Alondra Tiburcio-Brito
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Compassionate individual with comprehensive knowledge of social service programs and community resources. Skilled at identifying needs and developing effective plans of action to provide intervention and assistance. Possesses strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Manager/Geriatric Psychiatric Community
New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia
10.2020 - Current
- Performs Initial assessment of patient’s psychosocial needs within the outpatient adult behavioral health care setting
- Develop and implement comprehensive case management plans to address patient's needs and goals in collaboration with patient’s treatment team to formulate the Psychiatric Case Management Service Plan
- Respond to crises and emergency situations to provide immediate assistance to patients in need
- Coordinate individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for patients' needs and resolve roadblocks
- Facilitate Skills/therapy group sessions to promote positive behavior change for patients
- Facilitate supportive group activities to reduce social isolation, promote increased behavioral activation, improved self-esteem and community empowerment within the clinic and the community
- Devise and implement community-based programs to promote mental health awareness
- Collaborate with community organizations to develop and implement service initiatives such as community workshops, staff's wellbeing support and educational group series to various senior centers
- Supported intake process through initial evaluation, risk assessment and/or connection to treatment as appropriate
Social Work Intern at Adult Behavioral Health Care
New York Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided weekly psychotherapy individual sessions while assessing for risk, implementing different treatment modality as CBT, Motivational Intervention and evidence based practices.
- Evaluated patients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help patients develop coping skills and improve communication.
- Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within the organization.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for patients.
- Assisted patients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change while monitoring patients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Educated patients on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
Case Manager/Research Coordinator/Cognitive Rater
Neurobehavioral Research Inc
09.2013 - 10.2019
- Conducted Psycho-Social evaluation of enrolled subjects in different mental health clinical trials while managing and providing support with needed social services resources
- Conducted pre-screening cognitive assessments for potential and enrolled participants as per protocol requirements in the various clinical trials
- Managed and acted as a liaison between research physicians, research team, and the patients in obtaining patients’ health information
- Ensured patients’ transition into proper treatment facility following clinical trial’s completion
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Fordham University
Bronx, NY05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
York College
Queens, NY12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Legal Assistant
New York City College of Technology
Brooklyn, NY06.2004
Skills
- Client Needs Assessment
- Case Planning and Management
- Referrals and Networking
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Certification
- LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Social Work Intern at Adult Behavioral Health Care
New York Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia
01.2022 - 08.2022
Case Manager/Geriatric Psychiatric Community
New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia
10.2020 - Current
Case Manager/Research Coordinator/Cognitive Rater
Neurobehavioral Research Inc
09.2013 - 10.2019
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Fordham University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
York College
Bachelor of Science - Legal Assistant
New York City College of Technology