Paola Lara
About Paola Lara
Paola Lara is a Career Development Case Manager with over a decade of experience in career planning and guidance. She has worked at Opportunity Junction since 2012 and previously held a position as a Career Development Associate at the same organization from 2010 to 2012.
Current Role as Career Development Case Manager
Paola Lara has served as a Career Development Case Manager at Opportunity Junction since 2012. In this role, she focuses on providing career planning and guidance to clients, leveraging her extensive experience in the field. She connects clients to community resources that support their career development, ensuring they have access to necessary tools and information.
Previous Experience at Opportunity Junction
Before her current position, Paola Lara worked at Opportunity Junction as a Career Development Associate from 2010 to 2012. During her two years in this role, she gained valuable experience in assisting individuals with their career paths and enhancing their employability skills.
Experience with Americorps
Paola Lara worked with Americorps as a Disaster Preparedness member from 2007 to 2008. This role provided her with experience in community service and preparedness initiatives, contributing to her overall skill set in career development and community engagement.
Education in Sociology and Human Services
Paola Lara studied Sociology at California State University, Bakersfield, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, she attended Bakersfield College, achieving an Associate degree in Sociology and Human Services from 2006 to 2008. Her educational background supports her work in career development and community support.
Workshops and Skills Facilitation
In her current role, Paola Lara facilitates workshops focused on resume writing and interviewing skills for low-income adults. These workshops aim to equip participants with essential skills that enhance their job readiness and improve their chances of securing employment.