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Krystina Luna

Homedale

Summary

Dynamic Youth Advocate with a proven track record at Western Idaho Community Action Partnership, skilled in client advocacy and crisis intervention. Successfully developed individualized action plans that enhanced youth academic performance and personal growth. Expertise in trauma-informed care and community outreach, fostering strong partnerships to empower young individuals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Advocate

Wester Idaho Community Action Partnership
Payette, ID
01.2022 - 01.2025
  • Supported youth in accessing community resources and services.
  • Assisted in organizing workshops and events for skill development.
  • Engaged with local organizations to establish partnerships for youth programs.
  • Maintained accurate records of youth interactions and progress notes.
  • Facilitated communication between youth, families, and service providers.
  • Conducted assessments to determine types of services individuals required.
  • Developed and executed individualized action plans, resulting in improved academic performance and personal development.
  • Managed volunteer recruitment efforts, facilitating a strong workforce dedicated to empowering young people in the community.
  • Maintained accurate case records and documentation in compliance with organizational standards and confidentiality guidelines.
  • Established partnerships between schools and local businesses for experiential learning opportunities like internships or job shadowing experiences.
  • Advocated on behalf of clients during meetings with school personnel and other stakeholders, ensuring proper representation of their needs.
  • Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.

Optician

Americas Best Eyeglasses And Contacts
Nampa, ID
03.2021 - 01.2022
  • Provided exceptional customer service by assisting clients in selecting appropriate eyewear based on lifestyle and preferences.
  • Managed inventory levels of eyeglasses and contact lenses, ensuring availability of popular products.
  • Filed claims with vision and medical insurance companies to garner payment for optical services.
  • Verified and updated patient records promptly to guarantee accurate prescription information.
  • Measured patients' faces for bridge, eye size, and temple length to select comfortable frames.
  • Assisted patients with inserting, removing, and caring for contact lenses through hands-on demonstrations and clear instructions.

Support Service Assistant

Western Idaho Community Action Partnership
Payette, ID
10.2019 - 03.2021

Eligibility determination: Mastery of federal and state guidelines to approve/deny benefits.

Case Management: handling files and maintaining records

Income Verification: Analyzing financial documents (paystubs, tax returns, social security awards) for compliance.

Crisis Intervention: Prioritizing applications for households facing immediate utility shut off.

Data Entry and Reporting: Proficiency in program-specific database.

Scheduling: Streamlined the appointment scheduling process while maintaining a high-volume daily calendar.

Education

GED -

CWI
Nampa, ID

Certificate - Professional Administrative Assistant

Milan Institute
Nampa, ID
03-2009

Skills

  • Youth development
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Client advocacy
  • Goal setting
  • Crisis intervention

Timeline

Youth Advocate

Wester Idaho Community Action Partnership
01.2022 - 01.2025

Optician

Americas Best Eyeglasses And Contacts
03.2021 - 01.2022

Support Service Assistant

Western Idaho Community Action Partnership
10.2019 - 03.2021

GED -

CWI

Certificate - Professional Administrative Assistant

Milan Institute
Krystina Luna