Rosa Gandara
About Rosa Gandara
Rosa Gandara is a Community Health Navigator at MedZed in Pomona, California, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Ethnic Studies from California State University - East Bay and has experience in resident assistance and patient outreach.
Work at MedZed
Rosa Gandara serves as a Community Health Navigator at MedZed, a role she has held since 2021. In this position, she focuses on enhancing patient access to community resources and services. Rosa conducts motivational interviewing and goal setting with patients and families to improve their daily living. She actively engages in outreach activities, including scheduling appointments and obtaining consents within patients' homes. Her work emphasizes connecting patients with local community-based organizations and self-help groups, ensuring smooth transitions to necessary services.
Education and Expertise
Rosa Gandara earned her Bachelor's degree in Ethnic Studies from California State University - East Bay, where she studied from 2016 to 2020. Prior to her university education, she completed her high school education at Montclair High School, graduating in 2016. Her academic background supports her work in community health, providing her with a strong foundation in understanding diverse populations and their unique health-related social needs.
Background
Rosa Gandara has a diverse work history, primarily within California State University - East Bay. She worked as a Senior Resident Assistant from 2019 to 2020 and as a Front Desk Assistant from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she served as a Resident Assistant from 2017 to 2019. These roles provided her with experience in supporting students and managing community interactions, which contribute to her current responsibilities as a Community Health Navigator.
Achievements
In her role as a Community Health Navigator, Rosa Gandara conducts health-related social needs screenings and provides peer support on various issues, including food insecurity, housing safety, and transportation barriers. Her efforts aim to address critical social determinants of health, thereby improving the overall well-being of the communities she serves. Through her outreach and support activities, she plays a significant role in enhancing access to essential health services.