Alexandria Cruz
Lathrop,CA
Summary
Focused graduate student and part time crisis counselor skilled in delivering caring and compassionate support to address mental health issues. Well-versed in leading both one-on-one counseling sessions to improve client well-being and coping skills development. Advocating for clients to obtain resources and enhance support networks. Adept at optimizing program operations to maximize support. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Looking to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Counselor Volunteer
California Coalition For Youth
12.2022 - Current
- Offered supportive counseling and crisis intervention to individuals in crisis.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Maintained client records to document assessment, treatment plans and progress.
- Worked with family members to develop support networks and multifaceted coping techniques focused on client needs.
- Delivered individualized counseling services to clients working through issues such as mental illness and substance abuse.
- Assisted in development and implementation of relapse prevention strategies.
- Educated clients and families about dangers of substance abuse and addiction.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Private Caregiver
Megan Syal
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Worked as an aid to their middle child during school hours, assisting him with social settings and building relationships.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Notre Dame De Namur University
Belmont, CA08.2025
No Degree - Psychology
Las Positas College
Livermore, CABachelor of Science - Health Science With Business Administration
Cal State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA03.2018
Skills
- Client Support
- Problem-Solving Techniques
- Family Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Emotional Support
- Creative Solutions
- Grief Support
- Online Platforms
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Self-Motivated
- Critical Thinking
- Dependable and Responsible
- Excellent Communication
- MS Office
- Attention to Detail
- Organization and Time Management
- Self-Care Practices
- Problem Solving
- Youth Mentoring
Timeline
Crisis Counselor Volunteer
California Coalition For Youth
12.2022 - Current
Private Caregiver
Megan Syal
06.2021 - 07.2022
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Notre Dame De Namur University
No Degree - Psychology
Las Positas College
Bachelor of Science - Health Science With Business Administration
Cal State University, East Bay