Mental Health Worker
9 Years 9 MonthsParadise Valley Hospital | San Diego, CA | 01.2017 - Current
- Lead 20+ weekly counseling sessions for mild–moderate cases
- Administer PHQ-9/GAD-7 screenings; summarize results for care teams
- Coordinate telehealth follow-ups and home visits—cut no-show rates from 45% to 20%
Behavioral Health Intern
1 Year 4 MonthsFriendship for Hope | San Diego, CA | 06.2025 - Current
- Conducted intake assessments and PHQ-9 screenings for 20+ clients
- Co-facilitated support groups on stress management—boosted engagement by 30%
Cultural Specialist
6 YearsNaval Special Warfare ATC | Coronado, CA | 01.2015 - 01.2021
- Developed 50+ cross-cultural training modules and scenario exercises
- Raised trainee cultural-competence scores by 30% through interactive workshops
Community Health & Social Worker
2 Years 11 MonthsJesuit Refugee Service | Nairobi | 01.2014 - 12.2016
- Screened 150+ refugees (FR/SW/EN); identified 60% moderate–severe depression
- Ran weekly psychoeducation workshops—improved attendance by 40%
Volunteer Counselor & Small-Business Coach
2 Years 2 MonthsRefugee Women’s Network | Nairobi | 04.2009 - 06.2011
- Provided trauma-informed counseling to 75+ women
- Managed microloan program—80% repayment rate; 65% average income increase