Alyssa Harrison
San Jose,CA
Summary
Skilled Counselor with strong background helping clients who've experienced traumatic overcome personal challenges and cope with triggering situations. Focused on facilitating exploration of issues, developing individualized plans and developing important skills. Licensed Clinical Social Worker #118801 by CA.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
City Of Fremont
12.2019 - Current
- Holds a caseload of up to 23 clients with moderate to severe mental health challenges.
- Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary, including assessments and treatment plans.
- Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.
- Reduced client symptoms of anxiety and depression with cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, mindfulness exercises, and psychodynamic approaches.
Housing Navigator
Abode Services
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Provided social work services to a caseload of 25 chronically homeless individuals and families, including psychosocial assessments, case management, and obtaining permanent supportive housing.
- Participated in homeless outreach to locate to literally homeless individuals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Advocated for clients'' rights, navigating complex systems to secure necessary resources and benefits.
Client Services Manager
Roseville Home Start
05.2015 - 12.2016
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Provided social work services to a caseload of 25 chronically homeless individuals and families, including psychosocial assessments, case management, and obtaining permanent supportive housing.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of New England
Portland, ME12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
William Jessup University
05.2015
Skills
- HIPAA
- Motivational Interviewing
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) technique
- Trauma work
- Emotional Support
- Psychoeducation
- Mindfulness practice
- Self-care strategies & coping skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Documentation And Reporting
- Treatment Planning
- Biopsychosocial Assessments
Internships
Counseling, MSW Intern 05/2019 to 12/2019
City of Fremont Family Resource Center – Fremont, CA
• Completed 560 hour-internship working with CalWORKs recipients and those with severe mental health issues.
• Implemented therapeutic interventions to promote awareness and growth.
• Assessed client needs via a biopsychosocial and developed treatment plans.
• Documented therapeutic goals and client progress through an electronic health record. • Solicits advice and guidance from programmatic and clinical supervisors weekly.
Youth Services Coordinator, MSW Intern, 01/2018 to 08/2018
Abode Services - Hayward, CA
• Provided services to foster care system involved transition aged-youth groups, including biopsychosocial assessments, coached independent living skills, and provided housing referrals.
• Maintained regular contact with clients, including visiting clients' homes once per week.
• Wrote reports and case summaries and compiled work records, including required statistics.
• Solicited advice and guidance from programmatic and clinical supervisors weekly.
Timeline
Counselor
City Of Fremont
12.2019 - Current
Housing Navigator
Abode Services
08.2017 - 02.2020
Client Services Manager
Roseville Home Start
05.2015 - 12.2016
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of New England
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
William Jessup University
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