ELMA LONGORIA
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Licensed Master Social Worker with broad experience in delivering comprehensive support to individuals and families. Expertise in designing and implementing tailored intervention plans to meet diverse needs. Strong collaborator, dedicated to achieving positive outcomes, and adaptable to evolving circumstances.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Counselor
Southwest Key Programs- Casa Norma Linda
12.2021 - 03.2025
- Conducted intakes for clients in ORR care.
- Prepared goal-oriented psychosocial diagnostic assessments, service plans and progress reports.
- Provided case consultations, one on one counseling and crisis intervention.
- Conducted individual and group-counseling sessions as required.
- Complied with ORR and SWK policies and procedures.
- Assumed responsibility for assessment, treatment, development and implementation of client therapeutic plans.
Clinical Counselor
Comprehensive Health Services- Casa Norma Linda
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted intake interviews of clients in ORR care.
- Prepared goal-oriented psychosocial diagnostic assessments, service plans and progress reports.
- Provided case consultations, one on one counseling and crisis intervention.
- Conducted individual and group-counseling sessions as required.
- Complied with ORR and CHS policies and procedures.
- Assumed responsibility for assessment, treatment, development and implementation of client therapeutic plans.
Clinical Counselor
Comprehensive Health Services- Loma Alta
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Conducted intake interviews of clients in ORR care.
- Prepared goal-oriented psychosocial diagnostic assessments, service plans and progress reports.
- Provided case consultations, one on one counseling and crisis intervention.
- Conducted individual and group-counseling sessions as required.
- Complied with ORR and CHS policies and procedures.
- Assumed responsibility for assessment, treatment, development and implementation of client therapeutic plans.
Intern
Nueva Luz Foundation
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Performed client screenings and accurately recorded data in case files to facilitate clinical case coordination services and case management duties.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions between children, caregivers, and siblings to remediate conflict and build healthy relationships.
- Facilitated telehealth support groups for clients in the juvenile prevention program.
Intern
McAllen Medical Center
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Organized and maintained confidential client records and documents.
- Collaborated with clients and other professionals to develop treatment and assistance plans.
- Established positive relationships with community organizations providing resources.
Intern
Communities in Schools
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Facilitated support groups for students that improved their grades, attendance, and behavior.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for clients'' wellbeing.
- Supported clients in developing coping strategies and managing stressors, contributing to their overall mental health improvement.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Social Work
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX2020
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Social Work
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX2019
Associate of Arts in Social Work (A.A.) - Social Work
South Texas College
Mcallen, TX2017
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Facilitating Group Counseling
- Family Counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Case Management
- Discharge Planning
Certification
- (LMSW) Licensed Master Social Worker
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Month September 2023 at South West Key Casa Norma Linda
Affiliations
- Social Work Student Association (SWSA) at The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley
Timeline
Clinical Counselor
Southwest Key Programs- Casa Norma Linda
12.2021 - 03.2025
Clinical Counselor
Comprehensive Health Services- Casa Norma Linda
05.2021 - 12.2021
Clinical Counselor
Comprehensive Health Services- Loma Alta
08.2020 - 04.2021
Intern
Nueva Luz Foundation
01.2020 - 04.2020
Intern
McAllen Medical Center
08.2019 - 01.2020
Intern
Communities in Schools
01.2019 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Social Work
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Associate of Arts in Social Work (A.A.) - Social Work
South Texas College
- (LMSW) Licensed Master Social Worker
Master of Science (M.S.) - Social Work
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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