Yesenia Pecina
Orlando,FL
Summary
Invested Social Worker dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for best interest of clients. Expertise in Forensic Social Work. Respectful and compassionate professional offering 10-year background serving community by providing guidance for clients in need.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Alternative Sentencing and Mitagation Specialist
The Office Of The Public Defender, Ninth Judicial
01.2014 - Current
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute mental health or substance abuse issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Facilitated successful client transitions from the Orange County Jail to adult rehabilitation programs.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Supervised interns, providing direction on best practices in social work and contributing to their professional growth as practitioners.
- Assisted clients in navigating the legal system, attending court hearings as needed and providing support throughout the process.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Educated legal professionals on the nuances of mental health issues, contributing to informed decision-making processes in court proceedings.
Social Work MSW Intern
The Salvation Army Women's And Children Shelter
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Delivered culturally competent counseling to diverse populations, promoting mental health and wellbeing.
- Facilitated psychoeducation groups on topics such as stress management, coping skills, and interpersonal communication.
- Managed crisis situations effectively by providing appropriate interventions and referrals for additional services.
- Advocated for clients'' needs within the social service system to ensure access to necessary resources and services.
- Developed individualized case management plans in collaboration with clients to achieve self-sufficiency goals.
Volunteer
Habitat For Humanity Restore
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Provided community resources to clients that would come into the store.
Education
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2018
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2014
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish, Written and Verbal
- Microsoft Office
- Referrals and networking
- Psychosocial assessments
Registered Clinical Social Work Intern (License Number: #19304)
Began supervision in September 2023
Timeline
Social Work MSW Intern
The Salvation Army Women's And Children Shelter
08.2017 - 05.2018
Alternative Sentencing and Mitagation Specialist
The Office Of The Public Defender, Ninth Judicial
01.2014 - Current
Volunteer
Habitat For Humanity Restore
01.2013 - 05.2013
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Central Florida
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