Manuela Plascencia
Whittier,CA
Summary
Organized and motivated Case Manager with strong time management and organizational skills, experienced in client support and service coordination. Holds an Associate degree in Sociology and brings strong collaboration, interpersonal, and multitasking abilities. Committed to advocating for clients, connecting individuals to resources, and supporting positive outcomes in diverse community settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Housing Case Manager-Community Supports/Cal AIM
Helpline Youth Counseling, Inc.
Long Beach
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted client in securing stable housing through comprehensive case management services.
- Developed individualized housing plans tailored to client needs and goals.
- Coordinated with local agencies to access resources and services for clients.
- Assisted clients in locating appropriate affordable housing options based on their income and other criteria.
BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
ASSESSMENT CONSULTATION TREATMENT
ARCADIA, CA
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Provide behavior intervention services to individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disorders in the school
- During behavioral breakdowns or emergencies, use skills to professionally assess (observation and orientation), decide, and initiate interventions when necessary to ensure student and staff safety
- Collecting data
- Supporting students in and through learning breakdowns that result in ineffective, negative, inappropriate, and/or aggressive behavior
RESPITE
360 behavioral health
Monterey Park, CA
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Offering relief to primary caregivers
- Supporting the individual's daily living skills and behavioral needs.
BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
ABA INC.
ARCADIA, CA
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Provide behavior intervention services to individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disorders in the home, school, and community
- During behavioral breakdowns or emergencies, use skills to professionally assess (observation and orientation), decide, and initiate interventions when necessary to ensure student and staff safety
- Collecting data
STUDENT SUCCESS COACH
Rio Hondo Community College
Whittier, CA
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Experience planning small and large scale events such as: health fairs, tabling events, domestic violence and sexual assault awareness events (denim day and monologues).
- Work with diverse group of students to inform them on-campus, off-campus resources and upcoming events.
- Closely monitor and communicate with a caseload of students; communication includes face-to-face interactions, via phone, email, texting, and internet as necessary.
- Maintain detailed student contact logs in the department database for grant purposes
- Collaborate with other colleagues to implement and develop outreach materials
- Initiate appropriate individual projects based on student and program needs
- Attend regular department meetings and training sessions
- Support activities of the assigned program as needed
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
Westmoreland Academy
Pasadena, CA
12.2021 - 01.2023
- During behavioral breakdowns or emergencies, using skills to professionally assess (observation and orientation), decide, and initiate interventions when necessary to ensure student and staff safety
- Supporting students in and through learning breakdowns that result in ineffective, negative, inappropriate, and/or aggressive behavior
BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Inspira Behavior and Advocacy Specialists
Long Beach, CA
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Provide behavior intervention services to individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disorders in the home, school, and community
- Collecting data
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CA
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets, and presentations for internal and external use.
- Planned, coordinated, and executed campus events and special events.
VIOLENCE INTERVENTION PROGRAM
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CA
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Assessed cognitive abilities, physical, and emotional needs of clients to determine appropriate interventions
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
Education
Associate Degree - Sociology
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CASkills
- Problem-Solving
- Resource Prioritization
- Critical Thinking
- Ally Training
- Calendar Maintenance
- Microsoft Office Suite
- GIRP note
- Emotional Support
- Event Planning
- HIMS
Professional References
- Shaina Phillips,Director of Student Life & Leadership, Rio Hondo College, sphillips@riohondo.edu
- Rosario L. Gonzalez, Accounting Technician I, Fiscal Services, Rio Hondo College, rlgonzalez@riohondo.edu
- Celia Ruby, ORR Intake Coordinator, Mckinley Children's Center, celiaruby82@gmail.com
Activities
- Member of Student Ambassador
- Member of Student Government
- Member of Queer initiative
- Member of Violence Intervention Program
Certification
- Certificate of Completion – Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Counseling
- CPI
Training
CPI, 40 hours RBT training
Languages
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Spanish
Timeline
Housing Case Manager-Community Supports/Cal AIM
Helpline Youth Counseling, Inc.
05.2025 - Current
BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
ASSESSMENT CONSULTATION TREATMENT
08.2024 - 05.2025
RESPITE
360 behavioral health
05.2024 - 05.2025
BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
ABA INC.
08.2023 - 07.2024
STUDENT SUCCESS COACH
Rio Hondo Community College
05.2022 - 09.2023
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
Westmoreland Academy
12.2021 - 01.2023
BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Inspira Behavior and Advocacy Specialists
06.2021 - 11.2021
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Rio Hondo College
08.2015 - 06.2020
VIOLENCE INTERVENTION PROGRAM
Rio Hondo College
08.2015 - 06.2020
Associate Degree - Sociology
Rio Hondo College