Keyla Valladares
About Keyla Valladares
Keyla Valladares is a Case Manager currently working at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants in Arlington, Virginia. She has extensive experience in case management and public relations, having held various roles in organizations focused on health services, education, and advocacy since 2010.
Current Role at U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Keyla Valladares has been working as a Case Manager at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) since 2019. In this role, she focuses on providing culturally and linguistically appropriate post-placement services for minors and their families. Valladares coordinates communication with key stakeholders to ensure comprehensive case management, regularly assessing the safety and appropriateness of placements based on child welfare principles and social work best practices.
Previous Experience in Case Management
Before her current position, Valladares held multiple roles at Comprehensive Health Services. She served as a Case Manager, Point of Contact-Case Manager, and Lead Case Manager between 2018 and 2019. Her responsibilities included managing cases and ensuring the well-being of clients in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Additionally, she worked as a Youth Care Worker and Case Aide at the same organization, contributing to the care and support of youth.
Research Experience at Syracuse University
In 2015, Valladares worked as a Researcher at Syracuse University, focusing on political violence in Latin America. This role allowed her to engage in academic research and analysis, contributing to her understanding of complex social issues. She also served as a Literacy Corps Academic Tutor at Syracuse University from 2012 to 2015, where she supported students in their educational development.
Educational Background
Keyla Valladares studied at Syracuse University from 2011 to 2015, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Latin American Studies and Public Relations. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in cultural studies and communication strategies, which she applies in her professional roles. Prior to her university studies, she attended the Young Women's Preparatory Academy from 2007 to 2011.
Advocacy and Fundraising Experience
Valladares has experience in advocacy and fundraising through her role at the Human Rights Campaign in 2014, where she worked as a Fundraiser and Advocate. This position involved engaging with community members and promoting initiatives that support human rights. She also served as an Assistant Director at YWCA of Greater Miami-Dade from 2015 to 2016, where she contributed to organizational efforts aimed at supporting women and families.