Priscilla De La Vega
Riverside,USA
Summary
Experienced with community outreach and public health education, providing vital support to improve community well-being. Utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage and educate diverse populations. Knowledge of local healthcare resources and systems ensures comprehensive and accessible health services for all community members.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Health Worker
Riverside Community Health Foundation
01.2024 - Current
- Fostered community partnerships to enhance health outcomes, coordinating with local organizations for impactful outreach programs.
- Provided compassionate support to diverse populations, addressing health disparities through culturally sensitive interventions.
- Built trust within diverse communities through cultural competency training, empathetic communication skills, and active listening techniques.
- Cultivate strategic partnerships with local organizations, driving comprehensive community health initiatives and fostering sustainable wellness outcomes.
- Promoted access to healthcare services for underprivileged populations through community outreach efforts.
- Connected families with necessary social services, alleviating barriers to healthcare access and improving quality of life.
Food Pantry Lead
Riverside Community Health Foundation
01.2024 - Current
- Create welcoming environment by greeting community members, fostering positive interactions.
- Efficiently assemble and distribute food packages, enhancing distribution speed and accuracy.
- Monitor inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking and uninterrupted service.
- Addressed any concerns or conflicts promptly among volunteers, fostering a collaborative work atmosphere conducive to efficient operations.
- Streamline food distribution processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing wait times for community members in need
- Expanded partnerships within the local community to secure additional sources of food donations from grocery stores, restaurants, and farms.
- Continuously optimized pantry layout to facilitate easy access to various types of foods based on client preferences and needs.
Cashier Team Lead
Stater Brothers Markets
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed cash transactions efficiently, ensuring accuracy and customer satisfaction. Resolved issues promptly, enhancing store reputation.
- Maintained meticulous records of transactions, reducing errors and streamlining end-of-day reconciliation processes.
- Worked seamlessly with team members to manage peak hours, improving overall store efficiency and customer experience.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and concerns with patience and empathy, fostering positive shopping experiences.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business
Cashier
99 Cents Only Stores
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Maintained meticulous records of transactions, reducing discrepancies. Organized checkout area for optimal efficiency, enhancing customer flow.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and store navigation. Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, welcoming environment.
- Consistently met daily sales targets. Implemented upselling techniques, contributing to increased average transaction value.
- Proposed and implemented new cash handling procedures, improving accuracy and speed. Adapted quickly to new POS systems, enhancing operational efficiency.
Sales Assistant
Profusion Cosmetics
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.
- Helped customers complete purchases and locate items
- Assist in data entries from customers through Microsoft Excel and SAP program
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and quickly notified vendors to request replacements
- Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise
Education
Undergraduate - Public Health
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06-2027
High School Diploma - undefined
Norte Vista High School
Riverside, CA05.2020
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Health education
- Organized and detail oriented
- Team assignments
- Community-based resources
- Public outreach
- Referral coordination
- Data collection
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- Microsoft Programs
- Community Outreach
- Food safety
- Heavy Lifting
- Problem-Solving
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Certified Community Health Worker
LANGUAGES
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Community Health Worker
Riverside Community Health Foundation
01.2024 - Current
Food Pantry Lead
Riverside Community Health Foundation
01.2024 - Current
Cashier Team Lead
Stater Brothers Markets
06.2021 - 03.2022
Cashier
99 Cents Only Stores
08.2019 - 02.2020
Sales Assistant
Profusion Cosmetics
07.2018 - 08.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Norte Vista High School
Undergraduate - Public Health
University of California, Riverside
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