Alexa Fernanda Marasa
New York,NY
Summary
Experienced Forensic Case Manager with 5 years in clinical settings, including 4 years coordinating care for justice-involved clients. Leverages strong communication and coordination skills to manage client services and collaborate with justice stakeholders. Seeking to apply expertise in a leadership role within EAC Network.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Forensic Case Manager
Eac Network
The Bronx, NY
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced client mental health and substance use recovery by building rapport and connecting them to treatment, reducing barriers, and providing monthly progress updates to Bronx Supreme Criminal Court throughout their 18–24-month treatment court mandate
- Conducted mental health evaluations in English and Spanish to assess for diversion program eligibility and determine clinical needs
- Collaborated in weekly team meetings with program and clinical directors to discuss and strategize on complex cases
- Produced psychological reports with diagnostic and risk analysis under guidance of Clinical Director, incorporating discussed diagnosis, risks, and mitigating factors
Forensic Case Manager Intern
Eac Network
The Bronx, NY
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Supported forensic case managers by writing psychosocial reports, scheduling intakes with facilities, and providing reminders to clients, enhancing case management efficiency
- Conducted intakes with justice-involved clients, requested records, and wrote psychosocial reports, contributing to comprehensive client assessments
- Facilitated one-on-one interactive journaling sessions, encouraging clients to reflect on their values and desired changes, promoting personal development
Domestic Violence Advocate
Consejo Counseling and Referral Services
Seattle, WA
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Performed individual advocacy-based counseling sessions with domestic violence survivors and designed personalized safety plans
- Provided crisis intervention and stabilization for survivors in emergency situations
- Facilitated a support group to educate and empower participants on domestic violence prevention strategies
Education
M.A. - Psychology
New York University
New York, NY09-2023
B.S. - Neurobiology
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06-2017
Skills
- Case documentation
- Data Analysis
- Oral & Written Communication
- Empathy
- Flexibility
- Teamwork
- Listening
- Problem-solving
- Microsoft Office & Office 365
- Google Drive
- Zoom
- Windows OS (XP – 11)
Certification
Washington DSHS Medical Interpretation Certificate (01/2014 - 01/2019)
LANGUAGES
English - Native or Bilingual Proficiency
Spanish - Native or Bilingual Proficiency
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Fordham University (09/2021 - Present)
- Attempted to validate a competency instrument in Spanish for immigration court.
- Participated in the transcription of audio recordings.
Timeline
Forensic Case Manager
Eac Network
08.2023 - Current
Forensic Case Manager Intern
Eac Network
09.2022 - 07.2023
Domestic Violence Advocate
Consejo Counseling and Referral Services
08.2020 - 05.2021
M.A. - Psychology
New York University
B.S. - Neurobiology
University of Washington