Estalla Duran
Lancaster
Summary
Compassionate Community Health Worker with 5 years of experience in fast-paced positions. Committed to helping community members improve wellness through hands-on support and education.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Worker
La County Department of Mental Health "Palmdale Mental Health Center
Palmdale, CA
2025 - Current
- Promoted client independence by assisting them in obtaining housing, employment, or educational opportunities relevant to their goals.
- Enhanced client well-being by developing individualized treatment plans focused on their specific needs.
- Utilized active listening skills to understand client concerns, guiding them towards appropriate solutions and resources.
- Collaborated with medical and clinical personnel to coordinate and implement client services.
- Enter case notes and conduct follow up with client.
Community Health Worker
La County Department of Mental Health Olive ViewMental Health Clinic Peer Resource Center
Sylmar, CA
08.2023 - 10.2025
- Peer Support Groups
- Conducted outreach initiatives to raise awareness of available mental health services.
- Advocated for policy changes to enhance community health support systems.
- Evaluated program effectiveness, providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Connected families with necessary social services, alleviating barriers to healthcare access and improving quality of life.
- Built trust within diverse communities through cultural competency training, empathetic communication skills, and active listening techniques.
- Counseled patients on health-related topics and lifestyle changes for improved well-being.
- Led outreach activities to target specific demographics and promote health initiatives.
- Collaborated with external organizations to coordinate health and social services.
- Facilitated group sessions on various health topics, empowering participants with knowledge and tools for healthier living.
- Link resources
- Work with Homeless population
- Developed and implemented health education programs addressing local health disparities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate client care and resources.
Mental Health Advocate | Promotora
La County Department of Mental Health "United Mental Health Promotoras"
Lancaster, CA
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Advocated for mental health awareness programs in community settings.
- Led workshops on coping strategies and resilience building for diverse populations.
- Fostered partnerships with local organizations to enhance resource accessibility.
- Conducted outreach efforts targeted at underserved populations, increasing accessibility of mental health services within those communities.
- Enhanced community awareness about mental health issues through organizing educational events and workshops.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute mental health challenges, ensuring their safety and connecting them with appropriate resources.
- Increased public understanding of mental illness by delivering informative presentations at local schools and organizations.
- Participated in health promotion campaigns to raise awareness of health issues.
- Provide and linkage and referrals on Mental Health services
- Attend Community events Mental Health awareness.
Parent Center Director
Montague Charter Academy, Pacoima, Ca
Pacoima, Ca
11.2017 - 11.2021
- Facilitate Nutritional W/Shop
- Coordinate events, meetings
- Family Engagement-VS- Parent involvement
- Recruitment and Community Outreach
- Coordinate a volunteer program
Research Clinical Assistant
Los Angeles Children's Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
12.2019 - 04.2021
- Coordinated recruitment and screening of clinical trial participants to ensure adherence to study protocols.
- Educated patients regarding all facets of clinical study participation.
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate care coordination during their participation in clinical studies.
- Improved patient retention rates in longitudinal studies by establishing rapport with participants and maintaining regular follow-up communication throughout trial duration.
- Fostered a supportive environment for research participants through empathetic communication and careful attention to their needs during clinical trial enrollment and followup.
Parent Coordinator
Youth Policy Institute, San Fernando, Ca
San Fernando, Ca
03.2015 - 11.2017
- Facilitate educational workshops
- Coordinate events, meetings.
- Diabetes prevention/ & Healthy eating young children
- Community outreach and recruitment
Community Health Promotora Inter
Los Angeles Children’s Hospital
03.2015 - 07.2016
- Community Health Fair outreach
- Provide Health Awareness on Medical Scope SB-75
- Business Proposal Presentation on Mental Health services
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
Parent Specialist
Care Resource Center, Chatsworth, CA
Chatsworth, CA
04.2008 - 04.2014
- Provide training parents on leadership roles.
- Responsible for 6 preschool centers and facilitated monthly meetings.
- Prepared monthly Non-Federal share volunteer hours.
- Prepare minutes, Agenda’s and distribute publicity for upcoming meetings.
- Lead for an intern CSUN student.
- Reviewed self- Assessment and audit files.
- Community outreach and Recruitment 0-36 months
Resident Service Coordinator
Kingsley Manor, Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA
09.2007 - 04.2008
- Supervised 3 lobby receptionist and front desk operations.
- Placed Senior’s in Assisting Living program.
- Provide Mental Health Screenings and referrals.
- Prepared monthly rental receipts.
- Case managed 200 files.
- Assisted seniors in renewal of retirement and social security benefits.
Family Advocate/Early Interventionist
Volunteers of America HS, North Hollywood, CA
North Hollywood, CA
01.2000 - 09.2007
- Early Intervention Home visits, enrollments
- Case managed 60 case loads
- Recruitment:Prenatal-0-36 months
- Mental health, Nutrition, Disability Referrals
Education
Child PLUS Program, Mental Health Training, Fire Safety
West ED Module I & II
Child Development 50 units
Los Angeles Mission College
Sylmar, CAFamily Consumer Studies Credential 7 units
Connecticut University
Santa Fe Springs, CA01.2012
Skills
- Clinical Research
- Community outreach
- Power Powerpoint
- Spanish Bilingual Interpreter
- Supervise experience
- Peer Support
Timeline
Community Health Worker
La County Department of Mental Health Olive ViewMental Health Clinic Peer Resource Center
08.2023 - 10.2025
Mental Health Advocate | Promotora
La County Department of Mental Health "United Mental Health Promotoras"
05.2021 - 08.2023
Research Clinical Assistant
Los Angeles Children's Hospital
12.2019 - 04.2021
Parent Center Director
Montague Charter Academy, Pacoima, Ca
11.2017 - 11.2021
Parent Coordinator
Youth Policy Institute, San Fernando, Ca
03.2015 - 11.2017
Community Health Promotora Inter
Los Angeles Children’s Hospital
03.2015 - 07.2016
Parent Specialist
Care Resource Center, Chatsworth, CA
04.2008 - 04.2014
Resident Service Coordinator
Kingsley Manor, Los Angeles, CA
09.2007 - 04.2008
Family Advocate/Early Interventionist
Volunteers of America HS, North Hollywood, CA
01.2000 - 09.2007
Child Development 50 units
Los Angeles Mission College
Family Consumer Studies Credential 7 units
Connecticut University
Community Health Worker
La County Department of Mental Health "Palmdale Mental Health Center
2025 - Current
Child PLUS Program, Mental Health Training, Fire Safety
West ED Module I & II