Aquene 'Que' Amarys
Eugene,OR
Summary
Experienced therapist and Child Welfare professional bringing dynamic skills in evaluating parent and child relationships. Advanced knowledge in child development, bonding and attachment issues which will assist me to make accurate and compassionate evaluations of a child's best interest.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Services Specialist
Child Welfare, State of Oregon
Eugene, OR
03.2013 - 10.2024
- Conducted home visits to assess the safety of the living environment and provide support as needed.
- Advocated for children's best interests in school settings, at juvenile court, and in other systems that interfaced with the client and family.
- Worked closely with public child welfare system staff, supervisors, and court personnel to identify and mitigate barriers to timely permanency, and to free children for adoption.
- Located, evaluated, and supervised permanent families for waiting children.
Mental Health Therapist
Looking Glass Counseling Program
Eug, OR
01.2001 - 01.2014
- Provided individual and group therapy for clients with a range of mental health issues.
- Conducted assessments to diagnose mental illness, develop treatment plans and monitor progress.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary including emergency assessments, short-term counseling, referral to appropriate services or hospitalization if needed.
- Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions concentrating on children 3 years old to 11 years old.
Education
Masters of Social Work -
Portland State University
Portland05-1991
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR05-1989
Skills
- Individual counseling
- Professionalism
- Cultural sensitivity
- Client and family interviews
Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Oregon L2366 since 1995
Timeline
Social Services Specialist
Child Welfare, State of Oregon
03.2013 - 10.2024
Mental Health Therapist
Looking Glass Counseling Program
01.2001 - 01.2014
Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Oregon L2366 since 1995
Masters of Social Work -
Portland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Oregon
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