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
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
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"
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
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
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
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
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
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
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