2023
Social Work Intern
Reentry opportunity center
03.2022 - 03.2023
USC upward math and science tutor
Usc Trio
02.2021 - 03.2023
Subway leader
SUBWAY®Restaurants
08.2017 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
California State University, Los Angeles
Minor - Criminal Justice
California State University, Los Angeles
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