Tina Rocha
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Get to know me
In all that I do, I am a social worker. I have been working in the fields of mental health and education since 2001. I am a contributor to the field whether that be through the research, writing, facilitation, instruction and leading that I do. I am a lifelong learner and am currently working towards a doctoral degree in Social Work with the hope of making a difference in community and school-based suicide prevention/postvention and mental health. I am passionately committed to practicing trauma-informed, healing centered and culturally responsive wellness support in all that I do. Previously, I have been a Coordinator of Mental Health Services for a district and county office of education, and proudly responded with, led and trained district crisis response teams in support of students, staff and families after a crisis. I believe that wellness is a right, and I have spent the majority of my career working to bring wellness resources to underserved and underrepresented communities. When I’m not working, I love cooking and trying different foods and restaurants, and spending time with my friends and family.
I am
Technical Assistance Specialist, Behavioral Health Student Services Act Statewide Technical Assistance Coordinator (STAC)
I research, develop and create resource materials and coordinate learning opportunities for county office of education teams to support their school-based mental health supports.
Technical Assistance Specialist, Comprehensive Suicide Prevention (CSP)
Technical Assistance Specialist, OC Mental Health and Wellbeing (OC MHWB)
I research, develop and create resource materials and deliver trainings to cultural peer leaders and other professionals on culturally responsive mental health and wellness. I provide ongoing one on one consultation with leaders from identified community partners.
Technical Assistance Specialist, Youth Suicide Prevention and Response Network (YSPRN)
I research, develop and create resource materials and coordinate learning opportunities for county teams to enhance their suicide prevention and crisis response systems. I provide ongoing one on one consultation with leaders from county teams.