ARACELY RODRIGUEZ
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Licensed LPC-Associate and experienced forensic case manager with a strong background in crisis intervention, psychosocial assessment, and care coordination for underserved and justice-involved populations. Adept at navigating complex systems to improve continuity of care and drive positive client outcomes. Skilled in building community partnerships, developing program curricula, and collaborating across interdisciplinary teams to ensure service delivery is ethical, compliant, and person-centered.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forensic Case Manager
Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities
05.2020 - Current
- Provide forensic case management for individuals deemed incompetent to stand trial under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 46B
- Coordinate with courts, attorneys, and the District Attorney’s office to support legal processes and restoration outcomes
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide competency education and legal skills training
- Develop training curriculum and evaluate program data to drive service improvements
- Monitor compliance with state mandates and quality assurance guidelines
- Maintain therapeutic rapport through trauma-informed, culturally sensitive engagement
- Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve program outcomes.
Remote Crisis Hotline QMHP
Integral Health Care
07.2022 - 04.2024
- Provide crisis intervention, suicide risk assessments, and de-escalation support through national and local crisis lines
- Complete initial screenings and link callers to county-specific behavioral health services
- Support individuals experiencing acute mental health symptoms via phone, chat, or text
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
TCOMMI Rehab Teacher
Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities
10.2016 - 05.2020
- Facilitated intakes, needs assessments, and individualized service plans for probationers with co-occurring behavioral health diagnoses
- Linked clients with housing, vocational, and behavioral health services
- Supported Director with internal audits, new staff onboarding, and program compliance documentation
- Partnered with local agencies to ensure wraparound service access for clients
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep individuals engaged.
Education
PsyD - Clinical Psychology
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN08-2029
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
Texas A&M University Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TXMaster of Science (M.S.) - Counseling; Emphasis on Clinical Mental Health
Texas A&M University Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX08.2024
Skills
- Comprehensive psychosocial evaluations
- Crisis Response & Suicide Risk Assessment
- Home & Community-Based Care Coordination
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Familiarity with Texas 46B Legal Code & Forensic Restoration
- Motivational Interviewing
- Documentation and quality assurance
- Community support facilitation
- Cultural Competence & Client Advocacy
- Patient support
- Individualized counseling
- Utilization review
Certification
Qualified Mental Health Professional
License
LPC Associate 97033
Timeline
Remote Crisis Hotline QMHP
Integral Health Care
07.2022 - 04.2024
Forensic Case Manager
Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities
05.2020 - Current
TCOMMI Rehab Teacher
Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities
10.2016 - 05.2020
PsyD - Clinical Psychology
Capella University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
Texas A&M University Corpus Christi
Master of Science (M.S.) - Counseling; Emphasis on Clinical Mental Health
Texas A&M University Corpus Christi
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