Maria Gutierrez

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Empathy, Advocacy and Quality Care: Breaking barriers in the Healthcare system

  • Education

    • Sammamish senior high school

      2015 - 2018
      High school diploma

      Activities and Societies: -I created a club of Latino Dance -HIV/AIDS Certificate of Completion and Involvement, Sammamish High School Bellevue, WA - High School Motivational Speaker for ESL Students, Sammamish High School Bellevue, WA -Biliteracy Certificate in Spanish and English, Bellevue, WA During those years I created a Latino Club of dance and helped Latino students (that did not understand English) with their homework. Later, I graduated from Sammamish High School, earning during this time my certificate as a Nurse Assistant, a Biliteracy certificate and a certificate of the top eight students with higher GPA. Obviously, I was happy for all these accomplishments, but I was prouder for all the friends that during that time I helped to overcome their problems.

    • University of washington school of social work

      2020 - 2022
      Social work social work

      Activities and Societies: - While studying at UW- SEATTLE I was part of the Colectiva of Latino Social Workers. A small group of students that supported one another while learning about different cultures, values and beliefs.

    • Bellevue college

      2018 - 2020
      Associate of arts and sciences - aas clinical/medical social work

      Activities and Societies: • Certificate on Building a Supportive Community, Bellevue College Bellevue, WA • Certificate of Appreciation by International Student Association, Bellevue College Bellevue, WA • Special Speaker for Latinx Graduation, Latino H.E.A.T Bellevue, WA In Bellevue College I worked in Multicultural Services Center as a front desk receptionist but more than a receptionist I made a video for this program which is currently in the YouTube channel of Bellevue College where students that work in the program express that they are proud of their languages.Then, I was asked to try the position of Coordinator of “El Centro Latino” and I was very excited for it, beginning this new experience of leadership on Fall 2019 until the end of Winter 2020… Show more In Bellevue College I worked in Multicultural Services Center as a front desk receptionist but more than a receptionist I made a video for this program which is currently in the YouTube channel of Bellevue College where students that work in the program express that they are proud of their languages.Then, I was asked to try the position of Coordinator of “El Centro Latino” and I was very excited for it, beginning this new experience of leadership on Fall 2019 until the end of Winter 2020 where I learned skills of inclusivity and leadership to teach students about the huge amount of Latino cultures and cut the stereotypes of what is a Latino and create events where students and people can learn new cultures, unify as a community and feel confident to keep going on their lives. Show less

  • Experience

    • Panda express guatemala

      Jul 2016 - Jun 2018
      Service and cashier

      • Responsible for creating a warm and welcoming environment for our guests, making them feel like part of the Panda family.• Managed money in an ethical manner by exchanging money and give cash back (explain more)• Active ability creating moments of happiness and optimism within the work environment for customers.• Ensured that our guests receive beyond the best level of service when interacting with them. • Trained new employees to become familiar with the place and be able to handle clients who have negative behaviors. Show less

    • Walmart

      Jun 2018 - Sept 2018
      Stocking associate and pick up grocery

      • Organized all the products in their correct place to make sure customers can find everything they have on their shopping list.• Guided customers to specific product • Fulfilled pickup orders.• Keeping member satisfaction as a top priority• Problem solves and tackle obstacles head-on to ensure each task is completed with excellence.• Maintaining a clean member-ready area

    • Patriots glen assisted living and memory care

      Nov 2018 - Apr 2019
      Certified nursing assistant

      • Provided help to the elder with the activities of daily life, such as bathing, dressing, and medication management.• Assisted with household chores and mobility for elderly.• Encouraged residents to participate in social events and activities that were going on in the facility.• Communicated my ideas on what can be improved in the facility to make it a better place for residents.

    • Bellevue college

      Jul 2019 - Sept 2019
      Front desk receptionist

      • Assisted students over the phone and in person to resolve their intrigues.• Connected students to academic coaching, financial aid counseling and tutoring.• Effective information sharing and community building.• Advocated for students and parents to receive the sources they were looking for.

    • Bellevue college

      Oct 2019 - Mar 2020
      Program coordinator

      • Monitoring the budget of the program• Planned and coordinated events. • Advertised the program within the community with the marketing team.• Promoting inclusion and advocacy • Responsible in creating a welcoming space for all Latinx and no-Latinx students to join the program.

    • Northwest immigrant rights project

      Sept 2021 - Jun 2022
      Case management specialist

      • One-on-one assessments with clients • Guided clients to navigate programs to assist them • Navigated the healthcare system to ensure clients access to medical and dental care • Empowered clients to seek justice and their rights are • Filled applications for Seattle Relief Fund during the pandemic • Helped clients book appointments to get COVID-19 vaccines • Supported clients applying for Housing Program Assistance • Connected clients with other agencies to better support their needs Show less

    • Crissey behavioral consulting

      Oct 2021 - Sept 2022
      Behavioral health technician

      • Built rapport with clients and families prior to and after the child’s challenging behavior• Followed programs to improve the behavior of clients while empowering the child’s independence• Supported families to observe the child’s needs and concerns while reinforcing positive behavior• Active-listened to each child with an open heart and mind to make sure they do not feel ignored• Used ABA therapy to prepare children with autism in each one-on-one therapy session to build skills by doingprompting modeling activities involving communication and socialization.• Graphed data percentage of client’s progress on a daily basis• Filled SOAP notes for every session to help BCBA have a plan of care for the client• Empowered families to continue activities with their children that seem to improve the child’s performance.• Intervened with quality care for each child when they attempted to harm themselves or others around themfocusing on the child’s best interest to transition towards a positive Show less

    • Akin (childhaven)

      Sept 2022 - now
      Bilingual early childhood development health navigator

      • Develop individualized support plans for children (birth to five) and collaborate with caregivers to foster development. • Conduct developmental screenings (ASQ, M-CHAT, SWYC) to assess social-emotional needs and determine services. • Utilize Promoting First Relationships handouts to engage families during child appointments, supporting parent-child interactions and early development. • Connect families with early intervention services, ensuring access to care and community resources. • Facilitate intake, transition processes, and caregiver training on infant mental health and advocacy. • Educate pediatricians and residents on ESIT, Child Find, Early Head Start and learning centers to ensure children receive necessary evaluations and therapy. • Provide social services support, assisting families with housing, clothing, baby supplies, WIC, and outreach to programs like Open Doors and WithinReach. • Address food insecurity through connections with health educators and link mothers to Maternity Support Services. • Created a handout tool to support families in how to navigate resources prior to an Autism diagnosis Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Registered behavior technician (rbt)

      Crissey behavioral consulting
      Jul 2021
    • Youth mental health first aid

      National council for mental wellbeing
      Mar 2022