I'd Love To Talk About...
I'm always open to new experiences and I especially have a passion for working with community-based non-profits, student organizations, and new ideas. Below are some topics that I would love to discuss with you, but this isn't an exhaustive list!
Mental Health and Community Health
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Opportunities for mental health clinicians (MSW completion in May 2025)
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Opportunities to educate others about mental health (ie. workshops, panels, etc.)
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Opportunities to get involved with community health initiatives
Non-Profits, Event Operations, and Community Service
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Opportunities to get involved with new or existing non-profits
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Opportunities to serve or better the community
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Opportunities to help with new or existing events including planning and/or onsite management
Mentorship & Support for Students / Student Orgs
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Any students seeking mentorship, advice, or collaboration
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Support with starting or managing student organizations
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Opportunities to positively influence students through a school, college, or other non-profit program
About Me
Hi, I'm Roy! I'm an Asian American born and raised in California with a passion for new experiences. My background spans a diverse range of fields, and I love drawing from those experiences to grow and contribute in meaningful ways. My interests include mental health, community service, nonprofit management, student engagement, and event operations.
Education
2023-2025 (current)
Master's in Social Work
CSU Dominguez Hills
Currently pursuing my Master’s in Social Work at CSU Dominguez Hills, graduating in May 2025. The program emphasizes a critical race theory (CRT) approach, guiding my coursework and training. Through this education, I am developing social work skills at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels while completing specialized coursework to prepare for mental health licensure.
2018-2020
Psychological Sciences, BA
UC Irvine
Earned my Bachelor's degree from UC Irvine's School of Social Ecology, which emphasizes education, research, public policy, and community action. My studies provided a broad foundation in psychology while also exposing me to concepts in research, social justice, urban planning, criminology, and public health.
2015-2017
Social Sciences, AA
Ohlone College
Completed two years at community college with the goal of transferring to a university. Earned my Associate’s degree in social sciences, gaining a strong foundation through coursework in psychology, sociology, communication, political science, and anthropology.
Mental & Behavioral Health
One of my main career goals is to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with the ability to diagnose and treat mental disorders. Beyond that, I am passionate about educating others on mental health and working to reduce stigma surrounding it.
Relevant Experiences
2022-2025 (current)
Non-Profit Staff
Asian American Senior Citizens Service Center (Santa Ana, CA)
The Asian American Senior Citizens Service Center is a community health non-profit that engages in a variety of initiatives. As a staff member, I've had the opportunity to lead a variety of workshops related to mental health, substance use, and self-care.
2024-2025 (until May 2025)
MSW Intern (Clinical Mental Health Training)
Hoag (Newport Beach, CA)
As part of my MSW program, I am currently completing an internship at Hoag, where I receive clinical mental health training. My focus includes assessing, diagnosing, and treating outpatient clients across various age groups, from children to older adults.
2020-2023
Mental Health Case Manager
AMFM Healthcare (Orange County, CA)
Worked for a company that operated residential inpatient treatment centers and intensive outpatient programs for clients with co-occurring severe mental illness and substance use disorders. As a mental health case manager, I facilitated psychoeducational group sessions, provided individual case management, conducted intake assessments, participated in treatment planning, and coordinated discharge and aftercare planning.
2021-2022
Crisis Intervention Volunteer
Trauma Intervention Program of Orange County (CA)
After completing a 40-hour training in emotional first aid and crisis intervention, I volunteered for on-call shifts, responding to individuals in the immediate aftermath of trauma, such as the death of a loved one. My role involved providing on-site emotional support and connecting them with appropriate resources.
2017-2018 & 2020
Behavior Technician 1 & 2
Autism Learning Partners (SF Bay Area & Orange County, CA)
Applied principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to work with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, following individualized treatment plans developed by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Ensured accurate documentation and compliance with all relevant procedures.
Non-Profit Organizations
My journey in the nonprofit world began as a teenager when I volunteered with local organizations, eventually stepping into youth leadership roles. Since then, I have been passionate about serving my community and giving back. Over the years, I have gained valuable experience and continuously seek new opportunities to stay involved.
Relevant Experiences
2022-2025 (current)
Non-Profit Staff
Asian American Senior Citizens Service Center (Santa Ana, CA)
Starting as a volunteer before transitioning to a part-time staff role, I developed and currently manage the volunteer programs, youth program, and college internship programs for this community-based nonprofit organization.
2024-2025
Staff Resources Director (HR)
TouhouFest (Souther California)
As the Staff Resources (HR) Director for a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit that hosts an annual fan-based convention, I led the development of a structured recruitment, onboarding, and complaint resolution process. I also created a formalized staff handbook and various internal procedural forms to enhance organizational efficiency.
2021-2024
Volunteer Coordinator & Advisor
ZotCon at UC Irvine (CA)
Starting as a volunteer coordinator, I assisted this student-run organization, which hosts an annual anime event at UC Irvine, with volunteer recruitment. Later, as an advisor, I guided student leaders in establishing an organizational structure to enhance operational efficiency and ensure long-term sustainability.
Event Planning & Onsite Staffing
My experience with events began as early as junior high, when I helped with school band concerts. Over time, I became more involved in various aspects of event planning and on-site operations, including sponsorships, logistics, exhibitor management, volunteer coordination, and more. I love seeing an event come to life and take pride in being part of making the "show" happen!
Relevant Experiences
2022-2025 (current)
Non-Profit Staff
Asian American Senior Citizens Service Center (Santa Ana, CA)
As a staff member for a community-based nonprofit, I assisted in planning and executing various public community events, with a focus on coordinating on-site volunteers—sometimes numbering in the hundreds per event.
2018-2024 (seasonal)
Event/Convention Volunteer & Temp Staff
Anime Expo (Los Angeles, CA)
Starting as a volunteer and progressing to a volunteer lead and eventually a paid temp staff team lead, I contributed to Anime Expo, one of the largest anime conventions in the Western Hemisphere. My experience included line management, convention operations, vendor/exhibitor coordination, and assisting with setup/teardown.
2023-2024
Onsite Event Temp Staff
Anime Impulse (Southern California)
Anime Impulse is an anime-themed event held multiple times a year in various locations. As part of their recurring on-site temp staff team, I assisted with various operational needs and was part of the team during its inaugural out-of-state expansion to Seattle, WA, and Phoenix, AZ.
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