Ashlee Garcia
Visalia
Summary
Motivated Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need. Collaborative and analytical advocate builds strategic partnerships, advocate for clients and advance change for communities in need.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker III
Tulare County Child Welfare Services
2017.06 - Current
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Enhanced community outreach efforts for better service accessibility and increased program enrollment.
- 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.
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, providing guidance on effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Assisted clients in navigating the legal system, attending court hearings as needed and providing support throughout the process.
- Collaborated with schools to address students'' social-emotional needs, working closely with teachers and administrators to create supportive learning environments.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
Probation Officer II
Tulare County Probation Department
2014.12 - 2017.06
- Enhanced offender rehabilitation by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Reduced recidivism rates through diligent supervision and monitoring of probationers'' activities.
- Collaborated with treatment providers to ensure seamless delivery of services for probationers, resulting in improved outcomes.
- Conducted thorough pre-sentence investigations and prepared detailed reports for the courts, aiding informed decisionmaking.
Probation Correctional Officer
Tulare County Probation Department
2014.04 - 2014.12
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Facilitated rehabilitation programs for inmates, promoting positive behavioral changes and reducing recidivism rates.
Program Leader
Pro-Youth Heart
2012.08 - 2014.04
- Monitored program performance through regular evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology & Restorative Justice
Fresno Pacific University
Visalia, CA12.2013
Associate of Arts - Transfer Studies
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA05.2011
High School Diploma -
Redwood High School
Visalia, CA 06.2008
Skills
- Service Planning
- Client Confidentiality
- Safety Planning
- Case Documentation
- Family Case Management
- Risk Assessment
- Client Needs Assessment
- Client Documentation
- Family Reunification Specialist
- Social Services
Certification
- Social Worker CORE Training
- Probation Officer CORE Training
- Probation Correctional Officer CORE Training
- Pepper Spray Training
- Weaponless Defense Tactics Training
- PC832 Laws of Arrest Certified
- PC832 Firearms Certified
Timeline
Social Worker III
Tulare County Child Welfare Services
2017.06 - Current
Probation Officer II
Tulare County Probation Department
2014.12 - 2017.06
Probation Correctional Officer
Tulare County Probation Department
2014.04 - 2014.12
Program Leader
Pro-Youth Heart
2012.08 - 2014.04
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology & Restorative Justice
Fresno Pacific University
Associate of Arts - Transfer Studies
College of The Sequoias
High School Diploma -
Redwood High School
- Social Worker CORE Training
- Probation Officer CORE Training
- Probation Correctional Officer CORE Training
- Pepper Spray Training
- Weaponless Defense Tactics Training
- PC832 Laws of Arrest Certified
- PC832 Firearms Certified
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