Maritza Ibanez
Summary
Earnest individual with experience in human services field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Confident handling tasks independently and in teams with highly organized approach to work. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access to needed services.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist
Recovery Resource Council
12.2022 - Current
- Improved youth engagement by incorporating interactive activities and relatable examples in prevention education.
- Enhanced community awareness on substance abuse and other high-risk behaviors through public presentations and workshops.
- Empowered young people by teaching critical thinking skills and self-awareness techniques to resist negative influences effectively.
- Implemented evidence-based curricula designed to foster resiliency and protective factors among youth exposed to risk.
Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist
Viable Options In Community Endeavors
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with local organizations for a more comprehensive approach to substance abuse prevention in the community.
- Established partnerships with schools, businesses, and government agencies to promote a coordinated response to substance abuse issues in the community.
- Created safe spaces for open dialogue about addiction, fostering trust among participants in group settings.
- Promoted positive youth development through engaging school programs and activities designed to build protective factors against substance abuse.
TISD - ACE Instructor
Temple ISD, Cater Elementary/ Hector P. Garcia Elementary
10.2016 - 12.2018
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices for effective instruction.
- Organized extracurricular activities that enriched students'' educational experience beyond the classroom setting.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Baylor University
Waco, TX05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX12.2019
Skills
- Evidence-based practices
- Prevention strategies
- Cultural Competency
- Youth engagement
- Data Collection
- Case Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Education Internship Experience
Hematology/Oncology Social Work Intern at McLane Children's Hospital
August 2020- May 2021
Gained experience completing bio-psycho-social assessments with patients & parents, charting, consulting with multi-disciplinary teams, attending team rounds, scheduling meal and ride assistance through Medicaid, contacting resources for patients, completing applications for financial assistance.
Homeless Shelter Social Work Intern at Family Promise East Bell County
August 2018- December 2018
Gained experience conducting case-management meetings, typing and filing case-notes, attending community meetings and conferences, presenting cases and presentations for agency, sorting through donations, phone intakes and calls, giving referrals, entry and exit paperwork for clients.
Certification
- Youth Mental Health First Aid Training - 9/5/23-9/5/26
- CPR / AED / First-Aid (Adult / Child / Infant / Choking) AED / Injury & Universal Precautions- 3/18/24- 3/18/26
Timeline
Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist
Recovery Resource Council
12.2022 - Current
Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist
Viable Options In Community Endeavors
02.2022 - 11.2022
TISD - ACE Instructor
Temple ISD, Cater Elementary/ Hector P. Garcia Elementary
10.2016 - 12.2018
Master of Social Work -
Baylor University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
- Youth Mental Health First Aid Training - 9/5/23-9/5/26
- CPR / AED / First-Aid (Adult / Child / Infant / Choking) AED / Injury & Universal Precautions- 3/18/24- 3/18/26
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