Maira Andrade, MSW
Hanford,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate social worker with experience supporting children, families, and schools through difficult situations. Skilled in creating and implementing effective intervention strategies to address emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges. Work closely with educators, healthcare professionals, and community agencies to provide well-rounded support. Passionate about making a meaningful impact by improving family dynamics and student success through personalized case management and advocacy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Social Worker
Visalia Unified School District
Visalia, United States
08.2024 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention services for students in need of immediate assistance.
- Worked with teachers, administrators, students, parents, and external support agencies to maximize treatment success.
- Coordinated activities for at-risk youth aimed at promoting healthy life choices.
- Created a positive school climate by supporting staff and encouraging respectful student behavior.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to address social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Counseled parents on children's behavior problems and provided referrals when necessary.
- Connected families with community resources, such as food banks and housing programs.
- Interviewed clients individually and in groups to assess situations, capabilities, and problems.
- Developed and implemented appropriate interventions for students facing social or academic difficulties.
- Assisted in the development of IEPs for students with special needs.
- Facilitated therapy sessions to help students solve problems, set goals, and improve communication skills.
- Monitored student progress through meetings with faculty and student record reviews.
Health Unit Coordinator
Kaweah Health
Visalia, United States
10.2022 - Current
- The duties of the Health Unit Coordinator include handling patient admission, transfer, and discharge, communicating with patients, guests, and staff, maintaining electronic health records, and performing other clerical tasks
- One of the key requirements for this role is the ability to remain calm and organized during periods of high unit activity and under stressful conditions
- Effective and respectful communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team is also essential
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kaweah Health
Visalia, United States
10.2020 - Current
- As a certified nurses assistant I am under the direction of a registered nurse to provide quality care among all patients
- This duties include providing care, activities of daily living, setting patients up for meals as needed, ambulating, bathing, and accurate inputs and outputs
Child Welfare Services Intern
Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency
Visalia, United States
01.2024 - 05.2024
- This agency advocates for children experiencing child abuse and collaborates with families grappling with mental health, substance abuse, and various challenges
- The overarching aim is to facilitate the reunification of children with a secure and affectionate home environment
- Parents are supported in addressing temporary concerns, fostering the conditions necessary for a successful reunification with their families
- In this department social workers are creating rapport towards clients to write a report before disposition in the juvenile court
Education
Masters - Social Work
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA05.2025
Bachelor's degree - Social Work
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA05.2024
Associate of Arts - AA - Social & Behavioral Science
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA05.2022
Skills
- Fluent in English and Spanish, ensuring effective communication and accessibility for diverse communities
- Crisis Intervention: Skilled in providing immediate support and stabilization for individuals in crisis, assessing risk factors, de-escalating situations, and connecting individuals to appropriate resources for ongoing care
- Individual & Group Intervention: Experienced in conducting one-on-one and group sessions to address social, emotional, and behavioral challenges, utilizing evidence-based strategies to foster resilience, problem-solving, and personal growth
- Report Writing & Documentation: Proficient in drafting client progress summaries and data reports to ensure accuracy and consistency
- Empathy & Active Listening: Fostered trusting relationships with clients, enabling meaningful therapeutic interventions
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Experienced in working with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive plans and strategies for client support
- Community Resources: Identified and connected individuals and families with vital resources, such as housing assistance, food programs, mental health services, and educational support, to enhance overall well-being
- Home Visits: Conducted in-home assessments to evaluate family dynamics, provide guidance, and ensure access to necessary services, fostering a supportive and stable environment
Affiliations
- Tri Alpha Honors Society
Certification
- The Columbia- Suicide Severity Rating Scale
- Education - Basic/Refresher
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- Identifying Opioid Overdose
- Prevention of Opioid Overdose
- Naloxone Administration and Fentanyl Test Strips Usage Instructions
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Accomplishments
- Summa Cum Laude
- Class Representative, Fresno Pacific University– Represented students by communicating their concerns to teachers and helping improve the classroom experience.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
School Social Worker
Visalia Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
Child Welfare Services Intern
Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency
01.2024 - 05.2024
Health Unit Coordinator
Kaweah Health
10.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kaweah Health
10.2020 - Current
Masters - Social Work
Fresno Pacific University
Bachelor's degree - Social Work
Fresno Pacific University
Associate of Arts - AA - Social & Behavioral Science
College of The Sequoias
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