Denisse Linares Barron
Brooklyn Park ,MN
Summary
Dedicated clinical social worker. Bilingual in English and Spanish, eager to meet new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Therapist Outpatient
Fraser
Coon Rapids, MN
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills, setting goals and improving communication.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client's needs and preferences.
- Educated family members on how to support the client through their recovery process.
- Maintained accurate records of client sessions, treatments and progress using an electronic health record system.
- Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions.
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
- Referred clients to external resources for additional support.
- Created client treatment plans based on assessments and goals.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for children with autism spectrum disorder.
- Assessed social-emotional functioning and developed interventions utilizing evidence based practices such as Social Thinking® curriculum or Zones of Regulation® program.
- Instructed caregivers on appropriate methods for responding to challenging behaviors exhibited by individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
Social Services Lead Coordinator
The Salvation Army
Brooklyn Park, MN
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted initial screenings, intakes and needs assessments to help organize community-based services and referred clients.
- Completed rental and other housing assistance applications for program participants. Entered assessments, guest data and progress notes into centralized data collection system.
- Consulted with staff on resolution of complex service issues.
- Provided direct service and support by handling referrals for advocacy issues or resolving complaints.
- Provided hands-on and proactive leadership to community services staff.
- Spoke to community groups to explain and interpret purposes, programs and policies.
- Researched and analyzed community needs to determine program directions and goals.
- Implemented and evaluated staff, volunteer or training programs.
- Prepared and maintained budgets, personnel records or training manuals.
- Conducted assessments to diagnose mental illness, develop treatment plans and monitor progress.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills, setting goals and improving communication.
Clinical Social Worker
Raices Sagradas Community Mental Health
Minneapolis, MN
06.2023 - Current
- Adjusted treatment plans with current interventions and progress updates.
- Facilitated individual therapy sessions to solve problems, set and achieve goals.
- Conduct Hybrid and In-person therapy session
School Social Worker
Minneapolis Public Schools
Minneapolis , MN
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Worked with teachers, administrators, students, parents and external support agencies to maximize treatment success.
- Implemented behavioral improvements plans by working directly with teachers.
- Developed treatment and intervention plans for students needing extra support.
- Assisted teachers with identifying, referring and supporting students.
- Counseled individuals and groups in specific problem areas.
- Gained experienced in IEP, HHM, Attendance, Mental Health Services and more.
- Maintained confidential case documentation.
- Provided crisis intervention support for students, families and educators.
Program Specialist
St. Catherine University
St. Paul
06.2017 - 09.2020
- Assessing outcomes, process payments, execute monthly budget reconciliations, oversee mailings, develop project templates, develop program timelines, maintain email account, organize & purchase supplies.
- Execute plans, facilitate groups and guiding to create a new process develop and maintain bilingual (Spanish and English) written publicity and marketing materials.
- Monitor and update strategies attention to details, research, develop, coordinate, communicate and manage ongoing enrichment events and activities for youth and mentors, supervise the social media student worker for public administration.
Intern
Psychotherapist, CLUES St. Paul/Minneapolis
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Learned to navigate the systems software, conduct presentations to the Latino community on mental health related issues and other service providers.
- Attend biweekly clinical team meetings as well as department staff meetings as required. Learn office work to remote work from home, and conducted therapy via zoom.
Foundation Intern
Catholic Charities
St. Paul
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Foundation field placement Completed 400 hours. Created temples to improve phone call conversations with clients. Trained and guide new staff about making phone calls to clients: six months care plans, medical assistance, and schedule home visits. In home intensive care management, assist social workers with the intake assessment and interview.
- Manage several home visits on my own to help a different department. Learned to write detail case notes, participated Day at the Capital for homeless, attend weekly supervisor meeting and team meetings.
Account Executive
Univision Minnesota
Minneapolis
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Knowledge of community resources to create presentations (proposal, contracts, and promotions) for many potential clients, including businesses, nonprofits, healthcare, community centers and school systems.
- Created promotional campaigns to present Latino community and families about health, culture, education, and recreational resources.
Education
Master’s Degree - Clinical Social Worker
University of St. Thomas
St. Paul MN05.2021
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science - Business Administration
Augsburg University
Minneapolis 05.2014
Associate Degree - Human Services
Minneapolis Community & Technical College
Minneapolis, MN05.2011
Skills
- Experience in leadership
- Program evaluation/ Coordinator
- Staff development expertise
- Strategic planner
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Time management
- Training & Development
- Tracking client progress
- Family therapy
- Building rapport
- Confidential records
- Boundary Setting
- Treatment Planning
- Individual Counseling
- Clinical Documentation
- Progress Reporting
- Community Marketing
- Budget Preparation/Financial Reporting
- Community building, networking
- Successful grant writing experience
- Experience working with people from various cultural, socioeconomic, racial and ethnic backgrounds
- Demonstrated commitment to furthering racial equity, diversity and inclusion
- Knowledge of youth and young adult development
- Strong understanding of youth work, youth-based outreach and engagement and social services
- Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working with and influencing others at all levels
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist Outpatient
Fraser
11.2023 - Current
Clinical Social Worker
Raices Sagradas Community Mental Health
06.2023 - Current
Social Services Lead Coordinator
The Salvation Army
02.2023 - Current
School Social Worker
Minneapolis Public Schools
09.2021 - 01.2023
Intern
Psychotherapist, CLUES St. Paul/Minneapolis
01.2020 - 06.2020
Foundation Intern
Catholic Charities
09.2018 - 05.2019
Program Specialist
St. Catherine University
06.2017 - 09.2020
Account Executive
Univision Minnesota
01.2015 - 01.2017
Master’s Degree - Clinical Social Worker
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science - Business Administration
Augsburg University
Associate Degree - Human Services
Minneapolis Community & Technical College