Alycia Amaru
Fairfield,NJ
Summary
Perceptive and passionate about helping others reach personal and professional goals. Delivers exceptional client support in community-based treatment facilities and contributed to many clients' status improvements. Superb communications skills and compassionate nature enabled positive outcomes in challenging environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
COUNSELOR- INTERN
CarePlus NJ
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Improved client outcomes by utilizing evidence-based counseling techniques and individualized treatment plans
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to help clients recognize personal barriers to change and identify actionable steps towards improvement
- Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets
- Enhanced therapeutic environment by establishing safe and supportive space for clients to openly discuss their concerns
- Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST
CarePlus NJ
05.2021 - Current
- Developed customized employment plans for clients, resulting in successful job placements and long-term career growth
- Recognized client employment barriers and devised strategies to resolve them
- Assisted clients in developing effective job search strategies that leveraged their unique skills, experience, and qualifications for targeted positions
- Matched clients to open positions based on skills and work requirements
- Advised clients on interviewing and resume writing techniques to increase employment chances.
Residential Counselor
Easterseals Of New Jersey
07.2020 - 05.2022
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions and increasing interpersonal and social skills.
- Facilitated group sessions with residents to educate them on health and wellness.
- Assisted residents in achieving personal goals by facilitating access to community resources and services.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
- Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05.2018
Skills
- Individualized Service
- Planning
- Employment Counseling
- Treatment Plan Development
- Multicultural Competence
- Emotional awareness
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relationship Building
- Group facilitation
- Job Development
Timeline
COUNSELOR- INTERN
CarePlus NJ
05.2023 - 05.2024
EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST
CarePlus NJ
05.2021 - Current
Residential Counselor
Easterseals Of New Jersey
07.2020 - 05.2022
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
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