Brianna Escobar
Edinburg,Texas
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child and Adolescent Therapist
The Groves Psychotherapy and Assesment
McAllen, TX
03.2023 - Current
- Assessed and diagnosed mental health issues in adolescents.
- Provided individual, family, and group therapy to adolescents with behavioral problems.
- Developed treatment plans based on client's needs and progress.
- Conducted crisis intervention sessions for clients dealing with emotional distress or trauma.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, school counselors, psychiatrists, and other professionals to ensure quality care of the adolescent patient.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups on topics such as anger management and self-esteem building.
- Documented patient progress in electronic medical records system.
- Educated families about the importance of positive communication skills within the home environment.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to adolescent psychology and psychotherapy.
- Utilized evidence-based interventions tailored to meet the needs of each adolescent patient.
Reunification Specialist II
The Providencia Group
Ashburn, VA
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Developed and implemented specialized procedures for customer service operations.
- Researched and analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow processes.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to review progress and address any concerns.
- Participated in ongoing training and compliance activities.
- Conducted Clinical based evidence with minors for ORR
Volunteer Supervisor
CASA OF HIDALGO COUNTY
Edinburg, TX
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Advocates for client rights while providing support to ensure access to needed services.
- Ensured that all required paperwork is completed accurately and submitted timely.
- Conducted home visits with clients when necessary.
- Coordinated referrals between outside agencies when needed.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement during difficult times.
- Attended court hearings as a representative of the agency when necessary.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of clients to identify service needs and develop individualized case plans.
- Developed and monitored treatment plans, coordinated services with other providers, and provided crisis intervention.
- Maintained case notes, records, and documentation according to agency policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with community partners such as hospitals, schools, social service agencies, probation departments., to coordinate appropriate services for clients.
- documentation, and most importantly advocating for said children and making recommendations on where their permanent placement should be.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling/CACREP
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
05.2018
Skills
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Mediation
- Crisis Management
- Program Coordination
- Group Counseling
- Youth Behavior Management
- Youth Supervision
- Youth Mentoring
- Cognitive Behavior Practices
- Intervention Planning
- Client Relations
- One-On-One Sessions
- Progress Evaluations
- Patient Documentation
- Compliance Requirements
- Family Therapy
Certification
LPC- Associate, #88294
Accomplishments
Outstanding Rehabilitation Research, Fall 2019, Awarded top Graduate Research Assistant for study's on Individuals with Developmental Disabilities in the RGV.
Licenses
Super Hero Project, Creating and presenting for various professors about campus safety, abusive relationships, and academic misconduct awareness for the university.
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Child and Adolescent Therapist
The Groves Psychotherapy and Assesment
03.2023 - Current
Reunification Specialist II
The Providencia Group
08.2021 - 03.2023
Volunteer Supervisor
CASA OF HIDALGO COUNTY
02.2019 - 02.2020
Master of Science - Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling/CACREP
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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