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San Bernardino City of JAN 0 2 2025
CITY COUNCIL OFFICE
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, & CITIZEN ADVISOR City of San Bernardinor FOUNDED TY 1810 COMMITTEES
BOARD(S), COMMISSION(S), AND/OR CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE(S) APPLYING FOR:
Charter Review Committee General Plan Advisory Committee Parks, Recreation and Community Services Planning Commission
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LAST NAME FIRST NAME M.I.
Villarreal Francesca
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EMPLOYER JOB TITLE EMAIL ADDRESS
BUSINESS ADDRESS ZIP BUSINESS PHONE
Works remotely 92404
DATE OF BIRTH
Length of residence in the City of | Are you a registered voter of the City Which ward do you reside in? San Bernardino of San Bernardino?
12 Years • Yes 5 7
11 Months 6
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Why you want to serve on a city board or commission:
Serving on a city board or commission for San Bernardino will allow me to contribute my skills, perspectives, and Board(s), Commission(s), & Citizen Advisory Committee(s) App. Page 1 of 3 Updated: August 29, 2018 What do you consider to be three (3) major assets that would qualify you for selection to this board, commission, or citizen advisory committee:
1. Active involvement in community service, advocacy, and community event planning.
2. A deep understanding of and commitment to addressing the specific needs and priorities of San Bernardino residents.
3. Ability to facilitate productive discussions and work effectively in diverse groups to ensure we achieve consensus and results.
Experience or special knowledge pertaining to areas of interest:
a spio dures to cal sure orgiere with Bedera lav it ensige, povere entoning and ame intal healin, Educational background:
University of La Verne, BS - Natural History
Cal State San Bernardino, MS - Social Work (Concentration in Forensics and Child Welfare) Claremont Graduate University, MS - Business Administration Claremont Graduate University, Certification - Analysis & Decision Making Claremont Graduate University, Certification - People & Strategy Claremont Graduate University, PhD - Political Science, Native American Focus (In Progress) Occupational experience:
Indigenous Project Coordinator/Tribal TTS, UCLA Health (05/23-present) Tribal Educational Benefits Coordinator, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians (11/22-05/23) Psychiatric Social Worker, LA County Correctional Health Services (04/22-11/22 Social Service Practitioner, SB County Public Defenders (08/19-04/22 Clinical Team Lead, Telecare Corporation (02/20-10/20)
Immigration Case Manager, Maxim Healthcare Group (04/20-08/21) Educational Liaison, SB County Children and Family Services (05/15-08/19) Professional or technical organization memberships:
Advance Native Political Leadership - General Member
American Political Science Association - General Membe
Association for Economic Research of Indigenous Peoples - General Membe:
National Black MBA Association (Los Angeles Chapter) - General Member Board(s), Commission(s), & Citizen Advisory Committeds) App. Page 2 of 3 Updated: August 29, 2018 Civic or community experience, memberships, or previous public service appointments:
Families First Investigations - Board Member At-Large
Making Hope Happen Foundation - Board Member At-Larg
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•American Indian/Alaskan Native African American/Black •Asian • Hispanic/Latino •Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander O White • Two or more of the above categories
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Female •other/Prefer to self-describe
Male
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Return to: The City of San Bernardino Council Office
Electronically: [email protected]
By Mail: 290 North D Street, San Bernardino, CA 92401
In Person: 290 North D Street, 1st Floor - City Information Center, San Bernardino, CA 92401
*Attach a resume and/or additional information which you feel will assist the Mayor and City Council in their selection.
Board(s), Commission(s), & Citizen Advisory Committee(s) App. Page 3 of 3 Updated: August 29, 2018 FRANCESCA VILLARREAL (Osage/Quapaw)
PROJECT COORDINATOR/SOCIAL WORKER/DEI CONSULTANT
EDUCATION
Ph.D. in Political Science, Native American Focus
Expected Graduation May 2027 | Claremont Graduate University, CA Master Of Business Administration
December 2023 | Claremont Graduate University, CA
• Certificate in Analysis and Decision Making
• Certificate in People and Strategy
Master Of Social Work, Forensics & Child Welfare Focus
JUN 2019 | California State University, San Bernardino, CA Bachelor Of Science in Natural History - Biology
MAY 2005 | University Of La Verne, CA
EXPERIENCE
Indigenous Project Coordinator/Tribal Opioid Response Technology Transfer Specialist MAY 2023 - PRESENT | UCLA Health/Opioid Response Network, Region 9 • Provide leadership in program and resource development in the Tribal behavioral health field, create project teams, and serve as a resource for Tribal project development and completion. • Create and implement initiatives to expand outreach, service delivery, and training throughout Indian Country.
