Lisset Vega

lismvegaa@gmail.com | 510-314-5988

Education:
M.A California State University Fresno
Higher Education Administration and Leadership Expected May 2024

B.A California State University Monterey Bay

Social and Behavioral Studies, Concentration in Social History - December 2020

Experience:
Substance Abuse Counselor, Prodigy Healthcare - January 2023 to Present
● Presents and delivers individual counseling services daily, case management services, education,
and community outreach services, and referrals to appropriate services and community resources.
● Provide intake and program orientation for the client and family members including, assessment
of psychological and social functioning and the development, implementation, and ongoing
review of the clients' Individual Treatment Plans
● Facilitated ancillary services, such family support groups, family education groups, continuing
care, networking with community agencies, developing and updating referral and resource
information.

Re-Entry Coordinator, Focus Forward - September 2022 to Present

● Lead, supervise and support program staff and volunteers to ensure HR policies and agency
values are followed; and goals are met in accordance with funder expectations. Supervise and
leverage the support of interns and volunteer case managers/mentors
● Enter, collect and analyze data, and track progress on program goals. Synthesize information in
reports fit for various audiences, utilizing quantitative and qualitative data and compelling stories.
● Leverage program and operational resources for effective collaboration within the agency and
outside partners

Educational Advising Specialist, CSUMB Upward Bound - September 2021 to June 2022
● Developed and conducted individual and small group counseling services and academic, career,
college and financial workshops for program participants and their families.
● Organized social, cultural, and recreational activities and field trips during the summer and
academic year, including college visits & senior retreats
● Collaborated with campus target schools, community agencies, and the general public to foster
community for participants within the program.
● Participated in the recruitment process by interviewing, evaluating, and selecting eligible
participants.
● Oversaw the academic progress of students with their curriculum to ensure they were on track to
graduate high school and be eligible for Post Secondary Institutions.
 ● Collaborated with other student support programs at the high schools to advocate for student
needs and interests when exploring careers, majors, and colleges.

Administrative Assistant, CSUMB Upward Bound - July 2020 to September 2021

● Assisted the Associate Director with organizing social, cultural, and recreational activities and
field trips during the academic year and summer, including college visits & co-curricular
workshops.
● Created and executed curriculum and advising for the Summer Melt program to support the
recently graduated class in their transition to their higher education institution. Providing
additional support to participants by leading advising sessions with parents to break down the cost
of attendance, financial breakdowns, and answering questions about the student's transition into
higher education.
● Developed and coordinated the entire clerical and administrative support functions for two
federally funded TRiO Upward Bound grants. Edited and maintained the Shadow Budgets up to
date, ensured all expenditures are within grant regulations, and worked in close association with
departments supporting and overseeing federal grants to ensure project compliance.
● Prepared and processed various purchasing forms to include, but not limited to, Purchase
Requisition, Reimbursement, and Payment Request forms; reviews and confirmed accuracy of
invoices for approval of payment.
● Handle sensitive and/or confidential information when needed and ensure the confidentiality of
all program, staff records, and other sensitive information.

Educational Advising Assistant, CSUMB Upward Bound - August 2019 to April 2020
● Ensured students were meeting their A-G requirements and fulfilling high school courses.
● Developed professional relationships with students to provide academic support services to
Upward Bound students as it relates to high school and post-secondary success.
● Provided assistance to students on ACT/SAT test application and preparation, career planning,
college selection, financial aid and application, scholarship applications, and college admission
applications.

ASES Coordinator, Central Coast YMCA - August 2018 to August 2019

● Served as the liaison for the Salinas YMCA after-school programs throughout the Salinas Valley.
● Collaborated with school districts, local organizations, and the CHISPA housing organization to
provide safe spaces for staff to execute curriculum and provide academic support to participants
in the after-school program.
● Was responsible for the leadership and management of the After School Education and Safety
(ASES) Grant in the Salinas Union High School District across two middle schools in
low-income areas.
● Created reports submitted to the Salinas Union High School District with the participants'
attendance, retention, and improvements, where applicable, to report to the state of California.
● Served as a translator to parents of participants in the program to communicate with their teachers
and school officials to help the participant succeed academically and socially.
Professional and Community Involvement
NASPA Foundation Present
California College Personnel Association Present
HEAL Graduate Student Association Present
Emerging Leaders Institute January 2022 - June 2022
Western Association of Educational Opportunity Personnel September 2020 - June 2022

