Sofia Becerra
Yuba City
Summary
Well-qualified psychology and public health professional with extensive knowledge about program operations, community health needs, and quality improvement strategies. Excellent relationship-builder with strong problem-solving, communication, and strategic planning skills. Skilled in grant writing, project management, and health equity.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Program Specialist
County of Colusa
02.2024 - Current
- Overseeing the development and implementation of Colusa County's 2024-29 Community Health Improvement Plan.
- Managing the agency's pursuance of public health accreditation through completion of the Readiness Assessment and ensuring that all departmental work is conducted in pursuance to the Public Health Accreditation Board's Standards & Measures.
- Serving as the agency's first full-time employee dedicated to health equity work, ensuring that equity is incorporated in all programs.
- Secured $90,000 thus far in new funding through writing and submitting grant applications.
Behavioral Health Specialist
Turning Point Community Programs
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided case management services to adults with co-occurring diagnoses in community settings, residential facilities, and their homes.
- Used an electronic health record to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plan recommendations.
- Provided health education to clients in regards to symptom management and self-intervention strategies.
- Identified appropriate treatment resources and worked closely with care teams to connect clients to needed resources and services.
Mental Health Counselor
Seneca Family Of Agencies
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided counseling and evidence-based crisis interventions to establish goals and treatment plans with foster youth in conjunction with their care teams.
- Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, and transitional-age youth needs.
- Documented client services with daily reports on treatment progress and changes in mental or behavioral health statuses, as well as incident reports as needed.
- Employed methodologies such as functional behavioral analyses to assist care teams with developing treatment plans.
Residential Counselor
Victor Treatment Centers
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Resolved conflicts between youth through evidence-based crisis interventions and support with behavioral modifications.
- Addressed ongoing social-emotional needs of residents through daily structured activities and interventions targeting the improvement of social and interpersonal skills.
- Assisted residents in adhering to treatment plans by setting up medical appointments, arranging transportation, documenting progress, and providing emotional support.
- Collaborated with care teams to maintain continuity of care and provide referrals to treatment programs for youth transitioning out of the program.
Office Manager
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Sonoma County
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Monitored the front desk and phones to promptly support community partners and residents.
- Managed and updated client data records pursuant to HIPPA requirements.
- Oversaw office inventory through ordering, stocking, and tracking shipments.
- Organized spaces, materials, and catering support for internal meetings and community events.
Education
Master of Arts - Legal & Forensic Psychology
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA05-2019
Skills
- Public speaking
- Grant proposal development
- Health promotion
- Report preparation
- Public health
- Health communication
- Data collection
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Policy analysis
- Program evaluation
- Culturally aware
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Health Program Specialist
County of Colusa
02.2024 - Current
Behavioral Health Specialist
Turning Point Community Programs
12.2021 - 01.2023
Mental Health Counselor
Seneca Family Of Agencies
03.2021 - 12.2021
Residential Counselor
Victor Treatment Centers
05.2019 - 03.2021
Office Manager
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Sonoma County
09.2018 - 05.2019
Master of Arts - Legal & Forensic Psychology
University of California, Irvine
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Sonoma State University
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