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Angela Lopez

Beaumont,CA

Summary

Dynamic Behavioral Health Specialist with extensive experience at IEHP, adept at crisis intervention and mental health assessment. Proven ability to develop individualized treatment plans and foster trust-based relationships through empathetic communication. Skilled in suicide risk assessment and motivated by a commitment to enhancing client outcomes and community resource availability.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Health Specialist

IEHP
10.2021 - 01.2025

Provided referrals and authorizations for therapy and psychiatry services. Completed state mandated behavioral health screenings. De-escalated members who were experiencing a challenging time accessing appropriate behavioral health services. Triaged crisis calls.

Behavioral Health Specialist-Mobile Crisis Team

County of Riverside
10.2016 - 10.2021
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify behavioral health needs of clients.
  • Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Provided crisis intervention and support during critical incidents to stabilize clients effectively.
  • Collaborated with community organizations to enhance resource availability for clients in need.
  • Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic listening and non-judgmental communication, fostering stronger therapeutic alliances.
  • Provided crisis intervention services during emergency situations, ensuring immediate support and safety for affected individuals.
  • Worked closely with adults and children in community settings, at residential facilities and within homes.
  • Worked closely with families to provide education about mental health conditions and promote understanding of treatment strategies, strengthening family relationships and support systems.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
05-1996

Skills

  • Suicide risk assessment
  • Behavioral treatment services
  • Discharge planning
  • Mental health assessment
  • Anxiety management
  • Assessment reports and other documentation
  • Client coping mechanisms
  • Stress reduction techniques
  • Professional ethics
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Multicultural competence
  • Crisis intervention
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Support services
  • Case management
  • Psychoeducation
  • Charting and other documentation
  • Referrals
  • Crisis evaluation and intervention
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Timeline

Behavioral Health Specialist

IEHP
10.2021 - 01.2025

Behavioral Health Specialist-Mobile Crisis Team

County of Riverside
10.2016 - 10.2021

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Northern Arizona University
Angela Lopez