Certifications and Trainings

Certifications and Trainings
Basic Gangology Specialist Certification In Progress
Naloxone (NARCAN) Training January 2024
Substance Use Disorder Registered Counselor January 2024
Consent and Bystander Intervention September 2023
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified January 2023
CA Mandated Reporter Training October 2022
Prison Rape Elimination Act Training September 2022
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Lisset Vega
lismvegaa@gmail.com | 510-314-5988

Education
Higher Education Administration and Leadership, M.A Expected May 2024
California State University Fresno, Fresno, Ca
Bachelor of Arts in Social and Behavioral Sciences December 2020
California State University Monterey Bay, Seaside, Ca
Student Exchange July 2017 - December 2017
Universidad Católica de Córdoba, Córdoba, Argentina
Semester Concentration for Pre-Law
Student Exchange June 2017
Universidad de La Salle in Bogotá, Colombia
International Summer Academy

Research Experience
Capstone Project August 2019 - May 2020
Examining fear: Anti-Chinese Politics in California that lead to the 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act
Capstone project to demonstrate the skills gained during my undergraduate career in the Social
and Behavioral Global Studies Department (SBGS) at CSUMB. The purpose of this study was to
comprehend the reasoning behind the approval of the 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act and analyze
how this act has impacted immigration reform laws in the present with the Latin American
population.

Service Learning Research February 2020 - May 2020

Examining the economic impact of silver in Mexico during the 19th century
Worked alongside Dr. Gooch, assistant professor of Economics at the Naval Postgraduate
School, to complete research for their silver mining in Mexico project. My role was to analyze
the economic impact silver had in Mexico during the 19th century. I would translate articles,
locate original documents from the Spanish and Mexican government and the effect the mint
factories had on Mexico’s infrastructure and society. I also worked alongside two peers who
focused on other aspects of how silver mining affected Mexico.
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Professional and Community Involvement

NASPA Foundation Present

California College Personnel Association Present

HEAL Graduate Student Association August 2022 to Present

Participate in the student organization for the graduate program I am a candidate in. Collaborate with
colleagues through organization events. Contribute to the fostering of a community for future higher
education student affairs practitioners.

HEAL Graduate Student Association Finance Chair January 2023 to December 2023
As the finance chair for the student organization I was responsible for assisting in handling the financial
affairs. I would maintain all accounting records and prepare financial reports to provide to the advisors
and organization constituents.

Emerging Leaders Institute January 2022 - June 2022

Professional Development opportunity provided by WESTOP upon program selection. I was selected to
be a part of this cohort to gain insight on my leadership style, expand on my professional network, and
learn more about being a professional in an Educational Support Programs designed to support students
from marginalized communities.

Pajaro Valley High School Scholarship Night May 2022

Worked in collaboration with the Pajaro Valley Unified School District Coordinator of Scholarships to
organize the event to celebrate graduating seniors that received a scholarship. Also presented the awards
to recipients and their families at the event.

Pajaro Valley High School Loves You Fundraiser April 2022

Work in collaboration with the Pajaro Valley High School Local Scholarship Committee to raise funds for
graduating students from Pajaro Valley High School to receive scholarships. We plan different
fundraisers, promote, and collect the money to distribute to students before they graduate.

Chair of Search Committee February 2022

Chair for the hiring of the CSUMB Upward Bound Educational Advising Specialist for two of the schools
the program serves. Work alongside two professionals in similar fields to help identify the best candidates
eligible for the first interview.

Pajaro Valley High School Local Scholarship Committee January 2022 - May 2022
Serve as a community member to assist the Pajaro Valley Unified School District Coordinator of
Scholarships and College Pathways review applications of the Pajaro Valley High School Local
Scholarship and select the most fitted recipients for the awards.
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Western Association of Educational Opportunity Personnel September 2020 - June 2022

Member of the Central California Chapter. This organization focuses on creating and developing
professionals in education who advocate and provide equitable access to educational opportunities for
communities with lower income and first generation populations.

Certifications and Trainings

Basic Gangology Specialist Certification In Progress
Naloxone (NARCAN) Training January 2024
Substance Use Disorder Registered Counselor January 2024
Consent and Bystander Intervention September 2023
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified January 2023
CA Mandated Reporter Training October 2022
Prison Rape Elimination Act Training September 2022