Japneet W
Chicago,IL
Summary
Professional in behavioral health with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in patient assessment, crisis intervention, and therapeutic support. Adaptable and reliable, able to flex with changing needs and provide effective solutions. Known for empathy, communication skills, and results-driven approach to care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Intern
Alternatives Inc.
06.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated adherence to Alternatives, Inc
- Policies, particularly in trauma-informed care and restorative justice
- Engaged effectively with Black/Latinx and LGBTQ+ youth, fostering trust and rapport within the community
- Actively participated in agency meetings and behavioral health staffings, committing to continuous professional development
- Facilitated therapeutic groups focused on trauma recovery, substance abuse prevention, and social-emotional skills development
Undergraduate Admissions Counselor (Part-Time)
University of Illinois at Chicago, Office of Undergraduate Admissions
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Field questions and respond to inquiries from prospective students through various communication channels such as Slate and Microsoft Teams
- Assist new employees with onboarding processes
- Attend virtual college fairs and school visits to support undergraduate recruitment efforts
- Managed caseloads efficiently to ensure timely responses to inquiries from prospective students and their families.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
Behavioral Health Intern
Inner-City Muslim Network (IMAN)
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided weekly brief individual therapy to 10 clients (ages 8-55) with various mental health conditions
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments, including client diagnoses utilizing DSM-5
- Spearheaded monthly Senior Luncheon community events, enhancing community engagement
- Coordinated care with IMAN Health Center, ensuring continuity for clients' medical needs
- Co-facilitated Trauma-Informed Yoga and Green Re-Entry groups, promoting holistic well-being
First Year Intern
Thrive Counseling Center
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Company Overview: Oak Park IL
- Supported clinicians through case management, providing community support and referrals to clients in the River Forest and Oak Park areas
- Managed 4-5 clients (ages 18-50) weekly with varying presenting issues, including addiction, depression, and anxiety
- Oak Park IL
Transfer Admissions Counselor, Recruitment & Outreach
University of Illinois at Chicago
01.2019 - 07.2021
- Led transfer admissions counseling and recruitment for the North-Chicago territory, managing community relations and fiscal travel expenditures
- Provided data analysis to enrollment leadership, guiding university-wide outreach strategy and admissions policies
- Collaborated with academic colleges, marketing, communications, and community college networks on outreach initiatives
- Successfully implemented transfer recruitment strategies, achieving record transfer enrollment
- Supported diversity initiatives by actively recruiting underrepresented student populations through targeted outreach efforts.
- Explained institution's fee structure, amenities, courses offered and facilities to prospective students and parents.
- Assessed student interests and skills and provided strategic information about pursuing suitable courses.
Education
Master's of Social Work - Mental Health
University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
05.2023
Bachelor's of Arts - Human Development and Learning
University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
05.2021
Skills
- Athena
- CareLogic
- ETO
- Trauma-Informed Focused CBT
- Rainbows
- Integrated Behavioral Health Care Training
- Social Work
- School-based settings
- Anxiety Reduction
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Self-Esteem Building
- Depression Treatment
Timeline
Behavioral Health Intern
Alternatives Inc.
06.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Intern
Inner-City Muslim Network (IMAN)
08.2022 - 04.2023
Undergraduate Admissions Counselor (Part-Time)
University of Illinois at Chicago, Office of Undergraduate Admissions
09.2021 - 05.2023
First Year Intern
Thrive Counseling Center
09.2021 - 05.2022
Transfer Admissions Counselor, Recruitment & Outreach
University of Illinois at Chicago
01.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor's of Arts - Human Development and Learning
University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
Master's of Social Work - Mental Health
University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
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