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DEBORAH EQUIHUA

Bothell,WA

Summary

Oriented professional with experience in crisis intervention, discharge planning, and integrated service delivery. Knowledgeable about behavioral health program requirements, support strategies, and skill-building techniques. Focused on helping clients improve well-being and functioning by preventing substance abuse/behavioral trauma and improving confidence. Hardworking, reliable, and dedicated.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

WISe Peer Support/Coordinator

Therapeutic Health Services, THS
02.2023 - Current


  • Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources, and connecting with other family support services.
  • Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
  • Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
  • Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.

Outreach Coordinator

Hand In Hand
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Provided advocacy and was able to develop individual living plans with clients
  • Facilitated support groups/house meetings
  • Completed shelter intake and other related forms as required
  • Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Social And Human Services

Edmonds College
Lynnwood, WA
06.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Child, Youth And Family Studies

Edmonds College
Lynnwood, WA
06.2022

Skills

  • Bilingual
  • Client Intakes
  • Strong Youth Advocate
  • Behavioral Counseling
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Safety and Risk Assessments
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Dependable and Responsible

Certification

Agency Counselor Affiliated (ACA)

Certified Peer Counselor (CPC)

CPR/First Aid

Timeline

WISe Peer Support/Coordinator

Therapeutic Health Services, THS
02.2023 - Current

Outreach Coordinator

Hand In Hand
01.2022 - 01.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Social And Human Services

Edmonds College

Bachelor of Arts - Child, Youth And Family Studies

Edmonds College

Agency Counselor Affiliated (ACA)

Certified Peer Counselor (CPC)

CPR/First Aid

DEBORAH EQUIHUA