Claudia Vargas
About Claudia Vargas
Claudia Vargas is a Mental Health Peer Support Specialist with extensive experience in educational and mental health settings. She has worked at various organizations, including KIPP Houston Public Schools and Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, while also pursuing degrees in English Language and Literature and Computer Science.
Current Role at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid
Claudia Vargas has been serving as a Mental Health Peer Support Specialist at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid since 2020. In this role, she provides support to individuals facing mental health challenges, leveraging her personal experiences to foster understanding and connection. Her work focuses on empowering clients to navigate their mental health journeys and access necessary resources.
Previous Experience in Education
Claudia Vargas has a background in education, having worked as an Intern (Teacher) at KIPP Houston Public Schools for one month in 2017. She also served as a Graduate Teaching Fellow at KIPP Texas Public Schools - Houston for three months in 2018. Additionally, she was a Phonathon Caller at Trinity University from 2016 to 2018, where she engaged with alumni and supported fundraising efforts.
Experience in Mental Health Support
Claudia Vargas has extensive experience in mental health support roles. She worked as a Peer Policy Fellow at San Antonio Clubhouse, Inc. from 2018 to 2020, focusing on policy advocacy and peer support initiatives. She also served as a Crisis Counselor for Crisis Text Line from 2017 to 2018, providing immediate support to individuals in crisis. Her volunteer work at San Antonio State Hospital from 2015 to 2018 further solidified her commitment to mental health advocacy.
Educational Background
Claudia Vargas holds a Bachelor’s Degree in English Language and Literature from Trinity University, which she completed from 2014 to 2018. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Western Governors University, expected to be completed in 2024. Her educational journey began with a High School Diploma from Carnegie Vanguard High School, earned from 2010 to 2014.
Volunteer Work and Community Engagement
Claudia Vargas has engaged in various volunteer opportunities that reflect her commitment to community service. She volunteered with Voices for Children of San Antonio from 2016 to 2018, contributing to advocacy efforts for children in the foster care system. Her role as a volunteer at San Antonio State Hospital from 2015 to 2018 allowed her to gain insights into mental health care and support.