CASSANDRA R. TAPIA
Columbus,Ohio
Summary
Dedicated therapist with expertise in crisis intervention, suicidality assessment, and tailored treatment planning. Committed to fostering effective communication and employing trauma-sensitive practices to enhance client outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist
LifeStance Health
Westerville, Ohio
08.2024 - Current
- Facilitate therapy sessions with individuals, ages 14-65+, at varying levels of acuity, for assessment and treatment planning
- Complete intakes for clients, post-hospitalization, developing tailored treatment plans.
- Conduct comprehensive suicidality assessments, for adequate intervention
Unit Clerk, H7B
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Michigan
09.2023 - 02.2025
- Proficient in Epic for admissions, transfers, and discharging patients
- Managed phone calls for the unit.
- Assisted medical staff with ordering and stocking supplies.
- Assisted with entering staffing for the following and current shifts.
Auto Title Specialist
Upstart
Columbus, OH
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Reviewed and submitted auto title applications, including powers of attorney for applicants in various states
- Engaged with previous lienholders for required documentation to complete lien perfection on titles.
- Reviewed title documents for accuracy and compliance with state regulations.
- Experienced working in Salesforce, DocuSign, Notarize
Ryan White Part A Housing Supervisor
Equitas Health
Columbus, Ohio
07.2018 - 09.2021
- Provided administrative supervision of staff, including: orienting new staff and providing ongoing training, conducting performance evaluations; identifying program needs.
- Gathered and analyzed data, for annual audits that supported government and agency decision-making.
- Assisted with grant reporting and grant writing for the Ryan White Housing program
Housing Case Manager
Equitas Health
Columbus, Ohio
01.2015 - 07.2018
- Facilitated short-term rental and emergency financial assistance for clients, connecting them with vital community resources.
- Conducted inspections on 50+ units, annually, ensuring compliance with HUD standards.
- Facilitated effective communication between client and Landlord, with collaborative problem solving.
Case Aide
AIDS Resource Center Ohio
Columbus, Ohio
03.2012 - 01.2015
- Coordinated and completed all components of the OHDAP application, enhancing submission efficiency and accuracy.
- Provided transportation to and from medical and housing appointments
- Led monthly support groups for 15+ Spanish-speaking clients, fostering community and connection.
Education
Masters of Science - Social Work
The Ohio State University
05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Rhetoric in Human Rights Narrative
The Ohio State University
06.2011
Skills
- Grant Writing
- Trauma Sensitive Yoga
- Client intake processes
- Treatment planning
- Suicidality assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Case management practices
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- DBT techniques
- Motivational interviewing
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Organizational skills
Certification
Licensed Social Worker, since June, 2024
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Therapist
LifeStance Health
08.2024 - Current
Unit Clerk, H7B
Nationwide Children's Hospital
09.2023 - 02.2025
Auto Title Specialist
Upstart
09.2021 - 01.2023
Ryan White Part A Housing Supervisor
Equitas Health
07.2018 - 09.2021
Housing Case Manager
Equitas Health
01.2015 - 07.2018
Case Aide
AIDS Resource Center Ohio
03.2012 - 01.2015
Masters of Science - Social Work
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Rhetoric in Human Rights Narrative
The Ohio State University