Melissa Espino
Perris,CA
Summary
As a diligent job seeker, I offer experience in outreach and therapy services across clinics, schools, and community settings. I take pride in my strong work ethic, professional demeanor, and exceptional initiative, which are the hallmarks of my reputation. My ultimate goal is to make a positive impact in all aspects of my work, which I believe is essential to achieving outstanding results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Specialist
Family Service Association/ First 5 Riverside
Moreno Valley, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Maintained existing and developed new partnerships with many local organizations to facilitate community involvement.
- Engaged in county-wide community events and meetings each month throughout Riverside County.
- Gathered community data to identify emerging trends.
- Maintained detailed records of all activities related to each project, ensuring accurate reporting and documentation.
- Actively participated in professional networks and attended industry conferences to stay informed.
- Served as a trusted resource and advocate for residents by providing guidance, support, and assistance with navigating various social services or government programs available to them.
Assistant Site Coordinator
Think Together, Inc
Perris, CA
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted with the coordination of daily operations of a site, including staffing and scheduling.
- Monitored safety regulations and ensured compliance to all applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed the budget for supplies, materials, services, personnel expenses, and other administrative costs associated with running the site.
- Organized and coordinated events such as conferences, meetings, workshops, or training sessions.
- Collaborated with various departments to support and establish programs, lessons, and student activities.
Teacher Assistant/Registered Behavior Technician
Big Springs School
Temecula, CA
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plans.
- Handled incoming calls and directed callers to the appropriate department or employee.
- Encouraged and improved cross-departmental internal communication.
- Assisted in developing positive behavior support plans to promote desired behaviors, and decrease problem behaviors.
- Implemented interventions outlined in behavior plans with precision and accuracy.
Registered Behavior Technician/Teacher Assistant
Golden State Traid
Moreno Valley, CA
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Worked as part of a collaborative team to address the changing needs of children and families.
- Oversaw students in the classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support the lead teacher.
- I consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans, as deemed appropriate by the team leader.
- Crisis prevention for high-risk clients, and provide support for clients and their families.
- Encouraged clients to develop interpersonal skills, and engage in social interactions, or other therapeutic activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychological Science
California State University San Marcos
05-2023
Skills
- Special Education Management
- Data collection and analysis
- Referrals and networking
- Computer and Microsoft Office skills
- Experience in nonprofit organizations
- Collaborative partnership building
- Flexible and adaptable
- Detail-oriented
Certification
- Mandated Reporter
- Navigating the System of Care for Young Children with Special Needs and their Families: A Trauma-Informed Approach from The University of Southern California
- Interdiction for the Protection of Children Training from the Texas Department of Public Safety
- Mental Health First Aid USA from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing
- Emergency Preparedness & amp; the ADA from IEHP
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Community Specialist
Family Service Association/ First 5 Riverside
04.2024 - Current
Assistant Site Coordinator
Think Together, Inc
09.2023 - 03.2024
Teacher Assistant/Registered Behavior Technician
Big Springs School
03.2022 - 09.2022
Registered Behavior Technician/Teacher Assistant
Golden State Traid
09.2021 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychological Science
California State University San Marcos
References
References available upon request.