Daniella Bednarz, LMFT #89378
Simi Valley,CA
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with a multidisciplinary team to promote a healthy and empowering work culture, and working towards providing exceptional care to clients, families and the community. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Expert in crisis management and in dealing with clients, families and community members who are emotionally upset, working to find efficient and effective resolutions. Skilled in problem solving programmatic needs and overseeing clinical operations to ensure clients suffering with severe mental illness are provided appropriate care. Competent with understanding of services, programs and resources to provide to clients and families in need. Focused on developing the clinical team in diagnosis and treatment, evidence-based practices, and interventions for best client care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Clinic Administrator
Ventura County Behavioral Health
12.2022 - Current
- Managed daily operations and improved clinic efficiency by identifying needs and implementing administrative processes in collaboration with the Behavioral Health Manager.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations through diligent monitoring of policies and procedures, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on agency and state standards.
- Facilitated collaboration among internal and external stakeholders, fostering a team-based approach for optimal client care outcomes.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and implementing improvement plans as needed.
- Oversaw the implementation of the new electronic health records system, ensuring staff were utilizing new CalAim standards of care.
- Enforced adherence with HIPAA regulations and other relevant laws and regulations to maintain compliance.
- Hired and trained staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and working to foster a safe work environment.
- Developed strong professional relationships with referring physicians, fostering a collaborative network that benefited all parties involved.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss client cases, ensuring all client charts and documentation are up to date and compliant with county and state standards.
- Worked to ensure positive and strong relationships with clients, their families and the community with timely communication and proactive problem-solving strategies.
Behavioral Health Clinician IV-Phoenix School
Ventura County
08.2017 - 11.2022
- Provided assessments, evaluations, treatment plans and Educationally Related Social and Emotional Services for youth aged 11-22 years old with serious mental illness
- Provided individual, family and group therapy based on the diagnosis and treatment goals for adolescent individuals whose mental health issues create barriers for accessing their education
- Accurately and timely documents all treatment services to ensure continuity of care and to maintain expected productivity standards
- Collaborated effectively with school administration, outside referring school districts, IEP related service providers, educational advocates and parent partners, family and primary caregivers, attending psychiatrists, Crisis Stabilization Unit, and probation
- Provided crisis interventions, 5150 evaluations and writes holds as appropriate
- Attended IEP meetings, case conferences and weekly team meetings
- Demonstrated leadership qualities by developing staff trainings, providing weekly clinical consultation to school staff and clinicians, and developing professional relationships with outside service providers
- Certified as a CBT Diplomat with the Academy of Cognitive Therapy and facilitates ongoing CBT and supervision to clinical staff
- Provided DBT consultation
- Supported clinic administrator as clinician IV through organization and coordination of assigned tasks
- Provided Clinical Supervision
- Clinical liaison for Odyssey, a pilot program for conduct disorder youth.
Behavioral Health Clinician III- Transitions Program
Ventura County
03.2016 - 08.2017
- Provided assessments, evaluations, treatment plans and provided mental health and/or substance abuse for adults aged 18-25 years old with serious mental illness
- Provided individual, family and group therapy based on the diagnosis and treatment goals for adult individuals who presented with mental health issues and substance abuse
- Provided Crisis Interventions, evidence-based practices, recovery groups, relapse prevention and education groups, parenting skills and education for prenatal clients
- Documented all treatment services following treatment plan and daily groups
- Collaborated with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, including consumers and family members, participates in the development of treatment plans, coordinates treatment, and discharge planning
- Provides 5150 evaluations and writes holds as appropriate
- Attended weekly team meetings for treatment interventions and case conferencing meetings with medical professionals.
Behavioral Health Clinician II/III- A New Start for Moms
Ventura County
06.2014 - 03.2016
- Provided intake, assessment and treatment plans for adult women who were either voluntary or court-ordered and/or CPS referred for alcohol and drug counseling in an out-patient setting
- Provided individual and group therapy based on the diagnosis and treatment goals for adult women who presented with mental health issues and substance abuse
- Provided Crisis Interventions, evidence-based practices, recovery groups, relapse prevention and education groups, parenting skills and education for prenatal clients
- Documented all treatment services following treatment plan and daily groups
- Worked closely with and maintained a good working relationship with CFS social workers and probation officers to help achieve client's goals to regain custody of their children and close their CFS/Probation cases
- Attended weekly team meetings for treatment interventions and case conferencing meetings with medical professionals
- Provided as a liaison for ANSFM in Drug Court, a program aimed to help reunite mothers with their children who have been taken by CFS due to related substance abuse issues
- Conducted UA tests.
Unit Social Worker, Sex Offender Unit
Rancho San Antonio Boys Home Inc.
