Saul Larios
Los Angeles,California
Summary
With a Master of Social Work (MSW) and a strong foundation in behavioral health and human services, my career has centered around supporting individuals and communities. My previous roles in child welfare and behavioral health have equipped me with a deep understanding of organizational dynamics, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed leadership.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Children's social worker II
Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services
Los Angeles County, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Managed child welfare cases focused on child safety, permanency, and well-being. Conducted home visits, family interviews, safety assessments, and case planning while maintaining accurate documentation in CWS/CMS and preparing court-related reports. Collaborated with families, caregivers, service providers, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and support positive outcomes for children and families.
Emergency Response Intern
Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services
Los Angeles County
09.2024 - 05.2025
- As a Social Work Emergency Response Intern with the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) in Glendale, I conduct comprehensive family assessments to evaluate the safety and well-being of children in response to allegations of abuse or neglect. My responsibilities include interviewing children and adults using structured, trauma-informed approaches to assess family dynamics, risk factors, and protective factors. I evaluate physical, emotional, and environmental indicators of potential maltreatment and apply mandated reporting protocols to inform critical decisions regarding child safety, including potential removal or services.
Resource Family Social Worker
NUEVO AMANECER LATINO CHILDREN'S SERVICES
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Conduct weekly home visits to assess the safety of children residing within homes and prepare detailed reports for each visit. File special incident reports for children under my care, proficient in the LA County PMIS System. Utilize the Exym system to manage children's documents, files, and reports. Ensure the well-being and security of all children with my caseload in foster homes. Provide support in facilitating essential services, including medical, dental, and emergency removals and placements. Conduct thorough home inspections for both prospective and current foster parents. Gather pertinent information on child safety through interviewing both parents and children, conducting trauma-informed body checks to identify signs of abuse, and performing home inspections.
Facilities Manager
Sycamores
Altadena, California, United States
03.2022 - 03.2024
- I used trauma informed care to provide supervision, guidance, support and behavioral interventions to male foster youth ages 12-18 who are receiving mental health treatment in a short-term residential facility. I supervised and oversaw the day-day functions of a dozen staff within a treatment facilities with five living facilities, a full kitchen, a fleet of trucks, a sports complex and a medical center. I filled out reports on incidents that occurred on campus, and followed all local, state and federal regulations. I provided mental health support and behavioral intervention to youths who displayed unsafe behaviors such as homicidal and suicidal ideation.
Behavioral Therapist
Maxim Healthcare Staffing
Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Met with children from the ages of 6 to 18 with Behavioral issues. I assessed patient condition, fostering positive behavior, minimizing negative habits, monitoring progress, and helping improve patients' lives by creating individualized plans that meet their needs.
Community Engagement Coordinator
Institute for Public Strategies
Culver City, CA
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed a community effort to promote a solution for Second-hand smoke within Multi-unit housing within the city of Los Angeles. I utilized a budget of thousands of dollars to Educate residents of the dangers of Second-hand smoke and how they can enact change within their community.
Academic Coordinator
Raincross Boxing Academy
Riverside
09.2018 - 08.2021
- Developed a mentorship program, in which we tutored, mentored, and educated the at-risk youth of Riverside on their career options. I trained and supervised nearly a dozen interns on how to mentor, tutor, and construct lesson plans to educate at-risk youth. I managed a budget of thousands of dollars to create events that gave essential resources such as food, school supplies, and clothing to at-risk youth and their families for free. I facilitated partnerships with numerous government agencies such as the Riverside Police Foundation, Riverside District attorney's office, and local businesses to acquire sufficient funding for these events.
- Coordinated schedules for classes, events, and competitions to optimize facility usage and athlete participation.
Community Ambassador
City of Moreno Valley
Moreno Valley, California, United States
02.2021 - 07.2021
- I was the primary point of contact for the City of Moreno Valley for Small businesses and local Non-Profits. I met with local non-profits to discuss their goals and what services the city of Moreno Valley could provide to help them achieve those goals. I coordinated different city agencies to provide necessary services for businesses, non-profits, and citizens to help them achieve their goals.
Community Service Officer
University of California Police Department
Riverside County, California, United States
05.2019 - 05.2021
- I patrolled designated campus buildings, all residence halls, parking lots and libraries, acting as the “eyes and ears” of UCPD, and provide a visible deterrent to crime. I was a liaison between students and the UCPD and assisted with outreach activities. Working closely with approved private security guard companies, we provide service for departments that require a security presence and for short term special events.
Education
Master of Social Work - MSW - Social Work
California State University
Los Angeles06-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And History
University of California
Riverside06-2021
High School Diploma - undefined
John H. Francis Polytechnic High School
06-2017
Skills
- Accounting
- Teaching
- Research
- Child development
- Mental health assessment
- Individual counseling
- Child welfare services/case management system (CWS/CMS)
- Trauma-informed care
- Clinical documentation
- Client documentation
- Community resources
- Conflict resolution
Certification
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, Professional Assault Crisis Training
Personal Information
Title: Social Worker
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Children's social worker II
Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services
08.2025 - Current
Emergency Response Intern
Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services
09.2024 - 05.2025
Resource Family Social Worker
NUEVO AMANECER LATINO CHILDREN'S SERVICES
09.2023 - 06.2024
Behavioral Therapist
Maxim Healthcare Staffing
09.2022 - 06.2023
Facilities Manager
Sycamores
03.2022 - 03.2024
Community Engagement Coordinator
Institute for Public Strategies
07.2021 - 12.2021
Community Ambassador
City of Moreno Valley
02.2021 - 07.2021
Community Service Officer
University of California Police Department
05.2019 - 05.2021
Academic Coordinator
Raincross Boxing Academy
09.2018 - 08.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
John H. Francis Polytechnic High School
Master of Social Work - MSW - Social Work
California State University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And History
University of California