• Create and provide training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Health Disparities in marginalized communities.
• Lead a team of experts in substance use disorder prevention, treatment, and recovery to provide high-quality, appropriate training to build the capacity of Indian Country to comprehensively respond to the opioid epidemic.
• Design technical assistance plans using evidence-based implementation strategies to respond to requests in a way that will meet stated needs.
• Create and deliver interactive, skills-based training presentations that utilize effective adult learning strategies.
• Participate in and represent the UCLA ISAP and ORN teams in high-level meetings for a high- visibility national training and technical assistance project.; facilitate collaboration and communication among key stakeholders, including local, state, and federal government officials, in HHS Region 9 and across the United States.
• Update existing curricula to ensure they are current and include the latest research. • Supervise consultants, contractors, and other team members.
Tribal Educational Benefits Coordinator
NOV 2022 - MAY 2023 | San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, Highland, CA • Collects/analyzes data to draft and recommend amendments to the educational guidelines, policies, and procedures in accordance with Tribal law, State and Federal regulations. • Serves as a liaison between the Education Department and SMBMI Finance and Tribal Accounts Payable Departments.
• Process all department requisitions and procurements for the department. • Establish a monthly reporting system for department expenditures. • Digitize all historical EBA documentation and establish an ongoing record-keeping system. • Create a department handbook for the Tribal Community to utilize when making educational decisions.
• Represents and advocates for Tribal members' educational sovereignty. • Participates in the development of written administrative procedures for the department. • Assists eligible Tribal Community members through the tuition assistance process. • Compiles and presents a quarterly budgetary report to the Executive Administrative Manager on all tuition assistance applications. Provides recommendations on yearly budget projections. • Manages student records release forms, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) releases, and access to student tuition accounts.
Psychiatric Social Worker
APR 2022 - NOV 2022 | Correctional Health Services, Los Angeles, CA • Maintained EHR in accordance with County and State regulations. • Developed and facilitated interactive DEl training for custody, medical, and mental health staff; promoted cross-agency collaboration.
• Conducted daily shift meetings with unit multidisciplinary teams. • Created and implemented BIPOC-focused programming to reduce racial tensions, aggressive behaviors toward staff, and disciplinary action measures.
• Consulted with high-level management on sensitive and urgent cases. • Classified and processed newly incarcerated according to mental health and medical needs. • Provided individual and group therapy sessions focused on opioid use and mental health. • Conducted crisis counseling for inmates newly diagnosed with HIV, Cancer, and other illnesses. • Created a monthly curriculum focused on assisting BIPOC inmates with improving self- esteem/self-worth, developing skills to support continued sobriety, and breaking the chain of recidivism.
• Provided release planning services, including identifying SUD programs (outpatient, inpatient), housing, financial resources, and mental health services.
Social Service Practitioner
AUG 2019 - APR 2022 | Law Offices of the Public Defender, San Bernardino, CA • Created and implemented programs focused on children impacted by parental incarceration, homelessness, and juvenile substance use.
• Served as department representative in County task forces/committees and liaison between the department and community partners/agencies.
• Advocated for culturally appropriate rehabilitation services for Tribal clients and created court- approved treatment plans.
• Sought donations from outside agencies and non-profit organizations and created a network of support for department programs to assist with funding DEl initiatives. • Evaluated and revised Memorandums of Understanding to ensure adherence to County regulations. • Developed and implemented curricula focused on reducing juvenile truancy. • Conducted biopsychosocial interviews and created court mitigation reports advocating for appropriate services for BIPOC clients.
• Completed training and served as a San Bernardino County MAT Multidisciplinary Team department representative.
• Served as a member of the San Bernardino COVID-19 Response team during the height of the pandemic to assist with tracing, notification, and connection to services in the BIPOC community.
• Facilitated virtual meetings and training for the social worker unit.
Clinical Team Lead - NOC/Weekend
FEB 2020 - OCT 2020 | Telecare Corporation
• Assisted program leaders with implementing and overseeing the responsibilities for clinical services and standards of care for clients, and the administrative needs of the multidisciplinary team. • Created and implemented a protocol to support BIPOC patients experiencing mental health crises. • Supervised shift team members.