07.2012 - 05.2014
- Provided intake and assessment for youth males, ages 13-18 years old, adjudicated for sexually offending and treatment planning in a residential setting
- Provide individual, family and group therapy based on the diagnosis and treatment goals for clients who were adjudicated for the sexual abuse of a child
- Provided Crisis Interventions, CBT Interventions, Sex Offender Treatment, Social Skills Development, Drug Treatment/Life Recovery Skills, Milieu and Situational Counseling, Emotional Restitution Planning, and Anger management Therapy to clients on a daily basis
- Documented all treatment services following treatment plan and tracking outcome goals, such as Quarterly reports and Special Incident Reports
- Attended weekly Individual and Group Supervision and daily team meetings for treatment interventions
- Consulted with outside agencies regarding our clients as well as maintaining a positive rapport with Child and Family Guidance Center, Probation and DCFS
- Oversaw day-to-day operations as well as providing clinical services and supervision to both treatment staff and clients.
Social Worker Assistant
Jewish Home for the Aging-Auerbach Geriatric Psychiatric Unit
09.2011 - 02.2013
- Provided psychosocial assessments for adult clients for treatment planning
- Provided discharge plans to families and clients
- Provided individual and group therapy based on the diagnosis and treatment goals for clients who present with issues in mental illness
- Documented all progress following treatment plan and tracking outcome goals
- Educated families and clients of illness, early signs and symptoms of acute psych exacerbation and best course of therapeutic interventions and treatments
- Provided crisis interventions addressing patient's issues.
Internship: Counseling and In home Therapy
Valley Trauma Center
03.2010 - 01.2012
- Preformed assessment and intakes for DCFS children aged 3 to 13 and their families to form diagnosis and treatment plans
- Provided individual, child and family therapy for those who were involved with DCFS in-home.
Case Manager/ Counselor
Aegis Medical Systems
12.2010 - 08.2011
- Provided intake and assessment for adult clients for diagnostic purposes and treatment planning
- Provided individual and group therapy based on the diagnosis and treatment goals for clients who had problems with substance abuse and mental illness
- Documented all treatment services following treatment plan and tracking outcome goals
- Attended weekly team meetings for treatment interventions, case conferencing with medical professionals, educational trainings and attended individual and group supervision
- Provided crisis interventions and anger management addressing patient's issues
- Utilized the Matrix Model and ASI assessments.
Behavioral Therapist
C.A.R.S
01.2010 - 12.2010
- Performed intake and assessments for children aged 8 to 13 to form treatment plans
- Met with educational support team to aid in children's assessment and treatment plan
- Aided children within the classroom and social aspects to provide counsel and behavior interventions to meet treatment goals.
Certified Domestic Violence Counselor: Volunteer
Haven Hills
03.2009 - 01.2010
- Provided court advocacy and safety planning for adult women who were dealing with domestic violence.
Certified Sexual Assault Advocate: Volunteer
Valley Trauma Center
03.2007 - 01.2009
- Provided accompaniments for women and children of all ages who were victims of assault to C.A.T.S
- Forensic hospital as well as short term crisis intervention counseling
Education
M.A. in Counseling in Psychology - Marriage and Family Therapy
National University
Sherman Oaks, CA05.2011
B.A. Psychology -
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2008
Skills
- Computer literate in Powerpoint, Microsoft Word, E-mail, Excel, Internet search
- Excellent in multi-tasking and adopting to changing environments
- Employee Training
- Clinical management
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Critical Thinking
- Process Implementation
- Patient Relations
- Administrative Leadership
- HIPAA Compliance
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Behavioral Health Clinic Administrator
Ventura County Behavioral Health
12.2022 - Current
Behavioral Health Clinician IV-Phoenix School
Ventura County
08.2017 - 11.2022
Behavioral Health Clinician III- Transitions Program
Ventura County
03.2016 - 08.2017
Behavioral Health Clinician II/III- A New Start for Moms
Ventura County
06.2014 - 03.2016
Unit Social Worker, Sex Offender Unit
Rancho San Antonio Boys Home Inc.
07.2012 - 05.2014
Social Worker Assistant
Jewish Home for the Aging-Auerbach Geriatric Psychiatric Unit
09.2011 - 02.2013
Case Manager/ Counselor
Aegis Medical Systems
12.2010 - 08.2011
Internship: Counseling and In home Therapy
Valley Trauma Center
03.2010 - 01.2012
Behavioral Therapist
C.A.R.S
01.2010 - 12.2010
Certified Domestic Violence Counselor: Volunteer
Haven Hills
03.2009 - 01.2010
Certified Sexual Assault Advocate: Volunteer
Valley Trauma Center
03.2007 - 01.2009
M.A. in Counseling in Psychology - Marriage and Family Therapy
National University
B.A. Psychology -
California State University, Northridge
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