Yarely Valencia-Aguila
Kelso,WA
Summary
Compassionate professional with several years of experience in settings. Skilled at managing multiple cases with great attention to detail and knowledge of local resources. Known for providing caring and comprehensive support to families and children.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker - Child and Youth
DCYF
Kelso, WA
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted parents and guardians in accessing community resources such as housing, medical care, educational opportunities.
- Cultivated relationships with local organizations dedicated to helping underserved communities.
- Developed service plans for clients that included short-term goals and long-term objectives.
- Identified potential safety risks within the home environment during assessment visits.
- Assisted clients in developing positive coping skills needed for successful independent living.
- Provided crisis intervention to children and youth in need of immediate assistance.
- Conducted home visits to assess client needs, evaluate progress, and provide resources to families.
- Provided counseling services individually or in a group setting to promote healthy behavior changes among clients.
- Maintained detailed records of client information and services provided in accordance with agency policy.
- Educated clients on mental health issues related to their circumstances.
- Advocated on behalf of vulnerable children and youth in court proceedings or other legal settings.
- Participated in case conferences to discuss treatment plans and coordinate services between agencies.
- Monitored client progress via regular follow-up assessments and documented results accordingly.
- Worked with community resources to engage youth in pro-social activities and help families access services.
- Investigated reports or indications of abuse, neglect or exploitation of at-risk adults, adolescents and children.
- Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
- Interfaced with local court system, attending court proceedings and working directly with attorneys.
Trainer/HR Assistant
Columbia Fruit LLC
Woodland, WA
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Documented human resources records and maintained confidentiality of sensitive personal information
- Responded to inquiries by answering telephone calls, in-person questions and emails
- Supported coordination of benefits open enrollment activities and process
- Oversaw and managed hiring process and assisted human resources
- Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems and interpret compensation and benefits policies
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes and talent management
- Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures
- Advocated for staff members and counsel supervisors to identify and resolve conflicts
- Completed projects on time and under budget while resolving complex issues for senior leaders
- Translated Legal documents for Spanish speaking employees
- Launched company-wide HR strategies, practices and benefits and compensation policies to drive departmental and business objectives.
Security Guard
Lower Columbia College
Longview, WA
12.2020 - 11.2022
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises
- Completed full building and grounds patrols every hour to spot and investigate concerns
- Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities
- Remained calm, assertive and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
Sales Associate
Ross Dress For Less
Longview, WA
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging
- Achieved perfect attendance and on-time record
- Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques
- Prepared large cash deposits with zero discrepancies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Washington State University
05.2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Lower Columbia College
05.2019
Skills
- Training Employees
- Spanish Interpreting
- Efficient and Detail-Oriented
- Upbeat and Positive Personality
- Calm and Professional Under Pressure
- Community Referrals
- Adaptability
- Microsoft Word
- Mental Health Assessment
- Child Welfare Policies
- Parenting Skills Education
- Substance abuse awareness
- Self-care strategies
- Professional boundaries
- Case Management
- Community Resources
- Child welfare advocate
- Home visits
- Problem-solving abilities
- Trauma Informed Care Framework
- Parent-child conflict specialist
- Experience with at-risk youth
Custom
Spanish, Professional Working
Timeline
Social Worker - Child and Youth
DCYF
01.2023 - Current
Trainer/HR Assistant
Columbia Fruit LLC
12.2021 - 08.2022
Security Guard
Lower Columbia College
12.2020 - 11.2022
Sales Associate
Ross Dress For Less
04.2018 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Washington State University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Lower Columbia College
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