Maritza Avila
Anaheim
Summary
Compassionate professional with several years of experience in settings. Skilled at managing multiple cases with great attention to detail and knowledge of local resources. Known for providing caring and comprehensive support to families and children.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bilingual Family Service Worker
Orange County Head Start
Fullerton
02.2021 - Current
- Identified appropriate community resources and provided referrals for services.
- Discussed eligibility requirements for different services to help families gather required information and documentation.
- Used job-related software to compose or prepare correspondence, case notes and technical reports
- Attended workshops, trainings related to best practices in family counseling, therapy.
- Worked with community resources to engage youth in pro-social activities and help families access services.
- Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all client interactions in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Behavior Technician
Beacon Day School
La Palma
02.2018 - 02.2021
- Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in home, community and school settings.
- Facilitated play activities that encourage developmentally appropriate motor skills while helping children learn new concepts.
- Assisted clients in developing adaptive skills for increased independence.
- Maintained detailed records of each session including notes about client's progress or lack thereof.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA08-2016
Associate of Arts - Human Behavior
Cypress College
Cypress, CA06-2014
Skills
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Documentation accuracy
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Family services
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Award of Excellence 2023-2024, Orange County Head Start
- Honor Roll 2015-2016, CA State University Fullerton
- Honor Roll 2012-2014, Cypress College
Certification
Family Service Credentials, December 2024
Timeline
Bilingual Family Service Worker
Orange County Head Start
02.2021 - Current
Behavior Technician
Beacon Day School
02.2018 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
California State University, Fullerton
Associate of Arts - Human Behavior
Cypress College
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