Compassionate Psychosocial Counselor with extensive knowledge of counseling principles and practices. Committed to creating safe, supportive environment for all clients. Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Skilled in developing individualized treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychosocial Rehabilation Counselor
Community Rehabilation Center
05.2023 - Current
Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management. Including but not limited to Treatment Plans, Treatment plan review, In-depth Assessments, PB2's, and FARS
Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self sufficiency.
Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Clinical Nursing Student
Baptist Health Medical Center
08.2022 - 12.2023
Developed a well-rounded base of essential skills as a student nurse in the 17-20 bed floors including Med Surg, ICU, ED, and PICU, assisting patients, medical professional and CNA's
Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to strict protocols for dosage and administration.
Provided optimal continuity of care for patients in a variety stages of care
Gained a comprehensive range of experience assisting and supporting multidisciplinary team members
Documented medical histories, concerns and changes in patient's condition
Collected blood draws, administered IVs, insert Catheters, completed full head-to-toe assessments and assisted in any requests per the nursing staff.
Mental Health Technician
Riverpoint Behavioral Hospital
07.2019 - 09.2020
Encourage patients to develop work skills and to participate in social, recreational, or other therapeutic activities that enhance interpersonal skills or develop social relationships
Collaborate with or assist doctors, psychologists, or rehabilitation therapists in working with mentally ill, emotionally disturbed, or developmentally disabled patients to treat, rehabilitate, and return patients to the community
Interview new patients to complete admission forms, to assess their mental health status, or to obtain their mental health and treatment history
Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues
Assist in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children
Perform housekeeping duties, such as laundry, cleaning, dish washing, and changing of linens
Accompany children to and from school, on outings, and to medical appointments
Provided full supervision to children and maintained their safety.
Bartender/Server
Scarlett O'Hara's - ServStar
08.2017 - 07.2022
Memorize over 100 beverage and menu items, including rotating specials to give recommendations to guests
Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their experience and take action to correct any problems for satisfaction 100% of the time
Explain how various menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking methods
Persuade and market weekly specials to guests to sell and promote rotating menu items
Used sales techniques and communication to sell menu items by having a complete understanding of each item
Assisted as a floor manager for other co-workers.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL
05.2025
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology -
Flagler College
12.2020
Skills
Mental Health Support
HIPAA
Client Advocacy
Crisis Intervention Techniques & Response
Substance Abuse
Treatment Planning
Biopsychosocial Assessments
Suicide Prevention
Intake assessments
Substance Abuse Counseling
Psychotropic medications knowledge
Certification
Florida Department of Children and Families Continuing education & certifications - 2022-2024