Arianna Baldwin
Stratford,CT
Summary
Empathetic mental health counselor proficient in applying various methodology skills to facilitate client mental health. Expertise in applying therapeutic approaches to promote patient health and growth. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
BHcare
Ansonia, CT
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted clients in developing skills related to stress management, self-care strategies, communication skills .
- Educated clients about mental health issues through psychoeducational groups or individual sessions.
- Developed treatment plans for clients based on the identified needs of each client.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to assess and treat mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, PTSD.
- Participated in regular team meetings to plan upcoming events or discuss new developments within the organization.
- Engaged in continuing education activities such as attending workshops or seminars related to clinical practice.
- Attended weekly supervision meetings with Clinical Supervisor to discuss progress of cases and receive feedback and guidance.
- Engaged in ethical decision making processes when determining best course of action for clients.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
Mental Health Associate
High Focus Centers
Norwalk, CT
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Collaborated closely with treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services.
- Encouraged and reassured clients throughout transitions to facilitate smooth discharge.
- Checked facility for open windows, locked doors and malfunctioning smoke detectors to maintain client safety.
- Presented case history material to review and discuss with other staff members.
- Utilized crisis intervention, behavior modification and mindfulness techniques to decrease client mental health symptoms.
- Observed and reported changes in client appearance, behavior or aptitude to work toward treatment plan goals.
- Implemented positive behavior supports for individuals to maximize current living situation.
- Engaged clients in therapeutic groups to promote coping skills, education and life skills.
- Led prescribed individual or group therapy sessions as part of specific therapeutic procedures.
Residental Mentor
Boys and Girls Village
Milford, CT
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Talked with individuals, sharing positive life experiences to encourage improved self-esteem and boost socialization.
- Engaged consistently with mentees through designated contact points using various methods.
- Assisted with planning for programs providing personal, educational and social development.
- Provide a safe, orderly and nurturing living experience for program youth by providing direct care, supervision, behavioral management, recreational and therapeutic programming
- Assist clients with daily living skills as well as teach clients so that they can learn new skills.
- Ensure that goals/objectives of each youth’s individual and crisis management plan are implemented as part of the daily activities.
- May be mandated to stay beyond the end of shift if coverage is required.
- Responsible for transporting clients to and from court, appointments, and recreational activities.
- Ability to deal with crisis situations; implement behavior modification programs; maintain appropriate boundaries; and work as a team member.
Mental Health Worker
St. Vincent's Westport Campus
Westport, CT
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Takes vitals and kept track of nutrition for patients, and documented them in charts
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
- Facilitated daily group session focused on goals for treatment.
- Demonstrated sensitivity and competence in treating patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Collaborated closely with treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services.
- Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
- Observed and reported changes in client appearance, behavior or ability to work toward treatment plan goals.
- Utilized crisis intervention, behavior modification and mindfulness techniques to decrease client mental health symptoms.
- Encouraged and reassured clients throughout transitions to facilitate smooth discharge.
- Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations of clients.
Sales Associate
The Home Depot
05.2018 - 02.2022
- Paint experience, customer service.
- Completed advanced cashiering functions such as processing returns, payment reversals and exchanges.
- Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice within the paint department
- Backed up paint department by stocking shelves, retrieving products and helping customers.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05.2021
Skills
- First Aid/CPR
- Customer service
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Progress evaluations understanding
- Verbal/written communication
- Reliable and punctual
- Excellent communication skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- PPE use
- Behavior monitoring
- Computer skills
- Social integration support
- Skill building
- Daily living assistance
- Cultural competency
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Planning & Organizing
- Client Goal Planning
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Progress Monitoring
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Assistance
Timeline
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
BHcare
09.2023 - 08.2024
Mental Health Associate
High Focus Centers
01.2023 - 09.2023
Residental Mentor
Boys and Girls Village
07.2022 - 11.2022
Mental Health Worker
St. Vincent's Westport Campus
10.2021 - 07.2022
Sales Associate
The Home Depot
05.2018 - 02.2022
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Sacred Heart University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
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