Melissa Diaz-Cabrera,ASW
Tulare,CA
Summary
Dedicated social worker with over 5 years of experience in providing compassionate support and intervention. Known for a strong work ethic and adaptability, consistently delivering impactful services and meeting the needs of diverse populations. Core competencies include case management, crisis intervention, and collaborative problem-solving. Focused on advocating for the needs and overall wellbeing of those served.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Triage Social Worker
Tulare County Office Of Education
Visalia, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Provide brief mental health services to students during individual and group sessions to target individualized or group goals.
- Provided comprehensive linkage and referrals to outside mental health services, as well as resources for students and their families.
- Collaborated with the school district's multi-tiered systems, including Student Study Teams, to develop strategies and interventions to meet the students' academic, behavioral, and mental health needs.
- Participate in monthly collaborative meetings with outside mental health providers to enhance student care and outcomes.
- Facilitated parental workshops and classes to provide support to parents and their children in achieving school and academic success.
- Provided crisis intervention services for students in need of immediate assistance.
Medical Social Worker
Hinds Hospice
Fresno, CA
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Conduct psychosocial assessments
- Maintain confidential case documentation on electronic medical record
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet patient and family needs
- Facilitate care conferences and end-of-life conversations
- Provide resources to patients and families
- Investigate abuse or neglect cases and report to appropriate agencies as needed
Medical Social Work Intern
Sequoia Regional Cancer Center
Visalia, CA
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with supervisor and medical team to meet patient and family needs
- Conducted psychosocial assessments
- Addressed patient needs/concerns
- Maintained confidential case documentation in electronic medical record
- Provided emotional support and resources
- Provided education and support to patients' family members
Medical Social Work Intern
Kaweah Health Medical Center
Visalia, CA
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Maintained confidential case documentation and inputted onto electronic medical record
- Conducted psychosocial assessments
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary team of professionals to discuss patient goals of care and treatment plan
- Developed safety and discharge plans
- Facilitated family meetings
- Provided education and support to patients and families
Medical Social Work Intern
Manning Gardens Care Center
Fresno, CA
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Worked with the facility's department of Social Services
- Conducted psychosocial assessments with residents
- Reviewed the admission agreement and provided psychoeducation to residents and families.
- Inputted information into the facility's system regarding care plans.
- Scheduled transportation for residents' weekly appointments.
- Maintained communication with residents' families regarding scheduled visitation.
- Addressed residents' questions or concerns as needed.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA05.2020
High School Diploma -
Woodlake Union High School
Woodlake, CA06.2016
Skills
- Fluent in English and Spanish (oral and written communication)
- Computational skills
- Mindfulness-Based Interventions
- Case management
- Referral and linkage
- Psychosocial assessments
- Crisis intervention and risk assessment
- Electronic Medical Record Documentation
- Computational skills
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- Passed LCSW Law and Ethics exam - October 2023
- Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) - hours completed, pending approval
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC)- Certificate of Clearance obtained, hour accrual in progress
References
- Gianna Merriam, LCSW, Clinical Supervisor at TCOE Behavioral Health Services (559) 304-3118
- Mary Xavier, LCSW, Clinical Supervisor at TCOE Behavioral Health Services (559) 429-5404
- Teri Collet, ACSW, LCSW, ACHP-SW, Grief Counselor at Hinds Hospice (209) 681-5226
- Maria Torres, MS, Grief Counselor, Center for Grief and Healing and Loss Team at Hinds Hospice (559) 367-5111
Timeline
Triage Social Worker
Tulare County Office Of Education
01.2024 - Current
Medical Social Worker
Hinds Hospice
08.2022 - 12.2023
Medical Social Work Intern
Sequoia Regional Cancer Center
03.2022 - 05.2022
Medical Social Work Intern
Kaweah Health Medical Center
08.2021 - 03.2022
Medical Social Work Intern
Manning Gardens Care Center
08.2020 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - Social Work
California State University, Fresno
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
California State University, Fresno
High School Diploma -
Woodlake Union High School
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