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Cole Blaufarb

Mental Health Support Technician
Lincoln,CA

Summary

Caring Residential Counselor with experience supporting independence through daily living skills coaching. Diligent when enhancing residents' mental health and social needs. Focused on meeting resident life plan goals by teaching positive habits, safety tips and time management. Dedicated to encouraging well-suited hobbies and leisure activities. Empathetic Mental Health Counselor proficient in applying psychological and counseling, skills to facilitate client mental health. therapeutic approaches to promote patient health and growth. Offering 3 years' experience in youth counseling.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Youth Counselor

Koinonia Homes
08.2021 - Current

Collaborate with referring clinicians to evaluate youth and devise personalized care plans.
• Conduct thorough assessments for suicide ideation and self-harm tendencies, prioritizing the safety and well-being of youth.
• Deliver weekly therapeutic sessions to program participants, tailoring approaches to individual needs.
• Facilitate regular meetings with youth and their families to ensure comprehensive support and progress monitoring.
• Implement a diverse range of interventions encompassing behavioral management, interpersonal skills enhancement, school and parental involvement, family training, community transition guidance, and self-management techniques.
• Craft discharge recommendations for youth and their families, ensuring a smooth transition post-program.
• Maintain meticulous case files for each assigned youth, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Provid coaching and training to direct care staff on employing effective trauma-informed interventions, enhancing the overall quality of care.
• Often work after-hours and weekend consultations concerning assigned cases.

  • Organized recreational activities for youth to foster socialization and positive development.
  • Collaborated with other professionals, such as teachers, social workers, and law enforcement personnel, to coordinate services.
  • Educated families on how to support their children through challenging times.
  • Promoted healthy relationships between peers by facilitating conflict resolution strategies.
  • Transported clients to appointments or other activities as necessary.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

William Jessup University
Rocklin, CA

Associates

University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO

Masters of Psychology

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

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Affiliations

  • Played competition soccer -Placer United Club

Education and Training

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References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Residential Youth Counselor

Koinonia Homes
08.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

William Jessup University

Associates

University of Colorado At Colorado Springs

Masters of Psychology

Grand Canyon University
Cole BlaufarbMental Health Support Technician