VALERIE BRIBIESCA
La Habra
Summary
Diligent with rich background in supporting diverse communities through social services. Proven track record of delivering impactful programs and interventions tailored to individual needs. Demonstrated effective crisis management and strong advocacy skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Care Manager
Mercy House
07.2025 - Current
- Facilitated consumer access to essential resources through advocacy and coordination.
- Facilitation of groups and/or assignments as required by Lead Peer Specialist/Mentors, Clinical Manager and/or Program Director
- Develop effective working relationships with agencies and organizations to advocate for consumer and family/caregiver empowerment
- Document all activities as required
- Maintain and ensure HIPAA, ethical standards and professional boundaries
- Educated clients and families on community resources, treatment options and health care services to better manage conditions.
- Developed care plans tailored to individual patient needs, enhancing quality of life and support services.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies based on outcomes and feedback from healthcare providers.
- Advocated for patients' rights and needs within healthcare systems, fostering collaborative relationships with providers.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through empathetic listening and compassionate communication techniques.
Social Worker
Clarvida
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and develop tailored intervention plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and improve client outcomes.
- Facilitated support groups, providing clients with coping strategies and community resources.
- Developed and implemented case management strategies to address complex social issues effectively.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions for clients struggling with mental health challenges or behavioral concerns.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to build supportive, communicative client networks.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
In Home Supportive Services Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Administered medication and monitored health conditions to ensure client safety and well-being.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals and family members.
- Assisted clients with mobility and physical exercises to enhance strength and coordination.
- Implemented strategies to improve clients' emotional well-being through engaging activities and companionship.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely arrival and support during visits.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
SOCIAL WORKER ASSISTANT
Innovative Integrated Health
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Adapted when more responsibility was required for success of entire workplace
- Modeled responsible attitude by showing resilience, rather than allowing negative emotions to set in
- Conveyed respect and dignity to other individuals while continuing to deal appropriately with aversion
- Administered individual and family counseling as needed, developed and lead group counseling and support activities
- In conjunction with interdisciplinary team, coordinated discharge planning for participants returning home from hospital or facility
- Maintained current, written case management records, including ongoing documentation of services provided, and participants expressed wishes
Education
Human Services: Human Services
California State University
Fullerton, CA08.2018
Skills
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Cooperative
- Analytical thinking
- Efficient under pressure
Timeline
Lead Care Manager
Mercy House
07.2025 - Current
Social Worker
Clarvida
02.2024 - 06.2025
In Home Supportive Services Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
08.2022 - 07.2024
SOCIAL WORKER ASSISTANT
Innovative Integrated Health
06.2022 - 05.2023
Human Services: Human Services
California State University
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