Vinny Hernandez
Redlands
Summary
Passionate about mentoring and supporting individuals, I thrive in creating safe, nurturing environments that foster emotional and personal growth. I collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to help young people develop healthy coping skills and positive behaviors. Through my experience, I’ve led youth programs, provided one-on-one guidance, and ensured safety during activities, all while promoting resilience and empowerment. Committed to making a meaningful impact, I continuously adapt to the needs of those I serve. Through my studies at the University of California, Riverside, I gained valuable insights into social classes, psychology, and child development, providing me with the knowledge and skills to effectively support and mentor individuals facing similar challenges.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer and Family Assistant 1
Children and Family Services
02.2025 - Current
- Managed event logistics, including budgeting and scheduling, while incorporating creative decorations and themes to enhance the overall experience.
- Assisted social workers with case management functions, participated in Child and Family Team Meetings (CFTMs), and supported foster youth in their transition into Transitional Housing Programs (THP).
- Delivered presentations and training sessions to diverse groups, increasing awareness of the Independent Living Program and its available resources.
- Assisted in the coordination and facilitation of Independent Living Program (ILP) activities, ensuring youth developed the skills needed for a successful transition to independent adulthood.
- Served as a positive role model while organizing and hosting life skills workshops, graduation celebrations, and ILP events.
- Connected foster youth to essential services and resources, maintained weekly contact, and ensured they had reliable transportation to classless and events.
STRTP Residential Youth Counselor
CAN (Community Access Network)
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided supervision and care for at-risk youth in a structured, nurturing environment, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with therapists, social workers, and administrators to implement individualized treatment plans and support the emotional, developmental, and personal growth of clients.
- Modeled appropriate behavior and reinforced positive actions, helping youth develop healthy coping strategies and interpersonal skills.
- Managed group and individual activities, de-escalating conflicts, and utilizing redirection and interventions as needed.
- Maintained detailed daily logs, tracking client progress and documenting behaviors, interventions, and treatment goals.
- Ensured compliance with Community Care Licensing, County, and HIPAA regulations while upholding confidentiality standards.
- Actively participated in mandatory training and team meetings to stay informed on best practices in milieu management and behavior intervention.
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club Of Riverside
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Mentored and supervised groups of up to 20 students at Castle View Elementary in Riverside, CA, ensuring a safe, structured, and supportive environment, while promoting positive behavior and discipline.
- Organized and led a variety of youth programs in areas such as education, sports, arts, health and wellness, and leadership, fostering personal development and community engagement.
- Provided academic support, guidance, and role modeling to members, helping them achieve key outcomes through the implementation of positive youth development principles.
- Ensured the safety and well-being of youth during Club activities, special events, and field trips, while promoting a clean and positive Club environment.
- Actively participated in special events, field trips, and Club activities, adapting to flexible schedules including evenings and weekends as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06.2024
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Mental Health Support
- Professional ethics
- Safety Management
- Managing client records and referrals
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Positive Reinforcement
- Youth mentorship and advocacy
- Connecting foster youth with essential services
- Collaboration with social workers, youth, and community partners
Certification
CPR Certified
Timeline
Peer and Family Assistant 1
Children and Family Services
02.2025 - Current
STRTP Residential Youth Counselor
CAN (Community Access Network)
08.2024 - 12.2024
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club Of Riverside
04.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California, Riverside
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