Crystal Bernard

· Deliver individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based trauma informed and person-centered approaches

· Conducted psychosocial assessments and developed individualized treatment plans to address client needs

· Supported children and families in early childhood mental health services by promoting emotional, behavioral, and developmental well-being

· Assist clients and families with crisis intervention, and stabilization during behavioral health emergencies

· Maintain accurate, timely and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with organizational, state and regulatory standards

· Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and monitor treatment outcomes

· Provide therapy to children in home-based, school-based locations

· Work one-on-one with developmentally delayed babies and toddlers who qualify for Early Intervention services

· Provided clients with tailored strategies to enhance social skills in learning appropriate social and life skills

· Developed behavior support plans, gathered data, and conducted functional assessments to inform targeted interventions

· Collaborated with professionals to assess client needs and develop effective treatment plans

· Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments of patient

· Coordinated discharge planning with providers and families to facilitate safe, timely discharges

· Facilitate discharge planning in inpatient acute care and emergency department

· Leveraged community resources to connect patients with appropriate services, ensuring continuity and quality of care

· Complete accurate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines

· Conducted goal-oriented, client-focused individual and family telehealth psychotherapy, enhancing client engagement and therapeutic outcomes

· Developed and implemented tailored treatment plans, aligning client goals with therapeutic strategies for optimal progress

· Conducted psychosocial assessments and other screening tools

· Provided psychotherapy and psychoeducation to individuals and families, equipping them with tools for improved mental health and coping strategies

· Maintained accurate clinical records in accordance with company policy

· Participated in weekly supervision to review and discuss complex cases

Coordinated client assessments to facilitate access to DFTA-funded services, including home-delivered meals, Bill Payer Program, Friendly Visiting, and home care

Evaluate benefit/entitlement needs and support clients in navigating the DFTA-funded services

Advocated for clients' rights with landlords and utility companies to secure necessary services.

Provide counseling on long-term care issues

Assessed clients' overall wellbeing through regular communication.

Facilitated intake for new Meals on Wheels clients to streamline service delivery.