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Amy Garcia

Summary

Clinical Mental Health Counselor candidate with over 10 years of experience in human services, case management, and behavioral support. Currently in the second year of a Master’s program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Walden University. Actively seeking field experience to enhance counseling skills in a supervised setting. Committed to ethical practice, cultural sensitivity, and empowering clients through evidence-based care.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Assistant

ReDiscover Tech
11.2023 - Current
  • Serve as primary liaison for executive-level communication.
  • Coordinate projects, community relations, and content strategy.
  • Manage confidential materials and schedule coordination.

Co-Teacher

Muskegon Montessori for Environmental Change
08.2021 - 09.2023
  • Supported individualized learning plans and behavioral interventions (PBIS).
  • Facilitated academic and behavioral small groups.
  • Managed classroom in lead teacher’s absence.

Recruitment and Enrollment Specialist

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lakeshore
08.2017 - 09.2019
  • Conducted assessments and interviews for program applicants.
  • Managed caseloads and coordinated services with partner organizations.
  • Developed outreach strategies and supervised interns.

Behavioral Analyst Technician

HGA Support Services
05.2016 - 09.2017
  • Delivered ABA therapy for children with Autism.
  • Implemented individualized treatment plans.
  • Documented clinical data and participated in family collaboration.

Dental Admin & Patient Assistant Coordinator

Muskegon Family Care
02.2015 - 03.2016
  • Provided case management and sliding fee services.
  • Coordinated dental insurance and financial planning.

Benefits Specialist

Priority Health
07.2013 - 09.2014
  • Coordinated with departments for member care and billing resolution.
  • Supported Medicaid and HMO policyholders.

Parent Mentor

Catholic Charities of the Lakeshore
08.2011 - 07.2013
  • Supported families involved with CPS and foster care.
  • Developed service reports and coordinated with DHS, schools, and courts.

Program Coordinator

YMCA of Muskegon
06.2011 - 01.2013
  • Led youth sports programs and enrichment services for at-risk youth.
  • Managed budgets and created programming materials.

Camp & Marketing Coordinator

Intercontinental Sports Association
08.2006 - 01.2008
  • Organized youth sports camps and tournaments across West Michigan.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Walden University
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Walden University
11.2013

Associate in Science and Arts -

Muskegon Community College
05-2010

High School - undefined

Oakridge High School
01.2005

Skills

  • Trauma-informed care and ACEs awareness
  • QPR suicide prevention
  • Psychological first aid
  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
  • Documentation and assessment skills
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • US Soccer Federation "E" License
  • First Aid/CPR & Life Guard Certification

Timeline

Executive Assistant

ReDiscover Tech
11.2023 - Current

Co-Teacher

Muskegon Montessori for Environmental Change
08.2021 - 09.2023

Recruitment and Enrollment Specialist

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lakeshore
08.2017 - 09.2019

Behavioral Analyst Technician

HGA Support Services
05.2016 - 09.2017

Dental Admin & Patient Assistant Coordinator

Muskegon Family Care
02.2015 - 03.2016

Benefits Specialist

Priority Health
07.2013 - 09.2014

Parent Mentor

Catholic Charities of the Lakeshore
08.2011 - 07.2013

Program Coordinator

YMCA of Muskegon
06.2011 - 01.2013

Camp & Marketing Coordinator

Intercontinental Sports Association
08.2006 - 01.2008

High School - undefined

Oakridge High School

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Walden University

Associate in Science and Arts -

Muskegon Community College
Amy Garcia