Elizabeth Ayala
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional skilled in emotional management and group therapy facilitation. Proven ability to develop trusting relationships with clients, ensuring effective communication and teamwork in behavioral health settings.
Compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Assistant skilled in crisis intervention, group therapy facilitation, and treatment planning. Committed to fostering trusting relationships and enhancing client well-being through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Health Assistant I
Turning Point Community Program
Sacramento, CA
05.2024 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention support, de-escalating situations to ensure client safety and well-being.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting effective communication and peer support among participants.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care and support services.
- Monitored client progress, documenting behavioral changes and reporting findings to clinicians.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for clients, ensuring alignment with therapeutic goals.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients through active listening, empathy, and genuine concern for their well-being.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting open dialogue among participants and fostering mutual understanding of individual challenges faced by each member of the group.
- Assisted patients with daily living skills, such as personal hygiene and meal preparation, enabling a higher level of self-sufficiency.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay current on best practices in behavioral health intervention techniques.
- Collaborated with facility psychiatrists to determine the effectiveness of treatment and developed new treatment plans.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Maxim Healthcare
Davis, CA
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted special education teachers in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for diverse learners.
- Supported students with disabilities in daily classroom activities, fostering engagement and participation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and modify instructional strategies.
- Implemented behavior management techniques, promoting a positive learning environment for all students.
Education
High School Diploma -
Capital City High School
Sacramento, CAMedical Assistant -
Regional Occupational Program
Sacramento, CASkills
- Mental health assistance
- Treatment planning
- Suicide prevention
- Integrated approach
- Adult mental health
- Group therapy facilitation
- Behavior observation
- Case documentation
- Clinical documentation
- Medication management
- Patient confidentiality
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Teamwork
- Excellent communication
- Emotional management
Timeline
Behavior Health Assistant I
Turning Point Community Program
05.2024 - Current
Paraeducator, Special Education
Maxim Healthcare
08.2023 - 04.2024
High School Diploma -
Capital City High School
Medical Assistant -
Regional Occupational Program