Lorena Morales
Downey,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Work Investigator
Children's Law Center Of California
Monterey Park, CA
10.2019 - Current
- Visit with clients, caretakers and others.
- Interview caretakers and children in order to observe and document the children's current living situation, developmental progress and emotional wellbeing.
- Note any services that have not been implemented or any other issues for attorney review.
- Evaluate and recommend the need for further or different services that may be beneficial to the child and family.
- Identify services in the community and make referrals as needed.
- Communicate regularly with attorneys, both verbally and in writing regarding status of caseloads and assignments.
- Attend IEP meetings, CFT and similar placement staffing, hospital screenings and Regional Center meetings.
Family Service Associate
Delta Sigma Theta Head Start/State Preschool
Los Angeles, CA
02.2007 - 06.2011
- Recruitment and Enrollment of new students.
- Create and maintain student files with pertinent information.
- Case management.
- Provide family partnerships and help families achieve their goals.
- Identify services in the community and build partnerships.
- Provide resources to families such as referrals for additional services.
- Prepare and conduct parent workshops and monthly meetings with parents and staff.
- Use the following computer programs: COPA, Child Plus and GRS.
Health Assistant
Delta Sigma Theta Head Start/State Preschool
Los Angeles, CA
01.2006 - 06.2007
- Verify students' immunization records and follow up with physicians.
- Conduct hearing and vision screenings.
- Follow up with physical and dental records and provide referrals.
- Maintain first aid kits and earthquake barrel up to date and equipped.
- Follow up with referrals and provide the necessary resources.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
University of Phoenix
Gardena, CA03-2019
GED -
High School Equivalency Certificate
Anaheim, CA08-2011
Certificate - Medical Assistant
United Education Institute
Huntington Park, CA05-2004
Skills
- Case Documentation
- Records Management
- Bilingual able to speak, read and write Spanish
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Excel
- Excellent communication skills
- Punctual
- Able to work independently and in group settings
- Able to meet deadlines in a timely manner
Timeline
Social Work Investigator
Children's Law Center Of California
10.2019 - Current
Family Service Associate
Delta Sigma Theta Head Start/State Preschool
02.2007 - 06.2011
Health Assistant
Delta Sigma Theta Head Start/State Preschool
01.2006 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
University of Phoenix
GED -
High School Equivalency Certificate
Certificate - Medical Assistant
United Education Institute
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