Maria N.

Maria N. has extensive work experience in the field of behavioral health and social work. Their most recent role was as the Behavioral Health Director at Camino Health Center, a position they have held since June 2020. Prior to that, they worked as a Behavioral Health Specialist at Camino Health Center, affiliated with Mission Hospital, St. Joseph Health, from March 2016 to June 2020.

Before joining Camino Health Center, Maria served as the Clinical Supervisor in the Preventative Mental Health Department at the Council on Aging Orange County from July 2001 to October 2015. Maria also worked at VNA Foundation as the Necessary Steps Children's Bereavement Program Coordinator and Therapist from September 1989 to August 2001.

Maria's career began at Visiting Nurses Of Orange County in 1986, where they held various roles including Hospice & Home Health Social Worker from September 1986 to January 1995, and later as the Special Programs Hospice Manager from January 1995 to January 2001. Maria also worked as a Home Health Social Worker at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center from 1987 to 1990, and at Memorial Health Care System from 1986 to 1987.

Overall, Maria N. has extensive experience in the field of behavioral health, social work, and hospice care, with a focus on preventative mental health and children's bereavement programs.

Maria N. completed their Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from California State University, Long Beach from 1982 to 1984. Maria then pursued their higher education at San Diego State University, where they earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from 1984 to 1986. Prior to their university studies, Maria N. attended Orange Coast College from 1980 to 1982 to obtain an Associate of Arts (AA) degree, although the field of study for this degree is not specified. Additionally, in January 1993, Maria N. obtained a certification as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from the Board of Behavioral Sciences.