CENDY A. SUCHITE
Los Angeles
Summary
Compassionate Social Worker with expertise in case management, trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, with diverse client populations, and skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration, effective communication and cultural competence—to consistently achieve positive client outcomes and serve under-served populations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior, Social Worker-Field
Blue Shield of California
Long Beach, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Facilitated comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and developed tailored intervention plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and streamline service delivery for clients.
- Provided case management support, empowering clients to navigate personal challenges and achieve their goals.
Clinical Care Partner-Social Services
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
09.2016 - 05.2022
- Provided social work support, including post-partum psychoeducation, linkage to community resources, and crisis intervention.
- Supported the healthcare team, developing, reviewing, and understanding treatments plans, such as psychosocial assessments and acceptable social work interventions.
- Participated in daily medical rounds with physicians to familiarize me with patient medical conditions and needs to better prepare safe discharge plans.
Domestic Violence Counselor
Familias Unidas: Victims of Crime Program
Montebello, CA
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Conducted group and individual domestic violence education for at-risk parents and children, discussed different forms of abuse and other topics consistent with plan of care developed based on initial and ongoing psychosocial assessment.
- Educated victims about isolation, power and control, traumatic perpetuator bonding, culture acceptance and lack of financial resources.
- Developed and facilitated educational workshops on safety planning and coping strategies.
Clinical Social Worker
South Central Family Health Center
Los Angeles, California
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with other professionals to evaluate patients medical or physical condition to assess client needs and ensure service efficacy.
- Advised multi-disciplinary staff of patients' social issues and barriers to treatment and assessed psychological and social factors related to illness and recovery.
- Managed a case load of 30+ individuals (Children & Adults) and performed monthly visits with children and their families.
Social Work Assistant Therapist
Children's Institute,
Los Angeles, CA
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Documented information about clients, using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.
- Counseled individuals, groups, or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations, define goals, and develop realistic action plans.
- Served as a patient advocate and liaison; reports abuse/neglect to appropriate agencies when necessary and maintained case notes and documentation.
Social Work Case Manager
US VETS
Los Angeles, CA
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Counseled individuals to increase awareness of personal, social, and/or behavioral problems affecting and inhibiting success, and maintained client-related paperwork, including federal and stated mandated forms, client diagnostic records and progress.
- Participated in the determination of organizational policies regarding such issues as participant eligibility, program requirements, and program benefits.
- Served on the interdisciplinary team and provided case management for veteran clients and military families working towards obtaining permanent housing.
Domestic Violence Case Manager
Child Alliance, Inc
Los Angeles, CA
05.2012 - 02.2016
- Conducted group and individual domestic violence education for at-risk parents and children, educated victims about power and control wheel, discussed different forms of abuse and other topics consistent with plan of care developed based on initial and ongoing psychosocial assessment.
- Conducted weekly home visits to help families understand and overcome personal, social, or behavioral problems disrupting the family dynamic.
- Assessed families to determine needs & strengths to preserve the family dynamic.
Social Work Counselor
Helpline Youth Counseling, Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
09.2012 - 05.2013
- Counseled children and adolescents to increase awareness to develop confidence, self-worth and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of life, specifically learning to balance school work, friendships, family stressors, and social pressures.
- Facilitated supportive services and counseling for family members to address special concerns and ease the transition during holiday home visits.
- Maintained documentation to fulfill funding and audit requirements.
Social Work Case Manager
Chicano Service Action Center
Los Angeles, CA
04.2011 - 04.2012
- Connected individuals to unemployment, CalWORKS, Medi-Cal, & Cal- Fresh benefits maintained records of eligibility information, services provided, narratives of client contacts, and relevant correspondence.
- Coordinated comprehensive support services, including housing assistance, mental health care, and employment resources.
- Provided crisis intervention and conflict resolution strategies to assist clients in challenging situations.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - HealthCare Policy Emphasis in Pre-Law
Mount St. Mary's College
Los Angeles, CA05-2012
Skills
- -Cultural Diversity Education
- - Early Father Engagement Education
- -ICD-10/DSM5 Training
- -Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) including TF-CBT Booster
- Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) Registration: 126240
License Status: License Renewed & Current
- -Parenting/Play Therapy Education Training
- -Domestic Violence Education
- -Protective Factors Education
- -American Heart Association: Basic Life Support
Timeline
Senior, Social Worker-Field
Blue Shield of California
11.2024 - Current
Domestic Violence Counselor
Familias Unidas: Victims of Crime Program
09.2019 - 09.2022
Clinical Social Worker
South Central Family Health Center
04.2019 - 09.2019
Clinical Care Partner-Social Services
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
09.2016 - 05.2022
Social Work Assistant Therapist
Children's Institute,
09.2015 - 05.2016
Social Work Case Manager
US VETS
01.2014 - 05.2014
Social Work Counselor
Helpline Youth Counseling, Inc.
09.2012 - 05.2013
Domestic Violence Case Manager
Child Alliance, Inc
05.2012 - 02.2016
Social Work Case Manager
Chicano Service Action Center
04.2011 - 04.2012
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Arts - HealthCare Policy Emphasis in Pre-Law
Mount St. Mary's College
COMPUTER SKILLS
- Microsoft word, PowerPoint, & Outlook
- Cerner, Power Chart, Revenue Cycle, EPIC, and CareConnect.
LANGUAGE
- Advanced Proficient in Spanish Language
- Language Line Solutions: Language Proficiency Level 4: Advanced