Mila Derrick
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Psychology degree candidate on a B.S./M.S. track with hands-on experience providing trauma-informed, client-centered support to children, adolescents, unhoused families, and other vulnerable populations. Skilled in crisis intervention, de-escalation, behavior management, active listening, and case management, with a strong understanding of cultural awareness, HIPAA compliance, and interdisciplinary treatment planning. Experienced in mentoring youth in residential settings, supporting independent-living and transition plans, connecting individuals and families with essential community resources, and maintaining accurate client records. Brings a compassionate, strengths-based approach to fostering emotional well-being, resilience, stability, and positive behavioral outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Giving Coordinator
Thrive Causemetics
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Spearheaded the strategic planning, execution, and continuous optimization of high-impact events and multi-channel giving campaigns.
- Managed donor relations, enhancing personalized communications, streamlining donation processing, and creating persuasive marketing materials that increased outreach and participation.
- Developed and delivered compelling content including presentations, digital media, and storytelling campaigns to raise awareness and foster advocacy for partnered non-profit organizations.
- Coordinated curation and distribution of care packages and special gifts, ensuring families in need received meaningful support through efficient inventory and logistics management.
- Recorded data accurately into the database,, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
Program & Community Coordinator
Upward Bound House (UBH)
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Monitored and developed partnerships with community-based organizations to enhance services for families served by UBH.
- Coordinated donor engagement.
- Managed special events such as fairs and community events for participants and supporters of the organization.
- Built a network of volunteers to support organizational initiatives.
- Maintained records of all programming activities in HMIS and other tracking databases/tools.
- Secured item donations, maintained database inventory, and managed distribution.
- Served as a liaison between residents and management, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist
CASA Boys Group Home
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted participants in resolving crisis through active listening and Trauma Informed Care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive treatment plans.
- Empowered clients by teaching self-management techniques, promoting independence in daily activities.
- Developed individualized plans for children aging out of the group home.
- Provided guidance, supervision, and mentoring of boys (ages 12-18) assigned to group home.
- Developed educational materials for both internal staff training purposes as well as external resources for patients and families.
Project Management
Wolves
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Coordinated project timelines and schedules to meet deadlines effectively.
- Enhanced content workflow by implementing project management tools and strategies, improving collaboration and delivery timelines.
- Managed recruitment, interviewing, and supervision of small teams to optimize production of high-quality whiskey bottles.
Education
High School Diploma -
Agoura High School
Agoura Hills, CA06-2017
Associate of Arts - Psychology
De Anza College
Cupertino, CA09-2026
Skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- HIPAA and APA compliance
- Cultural awareness
- Data analysis
- Computer proficiency
- Case management
Community Service & Volunteer Work
- Beauty 2 The Streetz, Skid Row, 11/01/23 - 11/30/24, Provided food, clothes, and housing resources to the houseless community on Skid Row in DTLA.
- Penny Lane Centers, Fashion Show & Concert Fundraiser, 2016 - 2020, Assisted in raising money for Penny Lane.
Training
- HMIS
- Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP)
- First Aid
- CPR
- Water Safety (STRTP)
- Trauma Informed
- Mandated Reporter
- Crisis Management
- Behavior Management
- Emergency and Safety Procedures
Certification
HMIS, Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) First Aid, CPR Water Safety, (STRTP) Trauma Informed, Mandated Reporter, Crisis Management, Behavior Management, Emergency and Safety Procedures
Awards
Recognition of the commitment and support to the children and families of Penny Lane Centers.
Languages
- English
- French
Timeline
Giving Coordinator
Thrive Causemetics
01.2024 - 12.2024
Program & Community Coordinator
Upward Bound House (UBH)
01.2023 - 01.2024
Project Management
Wolves
01.2021 - 12.2022
Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist
CASA Boys Group Home
01.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Agoura High School
Associate of Arts - Psychology
De Anza College