Natasha Martinez, LCSW, PPSC
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 7+ years of experience in medical, educational and community mental health settings. Skilled in patient engagement, health communications, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Adept at translating clinical insights into outreach strategies that improve service utilization and patient experience. Seeking to contribute to healthcare marketing initiatives that promote wellness, strengthen provider-patient relationships and expand access to care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychotherapist
Rula
01.2024 - Current
- Conduct virtual outreach and engagement with diverse client populations and promote participation in telehealth services.
- Design and implement individualized care plans aligned with organizational wellness campaigns and service goals.
- Leverage communication strategies to build client trust and retention within competitive healthcare platforms.
Medical Social Worker
Adventist Health Hospital
10.2021 - Current
- Partner with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient experience and discharge outcomes.
- Coordinate patient education and resources to support brand trust and hospital service awareness.
- Analyze patient needs and trends to inform service improvements nd marketing of support programs.
School Social Worker
Kern High School District
07.2019 - Current
- Provide direct clinical services to students and families.
- Develop and deliver school-wide behavioral health awareness initiatives, increase engagement among 2000+ students.
- Present data driven reports to stakeholders to support continued funding and visibility of wellness programs.
- Coordinate referrals to external support services.
Psychotherapist (Crisis Response)
InSync Recruiting, Kaiser Permanente
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Coordinate psychiatric admissions and discharges.
- Perform clinical assessments, crisis interventions, and diagnoses using DSM criteria.
- Refer members for urgent care or hospitalization as needed.
MSW Field Instructor
California State University, Bakersfield
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Supervised MSW student(s) in field practicum with reflective guidance and professional development.
- Promoted integration of classroom knowledge with fieldwork, reinforcing core social work values.
Associate School Social Worker
Bakersfield City School District
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Provided case management and individual/group therapy services.
- Partnered with families and school teams to address attendance and behavioral concerns.
- Conducted home visits and coordinated support services.
School Wellness Center Social Worker (Intern)
Bakersfield City School District
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided therapy across various modalities including individual, couples, and family.
- Supported clients with resource navigation and case management.
Education
Pupil Personnel Services Credential -
University of California, Los Angeles
08.2019
Master of Social Work - undefined
California State University, Bakersfield
05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix, Bakersfield
05.2016
Skills
- Healthcare Communications & Outreach
- Trauma-Informed and Culturally Competent Engagement
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Patient and Provider Management
- Crisis Intervention & Risk Assessment
- Individual, Group & Family Therapy
- Case Management & Discharge Planning
- Evidence-Based Interventions (CBT, EMDR, Solution-Focused)
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), California: 117573
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC)
- National Provider ID: 16043824
Timeline
Psychotherapist (Crisis Response)
InSync Recruiting, Kaiser Permanente
10.2024 - 12.2024
Psychotherapist
Rula
01.2024 - Current
MSW Field Instructor
California State University, Bakersfield
01.2023 - 06.2024
Medical Social Worker
Adventist Health Hospital
10.2021 - Current
School Social Worker
Kern High School District
07.2019 - Current
Associate School Social Worker
Bakersfield City School District
08.2018 - 07.2019
School Wellness Center Social Worker (Intern)
Bakersfield City School District
06.2017 - 08.2018
Master of Social Work - undefined
California State University, Bakersfield
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix, Bakersfield
Pupil Personnel Services Credential -
University of California, Los Angeles