Angel Schwartz
Victoria
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Intervention Specialist
National Youth Advocacy Program
01.2024 - Current
- Provided emotional support to clients, enabling them to better cope with challenging situations.
- Supported families in understanding their loved ones'' needs during times of crisis, promoting better engagement in the healing process.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, establishing trust and fostering open communication channels.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring seamless service delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for clients during crisis situations.
Mental Health Technician
University Of New Mexico Psychiatric Hospital
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
Youth Empowerment Specialist
Newday Youth And Family Services
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for at-risk youth through consistent supervision and positive reinforcement.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
- Improved communication skills among youths by encouraging group discussions and collaborative projects.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing structured activities and educational support.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among program participants, fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding within the group setting.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Christian Theological Seminary
Indianapolis, IN12.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN05.2013
Skills
- Risk evaluation
- Mental health knowledge
- Professional boundaries
- Verbal De-escalation
- Substance abuse awareness
- Nonviolent Communication
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Client Confidentiality
- Suicide Prevention
- Self-Care Practices
- Empathy Display
- Trauma Informed Care Framework
Timeline
Crisis Intervention Specialist
National Youth Advocacy Program
01.2024 - Current
Mental Health Technician
University Of New Mexico Psychiatric Hospital
04.2022 - 12.2023
Youth Empowerment Specialist
Newday Youth And Family Services
10.2021 - 07.2022
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Christian Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Valparaiso University
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