• Oversaw documentation by clinical staff and worked closely with program leadership to assist with audits of Clinical Charts to ensure adherence to State and County Requirements. • Assisted with New Hire Orientation and ongoing training and mentorship for all clinical staff. • Assessed and triaged patients according to their mental health condition and current use of illegal substances. Collaborated with local law enforcement and hospitals to activate involuntary holds and facilitate client transfers.
• Provided crisis counseling and implemented de-escalation techniques. • Assured adherence to company and County COVID-19 regulations and procedures. • Assisted patients with applying to and transferring to substance use treatment programs.
Immigration Case Manager - Grant Funded/Per Diem
APR 2020 - AUG 2021 | Maxim Healthcare Group (Team Hope), Pomona, CA • Assessed, conducted record reviews, and provided case management services to immigrant children arriving from Mexico and Central America.
• Advocated for inclusive family-finding services and assisted with its implementation. • Assisted children in utilizing positive coping skills and safety planning. • Provided "warm handoffs" to community resources including locating services, scheduling appointments, assisting with coordinating transportation, and conducting any necessary follow-up.
Supported immigrant families' transitions, documentation procedures, and other processes that impacted their day-to-day lives and well-being.
• Coordinated with the multidisciplinary team to ensure children were receiving quality programming and interactions.
Educational Liaison
MAY 2015 - AUG 2019 | Family Services, San Bernardino, CA • Maintained records and performed statistical analysis of the effectiveness of educational services provided by the unit.
• Facilitated new staff training and presented at national conferences promoting educational programs and support for foster youth.
• Collaborated with County departments to develop and implement educational and skill-building programming for foster youth.
• Counseled students regarding educational issues, such as course and program selection, class scheduling and registration, school adjustment, truancy, study habits, and career planning. • Advocated for and implemented initiatives that supported BIPOC foster youth. • Maintained accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Provided crisis counseling and de-escalation techniques for foster youth affected by opioid use and mental health.
Child and Family Specialist
SEP 2013 - MAY 2015 | South Coast Community Services, Rancho Cucamonga, CA • Served as a liaison between students, homes, schools, family services, child guidance clinics, courts, protective services, doctors, and other contacts to help children facing disabilities, abuse, and poverty.
• Interviewed clients to assess family dynamics, capabilities, and current areas for growth to determine services required to meet needs.
• Referred clients to community resources for services, such as job placement, debt counseling, legal aid, housing, medical treatment, and financial assistance, and provided concrete information, such as where to go and how to apply.
• Counseled individuals, groups, families, or communities about mental health, poverty, unemployment, substance abuse, physical abuse, rehabilitation, social adjustment, childcare, or medical care. • Created and facilitated curriculum to address children's mental health and socialization needs.
Bilingual Family Specialist
JUN 2012 - SEP 2013 | Mental Health Systems, San Bernardino County • Assisted Spanish-speaking families in maintaining household stability. • Provided crisis intervention and case management services. • Facilitated the creation of safety goals and treatment plans. • Implemented a program that utilized play therapy to assist children with processing experiences and emotions.
Developed and facilitated a youth anger management group.
INTERNSHIPS
Social Service Practitioner Intern - Indian Child Welfare Act Unit AUG 2018 - JUNE 2019 | Children & Family Services, San Bernardino County Family Services Social Worker - California Institution for Women AUG 2017 - JUNE 2018 | California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
APPOINTMENTS
Board Member - Making Hope Happen Foundation
DEC 2023 - PRESENT | San Bernardino, CA
Board Member - Family First Investigations (Theta Upsilon Chapter) NOV 2023 | Nationwide
Board Member - Phi Sigma Sigma Sorority (Theta Upsilon Chapter) DEC 2007 - AUG 2009, OCT 2023 - PRESENT | La Verne, CA
RESEARCH
Incarcerated Mothers Achieving Reunification: Providing Support to Child Welfare Social Workers, CSUSB 2019.
AFFILIATIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
Advance Native Political Leadership
General Member - 2024 California Cohort
American Political Science Association
General Member
Association for Economic Research of Indigenous Peoples General Member
National Black MBA Association - Los Angeles Chapter
General Member
Native American and Indigenous Studies Association
General Member
Sheena Felix
From: Francesca Villarreal (she/her)
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Happy New Year,
Please see the attached application and resume.
Respectfully,
Francesca Villarreal
Francesca Villarreal, MSW, MBA (Osage, Quapaw)
Ph. D. Student - Political Science (Native American Politics) Claremont Graduate University