EMILY HERRERA
FL
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Clinician Intern
Aventura Hospital Behavioral Health Units
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided therapeutic services to patients in the North-East and South-West Baker Act/behavioral health units
- Worked in collaboration with psychiatrists and nurses within treatment team meetings to implement best quality of care for patients
- Conducted psychological assessments such as Psychosocial Assessments (PSA’s), Brief Psychiatric rating Scale (BPRS) and a variety of other assessment and progress monitoring measures
- Developed recovery plan and goals for patients to achieve during admission prior to discharge
- Conducted group therapy sessions within both baker act units and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) unit
- Conducted individual counseling sessions, couples counseling sessions, and family therapy sessions
- Provided patient with discharge planning, information, referrals, and coordination with aftercare programs
Student Clinician
Center for Children’s and Families
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Conducted intakes, individual sessions, and parent training therapy sessions
- Utilized the COPE program treatment manual developed by Dr. Charles E. Cunningham to conduct Individual Behavior Parent Training for families with children diagnosed with externalizing disorders
- Provided psychoeducation on the following: ABC’s of behavior, effective commands and House rules, positive attending, consequences/ time-out, cooperative transitions, home reward systems, daily report cards (DRC’s), etc.
- Taught skills such as effective commands, command time sequences, and time-out procedures to promote problem solving and communication skills at home
- Introduced and taught play therapy techniques, such as “Special Time” to encourage positive attending behaviors and improve family dynamics
Saturday Treatment Program- Counselor
Center for Children and Families
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Nationally acclaimed treatment program
- Implemented treatment for children with externalizing disorders (such as ODD, CD, and ADHD) weekly by utilizing the evidence-based Summer Treatment Program manual, developed by Dr. William E. Pelham, JR.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to promote positive peer relationships, problem-solving skills, and competency in daily life functioning
- Developed rapport with families and provided psychoeducation on diagnosis and symptomatology when needed
- Implemented progress monitoring tools, through completing assessments and Daily/ Weekly Behavioral Report Cards (DRC’s)
- Applied Safe Crisis Management (restrictive techniques) when necessary
Education
Masters in Professional Counseling Psychology -
Florida International University
Miami, FL07.2024
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -
Florida International University
Miami, FL04.2020
Associates of Art in Psychology -
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05.2018
Skills
- Bilingual
- Methodical, analytical, organized and highly detail-oriented
- Quick to adapt to changing environments
- Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficient in EHR systems, AdvancedMD, Point click care systems, REDCap, Valant, and MEDITECH
Employment Experience
Valcourt Behavioral Health- Head of Documentation/Lead Medical Scribe/ M.A. Supervisor
Miami Lakes, FL
10/2020 – 02/2023
- Lead Medical Transcriber for clinical director and 9 other psychological providers
- Acquired knowledge of Case conceptualization for Psychological Evaluation notes, Master Treatment Plans, Biopsychosocial Evaluations, Treatment Plan reviews, Bariatric clearance, N648 Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions Procedures
- Maintained and updated patient’s charts via AdvancedMD and Point Click Care programs
- Provided training for any incoming medical assistants, medical transcribers, and psychological interns
- Designated supervisor for 6 other medical scribes under the department of psychology
- Responsible for creating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets tracking progress of psychological procedures
Independent contractor - Medical Scribe for Dr. Edie Joy Sasson- Gellman
New York, Remote
09/2021 – 08/2022
- Medical Transcriber for Psychologist and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
- Transcribed and practiced case conceptualizations for final clinical notes assembly
Independent contractor - Medical Scribe for South Medical Center
Hialeah, FL
12/2020 – 08/2021
- Transcriptions and case conceptualizations for PSR group therapies
- Acquired knowledge regarding Master Treatment Plans, Biopsychosocial evaluations, Treatment Plan reviews, and Discharge notes for Psychosocial Rehabilitation Therapy Program
Independent contractor - Childcare provider
Miami Gardens, FL
06/2018 – 09/2020
- Provided supervision and guidance to children within private home setting to pre-k to middle school aged children
- Devised fun yet educational activities
- Assisted and guided children with online learning school assignments
Certificates and Trainings
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 2: Assessment, Intervention, and Co- Morbidities - 04/2024
- CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training - 08/2023
- CPR BLS certified - 08/2023
- Motivational Interviewing provided by Dr. Paulo Graziano (Ph.D.) who is a certified Motivational Interviewing trainer - 01/2023
- TF-CBT Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) online training for Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Level 1) - 04/2023
- Health Information Privacy and Accountability Act Certification (HIPAA) - 10/2022
- CITI Health Information Privacy and Security (HIPS) - 09/2022
- CITI Health Information Privacy and Security (HIPS) for Clinical Investigators - 09/2022
- Safe Crisis Management - 09/2022
- COCA Call- Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Update and Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations Certified
Timeline
Student Clinician Intern
Aventura Hospital Behavioral Health Units
08.2023 - 07.2024
Student Clinician
Center for Children’s and Families
08.2022 - 08.2023
Saturday Treatment Program- Counselor
Center for Children and Families
08.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -
Florida International University
Associates of Art in Psychology -
Miami Dade College
Masters in Professional Counseling Psychology -
Florida International University
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