Maria Marin-Chavez
Vallejo
Summary
Offering collaborative and detail-focused approach, eager to learn and develop in this environment. Brings strong foundation in interpersonal communication and problem-solving, crucial for success in this role. Ready to use and develop my analytical and organizational skills in any role.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervised Visitation Specialist
Solano Family Justice Center
06.2023 - Current
- Increased parental accountability by regularly reviewing visitation goals with clients and providing feedback on progress made or areas for improvement.
- Supported families in achieving reunification goals through regular progress updates, goal-setting exercises, and collaboration with case managers.
- Enhanced family relationships by conducting comprehensive assessments and creating individualized visitation plans.
- Strengthened community connections for families by referring them to available local resources such as counseling services or parenting classes when appropriate.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating with colleagues on challenging cases, sharing best practices, and offering insights gained from experience.
- Prevented potential conflicts during visits by implementing de-escalation techniques when necessary to maintain a safe environment for all participants.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
Program Manager of Residential Services
PEP Housing
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Maximized resource utilization by conducting thorough assessments of facility capacities and staffing requirements.
- Evaluated program performance regularly, making necessary adjustments to ensure optimal results.
- Managed budgets effectively, optimizing resource allocation to maximize program impact.
- Designed customized solutions for clients based on unique needs and preferences, enhancing service personalization.
- Boosted staff productivity by providing continuous training and development opportunities.
- Established strong relationships with community partners, expanding the reach of residential services.
- Coordinated services and therapy for residents and managed attendance for scheduled appointments.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
Mental Health Worker
Napa County
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, resulting in increased safety for both patients and staff.
- Promoted a positive therapeutic environment through clear communication and consistent reinforcement of established boundaries within treatment settings.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Supported individuals throughout recovery process by helping them identify triggers develop strategies for managing symptoms and maintain sobriety.
- Implemented crisis intervention plans to support client safety.
- Managed caseloads effectively, prioritizing high-risk cases while maintaining attention to detail for all clients.
- Provided case management services to monitor client access to resources and services.
Outreach Coordinator
Food Bank Of Contra Costa And Solano
06.2020 - 12.2023
- Developed partnerships with relevant stakeholders, strengthening the organization''s presence in the community.
- Monitored progress towards outreach goals regularly, making adjustments as needed to ensure continued success of initiatives.
- Improved access to resources for underprivileged communities by connecting them with essential services offered by partner agencies.
- Advocacy work with a number of legislators.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive plans for addressing community needs.
- Enhanced program visibility by creating targeted marketing materials and utilizing social media platforms.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Napa Valley College
Napa, CAHigh School Diploma -
Napa High School
Napa06-2010
Skills
- Professional boundaries
- Child safety
- Self-awareness
- Motivational interviewing
- De-escalation techniques
- Flexibility
- Trauma-informed care
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mental Health Worker
Napa County
12.2023 - 09.2024
Supervised Visitation Specialist
Solano Family Justice Center
06.2023 - Current
Program Manager of Residential Services
PEP Housing
06.2023 - 10.2024
Outreach Coordinator
Food Bank Of Contra Costa And Solano
06.2020 - 12.2023
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Napa Valley College
High School Diploma -
Napa High School
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