John Contreras
Los Angeles Center for Alcohol Drug Association
Los Angeles,CA
8
years of professional experience
Compassionate and dedicated social services and mental health professional seeking a position where I can utilize my experience in case management, behavioral health, rehabilitation, housing services, and client advocacy. Skilled in supporting individuals and families experiencing mental health challenges, homelessness, and other social and emotional needs. Committed to providing trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and client-centered services while connecting individuals with appropriate community resources and supporting their progress toward stability, independence, and improved quality of life.
Work History
Mental Health Advocate
2 Years 2 Months- Delivered case management and supportive services to individuals facing mental health, behavioral health, housing, and social-service needs to enhance overall well-being.
- Coordinated referrals and connected clients with mental health treatment, healthcare, housing, substance-use services, benefits, transportation, and employment resources.
- Provided case management and supportive services to individuals experiencing mental health, behavioral health, housing, and social-service needs.
- Maintained regular contact with clients through office visits, telephone calls, home visits, and community-based outreach.
- Monitored client progress, identified barriers to services, and conducted follow-ups to ensure continuity of care and address emerging needs.
ICMS - Case Manager
1 Year 5 Months- Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized service and treatment plans.
- Developed, implemented, and updated individualized service and treatment plans to address client needs and enhance stability.
- Coordinated behavioral health, medical, housing, transportation, employment, and social-service resources to ensure comprehensive support for clients.
- Maintain accurate and timely case notes, assessments, service plans, referrals, and other required documentation.
- Promoted independent living skills, self-sufficiency, and community integration to empower clients and enhance self-advocacy.
Children’s Social Worker II
4 Years 3 Months- Assessed children and families to identify strengths, needs, risks, and tailored interventions to support holistic development.
- Developed and monitored individualized service plans focused on child safety, family stability, permanency, and well-being.
- Conducted home visits, interviews, and follow-up contacts with children, parents, caregivers, and other involved parties.
- Coordinated and facilitated referrals to mental health services, medical care, housing resources, substance-use treatment, and parenting programs to enhance family stability.
- Responded appropriately to reports of child abuse, neglect, family crises, and other safety concerns in accordance with agency policies and applicable regulations.
Education
Substance Use Disorder Certification - SUD Counseling
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Skills
Case Management/Care Coordination
Mental Health/Behavioral Health Support
Crisis management
Individual/Family Support
Client Advocacy
Community Resource Referrals
Documentation/Case Notes
Trauma-Informed Care
Family support
Conflict Resolution
[Crisis Intervention Training}
Emergency Response Coordination
Data Management Tools
Bilingual
Timeline
Mental Health Advocate
Los Angeles Center for Alcohol Drug Association
07.2024 - CurrentRead More
ICMS - Case Manager
HOPICS
01.2023 - 06.2024Read More
Children’s Social Worker II
Department of Children and Family Services
06.2018 - 09.2022Read More
Tarzana Treatment Center College
Substance Use Disorder Certification from SUD Counseling
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California State University Dominguez Hills
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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