Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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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
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
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
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
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.
Melissa Espino