Sonia Fernandez Lopez
Portland,OR
Summary
Sonia is an MSW Clinical student at Portland State University, dedicated to serving her community using Trauma-Informed Skills and values. She has seen and personally experienced the life-changing results of community resources and strives to do the same for those she serves.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
School Social Work Intern
Parkrose School District
09.2025 - 06.2026
- Assisted in crisis intervention strategies, providing immediate support during critical incidents affecting students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through empathetic listening and open communication, fostering trusting relationships conducive to growth.
- Facilitated communication between families, school personnel, and community resources to address student needs effectively.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to create a supportive and inclusive school environment for all students.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing valuable insights to inform student-centered interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, ensuring compliance with district policies and regulations.
Direct Cash Transfer Youth Consultant
Point Source Youth
09.2023 - 12.2025
- Coordinated resources and services for youth programs in collaboration with community organizations (NAYA, Outside In, AntFarm, JbarJ, DHS) to enhance program accessibility.
- Advise on Direct Cash Transfer (DCT) program development for youth experiencing homelessness.
- Presented youth engagement strategies and DCT initiatives to stakeholders and at conferences, fostering awareness and collaboration.
- Engaged youth through outreach and supportive programming initiatives to increase participation and resource utilization.
- Develop program materials and resources for recruitment and orientation.
Suicide Prevention Internship
Multnomah County Health Department
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with staff to organize community events focused on health awareness.
- Planned and executed community outreach programs, strengthening community relations.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss ongoing projects and share insights.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Portland State University
Portland, OR06-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Family And Human Services
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR09-2021
Skills
- Community outreach
- Data collection and analysis
- Client advocacy
- Community resources
- Professional ethics
- Trauma-informed care
Languages
Spanish
Projects
- Created a documentary that was donated to the University of Oregon Library, Edwin Marin balbuena–This Is
My Story https://latinoroots.uoregon.edu/aiovg_
videos/edwin-marin-balbuena/ - McNair Scholar: Conducted research on Direct Cash Transfers: Empowering Homeless Youth: The Role of Direct Cash Transfers in Supporting Independent Living
- Complected the required credits for a Minor in Latinx Studies
- Contributed to a Portland State led Website and Blog dedicated in raising awareness of houseless individuals.
Timeline
School Social Work Intern
Parkrose School District
09.2025 - 06.2026
Direct Cash Transfer Youth Consultant
Point Source Youth
09.2023 - 12.2025
Suicide Prevention Internship
Multnomah County Health Department
06.2023 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Portland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Family And Human Services
University of Oregon