Valerie Bribiesca
Fullerton,CA
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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Attendant
Care Partners Home Care
Irvine, CA
06.2026 - Current
- Assist clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Administer prescribed medications while monitoring client responses for adverse effects.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans.
- Enhance client engagement through meaningful conversation and companionship activities.
- Maintain accurate records of client progress, health status, and care services provided.
- Transport individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Plan healthy meals, purchase ingredients, and cook meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
Lead Care Manager
Mercy House
Santa Ana, CA
07.2025 - 01.2026
- 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.
Peer Support Specialist
Clarvida
Anaheim, CA
06.2023 - 05.2025
- Facilitated peer support sessions to enhance coping strategies and emotional resilience among clients.
- Developed resource materials for clients, improving accessibility of mental health information.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage clients to engage in healthy behaviors.
- Promoted a strengths-based approach for clients through active listening and empathy.
- Encouraged self-care among peers by facilitating wellness workshops focused on stress reduction techniques like mindfulness exercises or yoga classes.
- Monitored client progress and provided feedback to improve therapeutic outcomes and program effectiveness.
- Advocated for clients' rights and access to community resources, fostering empowerment and self-advocacy skills.
- Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
Social Worker Assistant
Innovative Integrated Health OC PACE
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and services to enhance overall well-being.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans tailored to individual client needs.
- Conducted intake assessments to determine client eligibility for various support programs.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client interactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Increased access to resources by building partnerships with local organizations that provide essential services.
- Maintained current, written case management records, including ongoing documentation of services provided, and participants expressed wishes
- Enhanced client well-being by providing emotional support and guidance during difficult times.
Intensive Case Manager Temporary
Mental Health America Los Angeles
Long Beach, CA
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for clients with mental health needs.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate client progress and adjust interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and support systems.
- Facilitated crisis intervention and resolution strategies for at-risk individuals.
- Secured essential services such as medical care and substance abuse treatment for clients facing barriers due to insurance or financial limitations.
- Prevented homelessness among at-risk individuals by connecting them with appropriate housing options and financial assistance programs.
- Ensured continuity of care during crisis situations by coordinating emergency services, assessing risk factors, and creating safety plans for vulnerable clients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of case activities, ensuring compliance with agency policies and legal requirements.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary teams comprised of medical professionals, social workers and educators to address each client's unique needs holistically.
Education
Certified Mental Health Worker - Mental Health
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA08-2018
Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist - Substance Use Recovery
California Mental Health Services Authority
Orange, CA01-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA2019
Skills
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Cooperative
- Analytical thinking
- Efficient under pressure
Timeline
Personal Care Attendant
Care Partners Home Care
06.2026 - Current
Lead Care Manager
Mercy House
07.2025 - 01.2026
Peer Support Specialist
Clarvida
06.2023 - 05.2025
Social Worker Assistant
Innovative Integrated Health OC PACE
06.2021 - 05.2023
Intensive Case Manager Temporary
Mental Health America Los Angeles
04.2019 - 07.2019
Certified Mental Health Worker - Mental Health
Cerritos College
Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist - Substance Use Recovery
California Mental Health Services Authority
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
California State University, Fullerton