Vanessa Jimenez
Roseville,CA
Summary
Experienced AMFT/APCC with 8 years in culturally responsive clinical care, youth supervision, and behavior change coaching. Skilled in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and case documentation, with bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Developed and implemented evidence-based interventions to enhance client safety and engagement. Focused on advancing clinical expertise within multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes for diverse populations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
MFT TRAINEE
ALAS (Ayudando A Latinos A Soñar)
Halfmoon Bay, CA
09.2025 - 05.2026
- Provided clinical services to a diverse caseload across the lifespan, including toddlers, children, adolescents, adults, and families, utilizing a systemic and culturally responsive approach.
- Facilitated therapeutic groups for elders and youth, enhancing intergenerational connection and emotional support within the community.
- Collaborated closely with families to strengthen attachment, improve communication, and support developmental and emotional needs.
- Facilitated therapeutic groups for elders and youth, fostering intergenerational connection, community engagement, and emotional support.
- Designed and co-facilitated a Youth Substance Use and Mindfulness Group, integrating evidence-based interventions such as:
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) to enhance readiness for change
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to address substance use patterns
- Mindfulness-based interventions for emotional regulation, stress reduction, and coping skills
- Psychoeducation on substance use, mental health, and healthy decision-making
- Coordinated county and community representatives to present on local resources and policy changes, addressing community needs for ALAS clients.
- Emphasized empowerment and social justice through a feminist therapy lens, addressing systemic inequalities impacting mental health.
- Actively advocated for underserved and marginalized populations by addressing barriers to care and promoting access to community and county resources.
GROUP SUPERVISOR
San Mateo County probation
San Mateo
04.2025 - 06.2026
- Led daily youth supervision and safety protocols while maintaining a structured rehabilitation environment.
- Coordinated crisis intervention strategies, successfully de-escalating tense situations and ensuring safety for all individuals involved.
- Implemented crisis de-escalation techniques that reduced repeated incidents among residents with measurable results.
- Documented incidents and progress reports to ensure legal compliance and guide treatment adjustments.
- Facilitated mentorship programs for at-risk youth, promoting emotional growth and resilience through supportive interactions.
- Facilitated mentorship programs for at-risk youth, fostering emotional growth and resilience in a compassionate environment.
- Documented incident reports, offering insights that enhanced staff training and strengthened care coordination.
PROBATION OFFICE INTERN
San Mateo County
Redwood City
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Compiled and analyzed data for court documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards, which improved case management efficiency.
- Prepared court documents and filed records to support 12+ court appearances monthly, improving case readiness.
- Accompanied probation officers on field visits to verify compliance and document observations for case summaries.
- Composed summary reports and correspondence that supported informed parole board reviews and supervisor actions.
- Compiled and analyzed data for court documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards to enhance case management.
- Streamlined file organization processes, enabling quicker retrieval times and improving operational efficiency within the office.
- Observed collaboration between probation officers and mental health programs to support defendant rehabilitation.
PERSONAL TRAINER
24 Hour Fitness
Redwood City
08.2022 - 03.2025
- Developed personalized training plans that improved client adherence and produced measurable fitness gains.
- Conducted assessments and tracked progress to adjust programs, enhancing client retention.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and tracked progress to adjust programs and boost client retention.
- Monitored client progress through data analysis, adjusting training plans to optimize results and enhance client satisfaction.
- Coached clients on safe exercise technique to reduce injury incidents and enhance workout consistency.
- Created a motivating environment that inspired clients to achieve fitness goals and develop lasting habits.
- Monitored client progress through data analysis, refining training plans to optimize results.
VAXTRACK ASSOCIATE
Milestone Technologies
Menlo Park
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Verified vaccination documentation for thousands of visitors ensuring compliance with site policies and reducing processing errors.
- Provided customer support at check-in, resolved access issues, and enhanced visitor throughput.
- Enforced health and safety protocols during events, decreased incident occurrence through consistent monitoring.
- Coordinated with security and management to escalate incidents, improving response times and operational continuity.
- Communicated safety protocols effectively, fostering trust and compliance among clients.
CASHIER/CUSTOMER SERVICE
Sigonas
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Managed customer service interactions to resolve issues promptly, improving satisfaction with measurable results.
- Managed customer service interactions to resolve issues promptly, enhancing customer satisfaction through effective solutions.
- Prepared and analyzed sales and product reports to inform stock decisions and enhance sales performance.
- Coordinated with store departments to streamline restocking and display setup, minimizing delays.
- Prepared and analyzed sales and product reports to guide stock decisions and boost sales performance.
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05-2024
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Skyline College
San Bruno, CA05-2022
High School or Equivalent - Counseling Psychology
Everest Public High School
Redwood City, CA12-2018
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Counseling
- Case documentation
- Client management
- Bilingual communication
- Referral management
- Cultural competency
- Client management
- Treatment planning
- Rapport building
- Cultural awareness
- Individual therapy
Certification
- CERTIFICATION IN INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC BIOLOGY AND DNA ANALYSIS
- TriTech Forensics Training
- Apr 2024
- North, SC
LANGUAGES
Spanish (Highly proficient)
Timeline
MFT TRAINEE
ALAS (Ayudando A Latinos A Soñar)
09.2025 - 05.2026
GROUP SUPERVISOR
San Mateo County probation
04.2025 - 06.2026
PROBATION OFFICE INTERN
San Mateo County
01.2024 - 12.2024
PERSONAL TRAINER
24 Hour Fitness
08.2022 - 03.2025
VAXTRACK ASSOCIATE
Milestone Technologies
07.2020 - 02.2022
CASHIER/CUSTOMER SERVICE
Sigonas
08.2018 - 06.2022
High School or Equivalent - Counseling Psychology
Everest Public High School
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Skyline College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Jose State University
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
University of San Francisco