Angelica Cano
La Puente,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with extensive experience as a Mental Health Therapist. Adept at conducting comprehensive client assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and providing ongoing evaluations to track progress. Strong expertise in employing evidence-based intervention and assessment techniques to improve client outcomes. Committed to delivering high-quality, client-centered care with a methodical and thorough approach. Excellent planning, problem-solving, time management, and interpersonal skills. Seeking a challenging full-time opportunity to leverage experience in therapeutic services and contribute to an organization's success. History of encouraging and empowering clients toward improved self-esteem and decision making. Strong interest in working with underserved population.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Social Worker
Kaiser Permanente
09.2024 - Current
- Presented clinical documentation and observations to interdisciplinary team.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
- Offered therapeutic services and crises intervention to emotionally disturbed children and adolescents.
Pre-licensed Therapist
Clarvida
07.2018 - 09.2024
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely documentation and follow-up on all client interactions
- Developed treatment plans to outline steps necessary for clients to achieve goals
- Documented client progress to track effectiveness and inform future treatment plans
- Worked with interdisciplinary treatment team to ensure continuity of care
- Addressed cultural and diversity issues to provide clients with culturally responsive care
- Supported clients in developing coping skills to help client manage life challenges and difficulties
- Integrated mindfulness-based approaches into therapy sessions to promote relaxation, stress reduction, and greater emotional awareness
- Utilized evidence-based techniques to deliver successful treatment
- Built and maintained therapeutic relationships, fostering positive, supportive and empowering client environments.
Social Work Intern
The Network For Social Work Management
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network between organizations
- Conducted research and wrote reports to provide accurate and up-to-date summaries of member engagement
- Implemented community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills
- Conducted weekly interviews with accomplished members of the social work field to highlight in The Networks newsletter.
Pupil Personal Services and Attendance Intern
East Whitter City School District
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions to decrease truancy across the district
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge
- Provided group therapy to elementary age children to better problem solve conflict between school peers.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Santa Barbara
Goleta, CA05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Feminist Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara
Goleta, CA05.2015
Skills
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Family therapy
- Individual Counseling
- Child Welfare
- Treatment Planning
- Client Advocacy
- Coordinating Care
- Case Management
- Regulatory compliance (HIPAA)
- Multicultural Competence
Certification
Human Services Management Certificate
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Psychiatric Social Worker
Kaiser Permanente
09.2024 - Current
Pre-licensed Therapist
Clarvida
07.2018 - 09.2024
Social Work Intern
The Network For Social Work Management
08.2016 - 06.2017
Pupil Personal Services and Attendance Intern
East Whitter City School District
08.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Santa Barbara
Bachelor of Arts - Feminist Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Southern California