Andrew S. Garcia
Beaumont,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised/supervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinician
Mckinley Children's Center
Hemet, CA
12.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate client records and documentation according to agency policy and procedures.
- Facilitated individual / group therapy sessions focused on various topics such as coping skills, anger management, and resiliency counseling.
- Provided psycho-educational support to families by educating them about their loved one's diagnosis and treatment plan.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate care for clients.
Clinician
Pacific Clinics
San Bernardino, CA
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Responded to emergency situations and provided crisis support.
- Maintained progress notes and documentation for patient health records.
- Performed comprehensive assessments for each patient.
- Managed caseload of multiple sessions weekly using various types of therapies and approaches.
- Provided psycho-educational support to families by educating them about their loved one's diagnosis and treatment plan.
Behavioral Specialist II
Pacific Clinics
San Bernardino, CA
10.2016 - 06.2023
- Provides 1 on 1 services to youth and family in a in-home environment
- Provides required documentation and reports, both clinical and administrative
- Helped families learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later efforts.
- Enhanced family and individuals physical, behavioral and social skills through activities.
Family Counselor
Operation SafeHouse
Riverside, CA
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Formulated and implemented individualized family treatment plans designed to strengthen intact families, reunite divided families and support personal growth.
- Conducted individual, couples and family counseling sessions as clinically indicated to provide psychotherapeutic interventions and establish and assess treatment goals.
- Helped couples and individuals develop proper communication techniques.
- Created clean, organized therapeutic space to help clients feel welcomed and safe.
Psychiatric Medical Assistant
Foothills Psychological Services
Upland, CA
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Communicated with clients and families effectively building lasting relationships.
- Recorded and closely monitored patient behaviors and progress to effectively identify changes needing attention.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology: MFT / PCC
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University San
San Bernardino, CA05.2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office 360, Psych Advantage and Welligent softwares
- Behavior Intervention
- Behavioral Support
- Therapeutic Services
- Treatment Plans
- Case Management
- Documentation and Reporting
- Crisis Intervention
- Compliance Requirements
Certification
Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale
Present
Counseling on Access to Lethal Means
Present
CPR Certification
Present
Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
Present
The Faith and Spirituality Integrated SBIRT Training
Present
Additional Information
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Clinician
Mckinley Children's Center
12.2023 - Current
Clinician
Pacific Clinics
06.2023 - 09.2023
Family Counselor
Operation SafeHouse
04.2022 - 05.2023
Behavioral Specialist II
Pacific Clinics
10.2016 - 06.2023
Psychiatric Medical Assistant
Foothills Psychological Services
05.2015 - 08.2016
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology: MFT / PCC
California Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University San