Fernando Viveros, MSW-PPSC
Santa Cruz County
Summary
A social work professional, equipped to support client's mental health and well-being in multiple settings. Proven ability to develop and implement support plans that address individual student needs while collaborating effectively with the staff around me. Known for adaptability and commitment to achieving positive outcomes through teamwork and strategic interventions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
School Social Worker Intern
Santa Cruz City Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Provided ongoing support for parents navigating the special education process, increasing understanding of available resources and rights under law
- Assessed and evaluated challenges and barriers to student attendance through Student Attendance Review Team and Student Attendance Review Board Meetings
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, identify barriers to academic success, and offer targeted support services as needed
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop strategies for addressing students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs
- Increased access to community resources for students and families by establishing partnerships with local organizations and agencies such as Encompass and Santa Cruz County of Education
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in school-wide initiatives geared towards inclusion, equity, and overall student wellbeing
- Developed culturally responsive counseling approaches that addressed the diverse needs of students from various backgrounds within the school community
- Collaborated with the Department of Family and Child Services in cases regarding child welfare
Residential Counselor
Encompass Community Services-Casa Pacific-Outpatient Treatment
07.2023 - Current
- Provide support to adults who are grappling with mental health and substance abuse challenges through assisting them in their tasks of daily living within an outpatient treatment setting facility
- Provide psychotherapy groups to residents on the harm of substance abuse
- Provide 'Seeking Safety' groups to residents within the program that focus on ways in which to reduce anger, anxiety, depression and substance use cravings through cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectal behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and mindfulness meditation and other evidence based modalities
- Knowledge of 'Avatar', a system data base used by mental health professionals to write client daily progress notes and diagnosis
- Support homeless adults transitioning into new environments while collaborating with their county coordinator
- Engage in de-escalation techniques management of assigned clients
- Participate in case management tasks with residents under my caseload such as intake preparation and preparing necessary documents for medical billing
- Engage in passing out residents psychiatric medication and collaborating with residents medical care team to help assess and meet the medical needs of a resident
- Participate in communal outing with the residents such as to the beach and stores that help support community and peer connectedness
Children's Behavior Counselor/Therapist Intern
Pajaro Valley Prevention and Student Assistance
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Provide individual therapeutic counseling for students engaging in at-risk behaviors such as challenging class behavior, interpersonal problems at home, bullying, suicidal ideations, anxiety, depression, trauma, and peer pressure
- Use of evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, Child Play Therapy, EMDR practices and mindfulness meditation to treat children and youth with depression, anxiety and other psychiatric disorders
- Provide some family counseling to families struggling with unhealthy communication patterns and dysfunctional interpersonal dynamics and relationships
- Participate in clinical supervision with a licensed clinical social worker to review caseload cases
- Fulfill case management processes such as intakes, needs assessment, bio-psycho-social, mental health evaluations, and daily therapeutic notes
- Collaborations with teachers and client's schools to better assess and meet the needs of the child
School Social Work Intern
Sacramento Unified School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Write mental health referrals to community agencies for students who have expressed a mental health crisis/concern, intervening and checking in on their mental health referrals along with talking to parents about changes in the student since starting mental health counseling
- Facilitate psychoeducational groups with students who have expressed defiant behaviors in schools.
- Facilitate groups with children who have expressed feelings of sadness, anger or low self-esteem, using CBT and Motivational Interviewing.
- Collaboration with Sacramento Department of Family and Child Services on cases regarding child welfare.
- Conduct risk assessments for children experiencing suicide ideation using the Colombia Suicide Severity Rating Scale.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, such as IEP's, 504 plans and SRT's contributing valuable insights to inform student-centered interventions.
Private Home Caregiver
Right At Home Health Care
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Enhanced client comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in a private home setting.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to individual dietary requirements while considering preferences for taste and presentation.
- Developed strong rapport with clients through active listening skills, empathy, patience, and humor when appropriate.
- Demonstrated cultural competency by respecting diverse backgrounds, perspectives, values, and beliefs of clients served in the private home environment.
- Delivered exceptional patient-centered care by responding promptly to emergencies providing timely assistance.
- Provided essential personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting assistance, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
- Collaborated with the client's care team such as their hospice or medical social worker and doctors.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
Caregiver
Oceanside
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills with clients and the staff around me.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Pharmacy Assistant
Kmart
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Kept pharmacy counter and related areas clean, neat and organized.
- Answered telephones and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
- Greeted customers and responded to questions with friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Received deliveries of medication shipments, verifying contents against invoices while adhering to proper storage protocols.
- Received incoming supplies and stocked in correct locations.
- Assisted pharmacy staff with preparing medications and filling orders.
- Merchandised over-the-counter goods and rotated stock.
- Maintained strict confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring patient privacy.
Education
Master of Social Work - Generalist Social Work And Child Welfare
California State University
San Jose, CA05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
California State University
Sacramento, CA05.2023
Associate in Arts - Sociology
Cabrillo Community College
Santa Cruz, CA05.2021
Skills
Active Listening, Empathy, Critical Thinking Skills, Motivational Interviewing, Cultural Competency, Child Welfare and Attendance
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School Social Worker Intern
Santa Cruz City Schools
08.2024 - Current
Children's Behavior Counselor/Therapist Intern
Pajaro Valley Prevention and Student Assistance
08.2023 - 05.2024
Residential Counselor
Encompass Community Services-Casa Pacific-Outpatient Treatment
07.2023 - Current
School Social Work Intern
Sacramento Unified School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
Caregiver
Oceanside
01.2022 - 08.2022
Private Home Caregiver
Right At Home Health Care
08.2021 - 01.2023
Pharmacy Assistant
Kmart
01.2019 - 01.2021
Master of Social Work - Generalist Social Work And Child Welfare
California State University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
California State University
Associate in Arts - Sociology
Cabrillo Community College
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