Cristina Ibarra
Genoa,IL
Summary
To obtain a position as a School Social Work Intern to gain experiences in a challenging, yet rewarding environment that focuses on providing support to students who require a variety of behavioral health needs. This internship will provide a platform to explore further interest in the field and gain additional skills and knowledge.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
NM BEN GORDON CENTER
08.2018 - Current
- Assisting youth and adolescent clients in the home, community, or school environment to facilitate therapy goals and apply skills and strategies to life activities in natural settings.
- Facilitated and co-facilitated Social Skills groups, Bullying groups, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy groups.
- Participated in interdisciplinary staff meetings to implement research-based changes and assess treatment plans.
- Implemented psychological interventions and coordinated community resources to assist clients' in community integration.
- Counseled clients individually to provide strategies for becoming aware of strengths and adjusting socially to environments.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
CASE MANAGER
YWCA, ROCKFORD, IL
04.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisting families involved with DCFS by developing a plan of action for reunification
- Facilitator for adult trauma informed nurturing parenting program, crisis intervention, employment readiness, referral services, home visiting and follow ups.
REGISTRATION COUNSELOR
KISHWAUKEE HOSPITAL
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Gathered patient's demographic information, handling and processing insurance verification as well as collecting co-pays.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANCE
BETHANY HEALTH CARE
03.2010 - 08.2015
- Provided care for patients by assisting them with their daily activities
- Provided support and compassion to every resident.
Education
MASTERS OF SOCIAL WORK -
AURORA UNIVIERISTY
05.2025
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Family and Individual Development
NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
12.2016
ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE - General Studies
KISHWAUKEE COLLEGE
05.2015
Skills
- Epic Software
- EAP Caseware
- Microsoft
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Microsoft Teams
- Extensive knowledge of resources offered and available within the community to assist families in need regarding housing, employment, mental health, substance abuse etc Experience in diverse health administrative and clerical functions, including record management, progress notes, service plans, integrated assessments
Internship
EAP COUNSELOR INTERN, NM BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES 05/2023 - 12/2023
- Providing psychoeducation and facilitated (Employment Assistance Program) EAP individual sessions, intakes, and discharges.
- Co-facilitating Adult PHP/IOP Mental Health Recovery groups, Adult Self-compaction groups, and Adult Resiliency groups.
- Developed activities for group sessions.
- Prepared and co-facilitated EAP presentations for local community organizations, government agencies and DeKalb Police Department.
- Developed community resources for client referral support.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
NM BEN GORDON CENTER
08.2018 - Current
CASE MANAGER
YWCA, ROCKFORD, IL
04.2017 - 08.2018
REGISTRATION COUNSELOR
KISHWAUKEE HOSPITAL
06.2015 - 06.2017
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANCE
BETHANY HEALTH CARE
03.2010 - 08.2015
MASTERS OF SOCIAL WORK -
AURORA UNIVIERISTY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Family and Individual Development
NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE - General Studies
KISHWAUKEE COLLEGE
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