Karen Valles

Karen Valles is a highly experienced professional in the field of mental health and social work, currently serving as a Grant Management Specialist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention since November 2022. Prior to this role, Valles held various positions, including Mental Health Specialist at San Joaquin County Mental Health from December 2016 to December 2022, and Mental Health Outreach Worker at San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services. Previous experience includes serving as a Residential Counselor at Bill Wilson Center and a Civic Action Intern at Somos Mayfair. Valles also worked as an ESL Peer Tutor at De Anza College. Educational qualifications include a Master of Social Work degree from California State University, Stanislaus, a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Social Action from Palo Alto University, and a Certificate in Translation and Interpretation from The National Hispanic University.