Social Media Community Engagement

Laisha Michel Carrillo-Mota

Lakewood, NJ (Open to Remote) 732-***-**** ****************@*****.*** Bilingual (English/Spanish) Notary Public – New Jersey MSW Graduate Advocate for Social, Environmental, and Immigrant Justice Professional Summary

Bilingual MSW graduate with a strong foundation in macro social work, policy research, program coordination, and culturally responsive outreach. Experienced in working with immigrant and Latinx communities across New Jersey and internationally. Passionate about social equity, environmental justice, and empowering underserved populations through research, advocacy, and resource access. Skilled in bilingual service delivery, cross-sector collaboration, and remote engagement.

Professional Experience

• University for Peace – Graduate Intern

Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica (Remote & In-Person) Jan 2025 – Apr 2025

• Coordinated logistics and outreach for the international Happiness and Well-being Summit

• Managed speaker scheduling, remote communications, and global engagement efforts

• Conducted research and authored a policy-based paper on the impacts of gentrification and tourism in Costa Rica

• Created infographics and bilingual outreach materials using Canva and Google Workspace

• Developed cross-cultural competencies and supported international community engagement

• Community Affairs & Resource Center (CARC) – Bilingual Case Manager Lakewood, NJ Feb 2024 – Jan 2025

• Provided bilingual case management to 30+ clients weekly, focusing on housing, food, and utility assistance

• Delivered translation services and advocated for Spanish-speaking immigrants navigating complex systems

• Collaborated with local agencies on community-based solutions and referrals

• Supported virtual scheduling and ran support workshops through the Hispanic Women Resource Center

• Community Affairs & Resource Center (CARC) – Macro Social Work Intern Asbury Park, NJ Sept 2023 – Jan 2025

• Contributed to homeless prevention outreach, grant research, and program expansion

• Facilitated needs assessments and client follow-ups in English and Spanish

• Created outreach flyers, newsletters, and bilingual social media content

• Completed a capstone research project on the need for English as a Second Language (ESL) services for Latinx immigrants in NJ

• New Jersey Girl Scouts – Intern

NJ Jan 2023 – May 2023

• Designed and led educational workshops focused on youth empowerment and leadership

• Assisted with planning community engagement events and virtual learning sessions

• Lil Achievers – Lead Teacher

Howell, NJ Jul 2022 – Feb 2024

• Supervised early childhood classroom and implemented culturally inclusive SEL activities

• Maintained digital logs and communication channels with parents

• Integrated early learning tech tools to promote engagement and readiness Education

Monmouth University

Master of Social Work (MSW) – Graduated May 2025

Focus: Macro Social Work, Community Engagement, Policy & Research Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) – Graduated May 2024 Ocean County College

A.A. in Liberal Arts – Graduated May 2021

Certifications

Notary Public – State of New Jersey Commissioned July 2025 Skills

Languages: English (Fluent), Spanish ( Advanced )

Professional: Case Management, Policy Research, Community Outreach, Program Coordination Technical: Google Workspace, Canva, Zoom, Microsoft Office, Excel, Social Media Tools Soft Skills: Collaboration, Empathy, Cross-Cultural Communication, Detail-Oriented

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