Ruth Villasenor, LCSW

Ruth Villasenor, LCSW has a diverse work experience spanning over several decades. Ruth currently works as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at the VA Outpatient Clinic, where they primarily serve geriatric veterans and their families. Their responsibilities include conducting psychosocial assessments, providing interventions, and making referrals to various VA programs. In addition to their current position, they also work as a part-time Home Health Social Worker at Bridge Home Health & Hospice.

Prior to these roles, Ruth served as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at the LCSW VA Outpatient Clinic in El Centro. Ruth also worked at Scripps Memorial Hospital as a Clinical Social Worker and gained experience in patient advocacy as a Patient Advocate at the VA Medical Center in Long Beach.

Earlier in their career, Ruth held supervisory positions at both the Veterans Health Administration and the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System. At the Veterans Health Administration, they acted as a liaison between medical facilities and the Office of Public Affairs in a six-state region. Ruth promoted initiatives focused on healthcare access, quality improvement, and transition to primary care. At the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System, they served as both a Quality Management Specialist and a Health Systems Specialist, overseeing ongoing quality monitoring and providing leadership with advice on areas for improvement.

Overall, Ruth Villasenor brings a wealth of experience in the field of social work, particularly within the Veterans Administration healthcare system.

Ruth Villasenor, LCSW, has a diverse education history. Ruth obtained their Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in History from UCLA from 1977 to 1981. Later on, they pursued a Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) degree at Cal State University-Sacramento from 1983 to 1984, specializing in the field of Social Work.

In terms of certifications, Ruth obtained the title of Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) from the National Association of Health Care Quality in 2004. Additionally, they have earned the designation of Licensed Clinical Social Worker from the Board of Behavioral Sciences in June 2017. Ruth also holds another certification as a Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality, which they obtained from the National Association for Healthcare Quality in December 2012.

These educational achievements and certifications highlight Ruth Villasenor's commitment to both social work and healthcare quality, equipping their with the necessary knowledge and expertise to excel in their profession as a licensed clinical social worker.