Elizabeth Escarzaga
Chicago,IL
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
El Rincon Center
01.2020 - Current
- Ensured all patient records met compliance standards for quality control and facilitated processing
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions, providing education aligned with clients’ treatment objectives
- Clinically assessed patients to determine appropriate level of care, documenting findings comprehensively in patient charts
- Handled complex cases requiring intensive services, providing case management and ongoing client care monitoring.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
Mental Health Professional/Coordinator
Pilsen Wellness Center
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Oversaw a diverse client caseload, supporting behavioral health needs with a focus on psychotropic medication monitoring and training
- Aligned treatment plans with client goals and objectives, routinely assessing progress and adapting strategies as necessary
- Provided crisis intervention and continuous support, maintaining participant stability and well-being within community settings
- Recorded detailed assessments, treatment progress, and case notes using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) for compliance and continuity of care.
Office Manager
Pilsen Wellness Center-Cicero
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Scanned and uploaded medical documentation into the CIS system for accurate record-keeping and accessibility
- Translated medical documentation for non-English-speaking participants, facilitating clear communication and understanding
- Performed intake processing, screening patient applications, verifying doctor and hospital referrals, and confirming insurance coverage for new participants
- Registered patients in the Mental Health Department, creating and managing case files in CIS systems.
Education
Associate - Criminal Justice
City Colleges of Chicago
Bachelor's - Psychology, Substance Abuse
Grand Canyon University
01-2025
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish/English
- HIPPA Compliance
- Data Entry
- Communication
- Medical Records Organization
- Providing community referrals
- Treatment Planning
- Motivational Interviewing
- Community Outreach
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
El Rincon Center
01.2020 - Current
Office Manager
Pilsen Wellness Center-Cicero
01.2018 - 01.2020
Mental Health Professional/Coordinator
Pilsen Wellness Center
01.2017 - 01.2021
Associate - Criminal Justice
City Colleges of Chicago
Bachelor's - Psychology, Substance Abuse
Grand Canyon University
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