Maria Viera
Reno,NV
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
2
2
Languages
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Wic Breastfeeding peer counsoler/Clerk
Community Health Allince
Reno, NV
03.2013 - Current
- Delivered breastfeeding education and support to mothers in community health programs.
- Facilitated peer support groups, enabling breastfeeding mothers to share experiences and advice.
- Coordinated outreach initiatives that increased community awareness of breastfeeding benefits.
- Conducted one-on-one counseling sessions to resolve individual breastfeeding challenges.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of breastfeeding practices and community health guidelines.
- Empowered mothers by sharing personal experiences and fostering a supportive environment.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and services, tracking progress towards breastfeeding goals.
- Assisted with identifying barriers that could potentially prevent successful breastfeeding experiences.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development activities such as reading research articles or attending webinars related to lactation topics.
- Provided referrals to community resources, facilitating additional support for breastfeeding mothers.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling for clients to ensure timely access to services. and provided direction to services.
- Communicated with customers and employees to answer questions or explain information.
- Reviewed and confirmed accuracy of all paperwork prior to submission. prior to submission for processing.
- Converted physical documents into digital formats to improve accessibility and organization. ensuring accuracy of content.
- Answered customer inquiries via phone and email.
- Experience working with high risk pregnancies.
Education
High School Diploma -
La Habra
La Habra, CASome College (No Degree) - Human Services
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CACertified CHW
Nevada Certification Board
Reno, NVQualified Medical Interpreter
Cross Cultural Services LLC
Reno, NVMedical Assistant
National Education Center
Long Beach, CAInstruction in Injections and Withdraw Blood
National Education Center
Long Beach, CAPre-School Teacher
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CADirector of a State Licensed Child Care Program
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CACertified Tutor Of Adults
Fillip Morris Companies Inc Gateway
Los Angeles CWomen In Neighborhood Groups Support Program
Community Health Program
S Los Angeles Community Aids ProgramParent Enhancement Program
El Nido Fam, Centers
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Breastfeeding education
- Peer support group facilitation
- Community outreach coordination
- Client relationship management
- Resource referral
- Effective communication
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Dependable and responsible
- Cultural awareness
- Verbal communication
- Task prioritization
- Excellent communication
- Clerical support
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
- Nominated for Employee of the Year
- Employee Of the Quarter in Community Health Alliance
- Recognize by the State of Nevada
- Recognize by USDA
- Corticate Of Appreciation on Superior Efforts in Supporting as a PC
- Certificate Of Appreciation on out Standing Work as a PC
- Honored as a Star Peer Counselor in the state of Nevada 3 time
- Recognize as a Wonderful Asset to our State's Moms and Babies
- Certificate Of Appreciation for Translation Assistance in Parent Education Training
- Certificates Of Perfect Attendance
- Certificate Of Appreciation for Community Representative
- Certificate Of Achievement Joining The Team
- Certificate Of Appreciation for Community Event
- Recognize by Senator Teresa P, Hughes, as a Parent Policy Committee Member
- Certificate Of Leadership Champion
Timeline
Wic Breastfeeding peer counsoler/Clerk
Community Health Allince
03.2013 - Current
High School Diploma -
La Habra
Some College (No Degree) - Human Services
Cerritos College
Certified CHW
Nevada Certification Board
Qualified Medical Interpreter
Cross Cultural Services LLC
Medical Assistant
National Education Center
Instruction in Injections and Withdraw Blood
National Education Center
Pre-School Teacher
Cerritos College
Director of a State Licensed Child Care Program
Cerritos College
Certified Tutor Of Adults
Fillip Morris Companies Inc Gateway
Women In Neighborhood Groups Support Program
Community Health Program
Parent Enhancement Program
El Nido Fam, Centers