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Karina Cortez

Cupertino

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in community outreach and event planning. Expertise in resource coordination and multilingual support enhances accessibility for underserved populations, driving impactful initiatives that promote self-sufficiency and independent living.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

CARE Program Coordinator

West Valley Community Services
Cupertino
07.2024 - Current
  • Identified and assessed client needs to determine eligibility and develop case plans.
  • Managed caseload of 30 clients, providing tailored casework services to address individual needs.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments and follow-ups to gather relevant client information.
  • Coordinated services for independent living and self-sufficiency, enhancing support systems for clients.
  • Educated clients on available resources and community programs to enhance access.
  • Maintained documentation records and reports in compliance with requirements.
  • Implemented crisis intervention strategies, effectively addressing urgent client situations and ensuring timely support.
  • Organized outreach activities for aging adults, coordinating events like workshops and benefit clinics.

Youth Power Group (Non-Profit)

Youth Power Group Universal Church
Los Angeles and San Jose
02.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated faith-based social events for youth power group, raising awareness about addictions, drunk driving, and depression.
  • Developed educational groups that engaged youths in discussions on critical social issues.
  • Created flyers and materials to enhance community outreach during canvassing efforts.

Project Coordinator

CommUniverCity
San Jose
09.2022 - 08.2024
  • Coordinated with community event organizers to plan social events for low-income families and minority groups, increasing community participation.
  • Led a team of 5-10 college students to deliver climate resilience resources to over 100 low-income families.
  • Facilitated event preparations and activities, engaging K-12 students effectively through hands-on learning experiences.
  • Delivered multilingual resources at community events, improving accessibility and participation for diverse populations.

Legal Advocate Intern

YWCA of Silicon Valley
San Jose
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Advocated for clients' rights in legal matters and community resources.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to prepare case materials and documentation.
  • Conducted client intakes to assess legal needs and provide support.
  • Translated legal documents from English to Spanish, ensuring clear understanding for Spanish-speaking clients.
  • Converted client experiences from Spanish to English for accurate court documentation.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA
06-2024

Associate of Arts - Administration of Justice

East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA
06-2022

Skills

  • Crisis intervention
  • Client assessment
  • Case plan development
  • Resource coordination
  • Program coordination
  • Community outreach
  • Community building
  • Curating partnerships
  • Event planning
  • Multilingual support
  • Document translation
  • Trauma-informed care

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

CARE Program Coordinator

West Valley Community Services
07.2024 - Current

Legal Advocate Intern

YWCA of Silicon Valley
08.2023 - 05.2024

Youth Power Group (Non-Profit)

Youth Power Group Universal Church
02.2023 - Current

Project Coordinator

CommUniverCity
09.2022 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

San Jose State University

Associate of Arts - Administration of Justice

East Los Angeles College
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