•Enhanced patient care by developing and implementingcomprehensive care plans by completing initial and annual healthneeds assessments.•Assessed patient needs and connected them with appropriateresources to ensure optimal health outcomes.•Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional supportand companionship.•Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficulttimes, fostering resilience and coping skills.•Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive,patient-centered care.•Facilitated appointments and transportation for patients,streamlining access to essential medical services.•Assisted in developing a pilot program to increase return of completed Advanced Health Directives• Filed abuse reports with Adult Protective Services.

•Enhanced patient care by developing and implementingcomprehensive care plans by completing initial and annual healthneeds assessments.•Assessed patient needs and connected them with appropriateresources to ensure optimal health outcomes.•Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional supportand companionship.•Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficulttimes, fostering resilience and coping skills.•Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive,patient-centered care.•Facilitated appointments and transportation for patients,streamlining access to essential medical services.• Filed abuse reports with Adult Protective Services.

•Interviewed verbal youth ranging in age from 3 to 17 and applicablefamily and/or guardians.•Completed mental health and development assessments for clientand available family through interviews, observations, anddevelopmental screenings to assist linkage with recommendedservices.•Participated in interagency collaboration with Los Angeles CountyDepartment of Mental Health, Los Angeles County Department ofChildren and Families, and other community based organizations.

•Maintained a safe and nurturing environment by implementing strictsafety protocols and supervising children at all times.•De-escalated situations and managed challenging behaviorseffectively, employing positive discipline techniques tailored toindividual needs.•Provided tutoring support for adolescents in care, helping themcomplete homework assignments and improve overall academicperformance.•Supported youth's emotional and social development by encouraging positive self-concepts and understanding of others, using Trauma-Informed Care practices.•Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance socialinteractions and emotional development.•Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage,and encourage youth to develop life skills and prepare them for lifeafter the group home.