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Amarilys Picard

Behavioral Work
ORLANDO,FL
2
Languages
1
Certification
26
years of professional experience

Dedicated Certified Behavioral Health Case Management professional with 10+ years of experience supporting children age 3 through adulthood, including individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health needs. Expertise in care coordination, service planning, advocacy, referrals, documentation, and connecting clients and families with medical, behavioral health, Medicaid, SSI, APD, and community resources.

Work History

Behavioral Health Case Manager

6 Years 9 Months
Behavioral Work | 11.2019 - Current

• Assessed client needs and coordinated individualized behavioral health, medical, and support services to enhance overall client well-being.

• Developed, implemented, and documented measurable goals through individualized Service Plans, ensuring accurate records to track client progress.

• Advocated for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, promoting person-centered care.

• Coordinated referrals and resources, including Medicaid, SSI, SNAP, APD, medical, behavioral health, and community services for comprehensive client support.

• Collaborated with families, multidisciplinary teams, and community providers to promote continuity of care.

  • Provided crisis intervention services, effectively de-escalating situations and ensuring client safety.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients in need of behavioral health services.

Targeted Case Manager

4 Years 3 Months
Angels for Kids on Call | 08.2015 - 11.2019

• Delivered targeted case management to children, adolescents, and families addressing behavioral health and intellectual disability-related needs, fostering improved access to services.

• Coordinated individualized services, referrals, home visits, and follow-up to ensure comprehensive support and ongoing progress monitoring.

• Advocated for clients and families in navigating complex medical, behavioral health, and community-based service systems, enhancing their understanding and access to necessary resources.

• Supported families with guardianship planning as children approached adulthood and connected them with community resources.

  • Coordinated individualized service plans to address client needs effectively.
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted services based on evolving needs and feedback.

Hispanic Outreach Coordinator

6 Years 2 Months
Family Network on Disabilities | 06.2000 - 08.2006
  • Developed outreach strategies to enhance community engagement and support for individuals with disabilities.
  • Coordinated workshops and events, fostering collaboration among families, service providers, and stakeholders.
  • Managed communication efforts through social media platforms, increasing awareness of disability resources and services.
  • Delivered educational workshops and regional conferences related to disability services and family advocacy

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology - Magna Cum Laud

Universidad Del Este Ana G. Mendez | Orlando, FL | 06-2015

Skills

Service Plan Development
Care coordination
IDD support
Crisis intervention
Family service planning
Community Resource Navigation
IDD neurodiversity support

Certification

Certified Behavioral Health Case Manager

Certified Telehealth Practitioner

CPR / First Aid Certified

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Behavioral Health Case Manager

Behavioral Work
11.2019 - CurrentRead More

Targeted Case Manager

Angels for Kids on Call
08.2015 - 11.2019Read More

Hispanic Outreach Coordinator

Family Network on Disabilities
06.2000 - 08.2006Read More

Universidad Del Este Ana G. Mendez

Bachelor of Science from Psychology - Magna Cum Laud
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Amarilys Picard