Alexandra Artiles, LMSW
Bronx,New York
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Coordinator/ Mental Health Clinician
Bronxworks/ SOS (Safe Options Support)
Bronx, New York
04.2023 - Current
- Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
- Act as a key-worker and cooperated with multidisciplinary teams
- Provided clinical input/intervention when needed.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients to resources.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Advocated for clients'' needs within the mental health system, working collaboratively with other providers to ensure optimal care delivery.
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
Assistant Program Director (in lieu)
Bronxworks
Bronx, New York
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Managed caseload of 48 clients
- Conducted psychosocials
- Acted as liaison between psychiatric department and client
- Processed housing applications and submitted them through CAPS
- Provided Talk Therapy services
- Assisted individuals with substance abuse issues and co-occurring mental illnesses in referring them to services, also assisted with resource gathering
- Ensured site was up to code for Callahan inspections
- Managed Administrative and Social Services Staff.
Social Worker
Bronxworks
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Established course of action by exploring options and setting goals with client.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Case Manager
Bronxworks
Bronx, New York
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Coordinate and provide care that is safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and client-centered
- Help clients achieve wellness and autonomy
- Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Enhanced client self-sufficiency through the coordination of relevant community resources and services.
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning and follow-up care.
Program Assistant
Bronxworks
10.2020 - 07.2021
- De-escalated situations as they occurred
- Oversaw and managed building of 64 clients
- Locked and opened client doors in a stabilization bed setting
- Documented incident reports through the proper channels.
- Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.
- Maintained public spaces in the shelter up to code
- Refilled Narcan kits and ensured syringe bins were empty.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Fordham University
The Bronx, NY05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Lehman College
The Bronx, NY12.2021
Certification
- Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW), 118541
- Notary Public, 01AR6376618
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Coordinator/ Mental Health Clinician
Bronxworks/ SOS (Safe Options Support)
04.2023 - Current
Assistant Program Director (in lieu)
Bronxworks
01.2023 - 04.2023
Social Worker
Bronxworks
07.2022 - 04.2023
Case Manager
Bronxworks
07.2021 - 07.2022
Program Assistant
Bronxworks
10.2020 - 07.2021
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Fordham University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Lehman College