RAYLETTE CASTELLANOS-POUERIET
New York
Summary
Domestic Violence Advocate specializing in trauma-informed care and resource navigation, enhancing accessibility for survivors. Established strong partnerships with law enforcement and community organizations, improving support networks. Facilitated client empowerment through tailored strategies and active advocacy in legal and medical settings, resulting in increased client satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Domestic Violence Advocate
Crime Victim's Center
Ronkonkoma
08.2025 - Current
- Provided compassionate support to victims of domestic violence, fostering a safe environment for healing and recovery.
- Partnered with law enforcement and community organizations to create comprehensive support networks, enhancing resource accessibility for victims.
- Empowered victims through active listening and guidance, facilitating a supportive environment that promoted healing and resilience.
- Assessed client needs through structured interviews, enabling tailored support strategies that significantly improved client satisfaction.
- Advocated for clients in medical and legal settings to ensure proper care.
Domestic Violence Advocate
Long Island Against Domestic Violence
Ronkonkoma
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Guided clients through legal process to obtain protective orders, providing support during court hearings to ensure their rights are upheld.
- Implemented trauma-informed practices across all aspects of service delivery, promoting healing and resilience among survivors of domestic violence.
- Strengthened relationships with local law enforcement agencies, ensuring effective collaboration in responding to domestic violence incidents.
- Facilitated client self-sufficiency through comprehensive case management, connecting them to housing and employment resources to promote independence.
- Maintained detailed case records to ensure clear communication among team members and effective coordination of client care.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, New York05-2022
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Trauma-informed care
- Client assessment
- Safety planning
- Legal system navigation
- Resource navigation
- Effective communication
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Certification
- Rape Crisis Counselor
Timeline
Domestic Violence Advocate
Crime Victim's Center
08.2025 - Current
Domestic Violence Advocate
Long Island Against Domestic Violence
04.2023 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
SUNY Stony Brook