Michelle Vargas

Supported parents with their opened child welfare cases

Provided emotional support

Participated in child welfare team meetings and meeting with social workers

Attended court hearings as support with parents

Referred parents to programs based on their child welfare objectives

• Assisted peers in navigating academic resources and support services
• Actively listened to peers, offering empathetic support and encouragement
• Engaged in training sessions to improve mentoring strategies and effectiveness
• Conducted regular check-ins with mentees to monitor progress towards achieving their goals and to address any concerns or challenges faced along the way.
• Enhanced peer understanding by providing one-on-one mentoring and support.
• Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.