Sara Nava
Garden Grove,California
Summary
Compassionate social work professional with hands-on experience in case management and mental health interventions. Experienced in conducting biopsychosocial assessments and facilitating group sessions, contributing to improved client well-being and resource accessibility.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MSW Intern
Operation Jump Start
Long Beach, California
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments to identify individual strengths, needs, preferences, and goals for the school year.
- Facilitated bi-weekly groups on topics such as stress management and healthy coping mechanisms, empowering clients with essential life skills.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to high school and college students during individual counseling sessions improving clients' well-being.
- Participated in group and one-on-one clinical supervision sessions to discuss complex cases, receive feedback, and enhance professional development.
- Evaluated and maintained organized documentation of clients' social, emotional and psychological progress for ongoing treatment with their next counselor.
Case Manager
Volunteers of America
Fullerton, California
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address the needs and goals of the homeless population.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies, and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Assessed and evaluated clients' needs, determined service eligibility, and developed individualized plans.
- Networked with local law enforcement, the county outreach team, food pantries, churches, and other non-profits for immediate supplies.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
BSW Intern
Mutual Housing California
Sacramento, California
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Shadowed and assisted Lutheran Social Services, Turning Point, and Wellspace Health case managers on transports, home walkthroughs, and resource searches.
- Interacted with residents by phone, email or in-person to provide information on resources and remind them of upcoming workshops.
- Coordinated events for residents to stimulate positive mental health management.
- Met with resident council leaders to address concerns with community organizers, community builders, and property management.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN02-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Sacramento State
Sacramento, CA05-2022
Skills
- Case Management
- Mental Health Assessment
- Treatment Planning
- Client Advocacy
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Certification
Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW)
Timeline
MSW Intern
Operation Jump Start
08.2024 - 02.2025
Case Manager
Volunteers of America
11.2022 - 06.2023
BSW Intern
Mutual Housing California
08.2021 - 05.2022
Master of Arts - Social Work
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Sacramento State
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