Anthony E. Avelar
Fontana,CA
Summary
Results-focused and dedicated Therapist with a proven background in developing and implementing effective counseling techniques, which promote self-expression, mental health assistance and client development. Adept at utilizing assessments and evaluations to determine appropriate treatment/care plans to implement based on individual client needs. Astute communicator and facilitator adept at establishing rewarding relationships to benefit client welfare and optimize community services.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Social Worker
Kaiser Permanente - Fontana
01.2021 - Current
- Conduct intake assessments and diagnostic treatment planning for youth and adults
- Provide support as the On-Duty Therapist for two thirds of work schedule, managing urgent intakes, crisis intervention, utilizing risk assessments for member screening and solution focused support
- Participation in Care Review meetings for chart review and analysis
- Chart review and auditing for quality and continuity of care for customer service and consistent treatment planning
Psychiatric Social Worker
Kaiser Permanente - Los Angeles Medical Center
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Conduct intake assessments and diagnostic treatment planning for children and adults
- Provide support as the On-Duty Therapist for two thirds of work schedule, managing urgent intakes, crisis intervention, utilizing risk assessments for member screening and solution focused support
- Collaboration in bi-weekly to monthly psychiatric consultation meetings with medical treatment team
- Delegation of workflow for high risk patients needing crisis stabilization or medication management
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
All Inclusive Community Health Center
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Diagnostic assessment for mental health screening of children, youth, adults and older adults
- Individual therapy in an integrated healthcare setting for primary, psychiatric and mental health services
- Crisis response with patients who are a danger to self or danger to others in need of hospitalization and stabilization
- Monitors weekly and monthly patient participation in therapy services for continuity of care, linkage and community resources
- Conducts trainings for patient and staff interaction along with safety training
School Social Worker
I Youth Policy Institute
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Train and implement Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) in school setting for School Climate and
- Transformation Grant
- Build Tier 1, 2 and 3 systems of support within PBIS for student and teachers to foster positive school climate and culture
- Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans for middle and high school students
- Coach and educate school administrators, teachers and support staff on behavioral management
Therapist
Tessie Cleveland Community Services Corporation
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Provide support and guidance for participants of the full-service partnership program; conduct in-depth assessments to identify client needs and implement proper treatment plans
- Develop and deliver client care plans and coordination of services for youth and transition age youth
- Establish partnerships with local organizations/agencies to provide additional services for clients
- Deliver one-on-one and group therapy sessions for clients, encouraging willing participation
- Utilize training in Caring For Our Families, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Seeking Safety to provide high-quality support and assistance for all clients.
Education
MSW - Social Work
University of Southern California
Los AngelesBachelor of Arts - Latin American Studies
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CALicensed Clinical Social Worker #76659 – Exp 2024 -
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
CPR/First Aid Certified – 2019-Present Positive Behavior Interventions and Support 2015-2017 DBT (Dialectic Behavioral Therapy) Certified - undefined
Domestic Violence Certification - undefined
Skills
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Mental Health Care
- Cognitive Processing Therapy
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Relationship Issues Management
- Crisis Situations
- Best Practices and Standards
- Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
- Coaching Patients
- Improving Wellbeing
Timeline
Psychiatric Social Worker
Kaiser Permanente - Fontana
01.2021 - Current
Psychiatric Social Worker
Kaiser Permanente - Los Angeles Medical Center
10.2019 - 01.2021
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
All Inclusive Community Health Center
01.2017 - 01.2019
School Social Worker
I Youth Policy Institute
01.2015 - 01.2017
Therapist
Tessie Cleveland Community Services Corporation
01.2010 - 01.2015
MSW - Social Work
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Arts - Latin American Studies
University of California, Santa Cruz
Licensed Clinical Social Worker #76659 – Exp 2024 -
California Board of Behavioral Sciences