Elyse Perez-De La Cruz
Bethlehem,PA
Summary
Professional Clinician with thorough experience in delivering high-quality patient care and therapeutic services. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and achieving impactful results. Skilled in patient assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions. Reliable and goal-oriented, with passion for supporting patients' mental health and well-being.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinician
Resources for Human Development, Inc
04.2023 - Current
- Facilitated support groups, fostering peer connections and promoting open communication among participants.
- Streamlined clinical documentation, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Strengthened client coping skills by providing psychoeducation on stress management techniques and self-care strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention services, de-escalating high-risk situations and connecting clients with appropriate resources.
- Developed tailored treatment plans by utilizing various therapeutic modalities such as CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy.
- Improved client engagement in therapy sessions by incorporating culturally-sensitive approaches into practice.
- Participated actively in weekly case conferences discussing progress/needs of clients to inform overall treatment approach.
- Coordinated referrals to community resources, addressing clients'' social determinants of health needs effectively.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for comprehensive mental health care plans.
- Advocated for clients'' needs within the broader mental health system, ensuring access to necessary services and resources.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
Behavioral Health Care Manager
Neighborhood Health Center of Lehigh Valley
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Youth Care Worker
KidsPeace National Centers
03.2020 - 06.2021
- Facilitated conflict resolution among program participants, fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding within the group setting.
- Reduced incidents of negative behavior by implementing positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted in proper evacuation of youth during emergency situations such as inclement weather.
- Organized recreational outings and community service projects, promoting social responsibility and civic engagement among youths.
- Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
- Substituted in absence of teachers during school hours.
- Established clear expectations for behavior within the residential facility, reinforcing accountability among youths in our care.
- Built strong, trust-based relationships with youth, becoming reliable and positive role model.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ09-2021
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA05-2016
Skills
- Diagnosis formulation
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Behavioral interventions
- Clinical documentation
- HIPAA
- Small group instruction
- Managing patient cases
- Multidisciplinary approach
Additional Information
- Languages- American Sign Language, and Spanish
- DBT
- Marriage and Family Certification- September 2021
- 3000 hours of supervision completed, boards exam scheduled for May 2025
- Licensed Associate Professional Counselor - February 2025 APC000967
Timeline
Clinician
Resources for Human Development, Inc
04.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Care Manager
Neighborhood Health Center of Lehigh Valley
09.2021 - 03.2023
Youth Care Worker
KidsPeace National Centers
03.2020 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
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