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Emma Borrelli

Cleveland,OH

Summary

Accomplished Crisis Clinician with a proven track record, adept in crisis management and employing de-escalation techniques during psychiatric emergencies. Excels in enhancing community mental health awareness and safety through collaborative training programs. Skilled in mental health assessment and active listening, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to continuous improvement in challenging environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Crisis Clinician: Police Co-responder

FrontLine Service
02.2021 - Current
  • Collaborates with law enforcement personnel during psychiatric emergencies to de-escalate volatile situations while ensuring the safety of all parties involved.
  • Develops rapport with diverse client populations by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity during crisis assessments.
  • Bridges communication and advocates for continuity of care between police, EMS, area hospital systems, crisis units, and community mental health and outreach agencies.
  • Increases community awareness of mental health resources by conducting presentations and trainings, and regular involvement in professional collaborative workgroups.

Senior Instructor

Levine Security Solutions
07.2022 - Current
  • As part of the School Transportation Active-Threat Response Training program, collaborates with safety and security experts to bring a mental health and crisis response lens to a 12-hour training curriculum.
  • Facilitates de-escalation training with bus drivers and other school system employees that is designed to instill confidence and empower staff to make sound decisions in a full spectrum of crisis situations.
  • Mentors new instructors and provides guidance on effective classroom management strategies and instructional techniques.

Intake & Assessment Counselor

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
06.2017 - 02.2021
  • Provide intake, assessment, crisis intervention, consultation, case management, and referral functions in an emergency room setting.
  • Work as a team with physicians, other hospital personnel, and mental health providers in the community to provide the best possible patient care for each unique individual.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

John Carroll University
Cleveland, OH
12.2016

Bachelor of Science - Photojournalism

Kent State University
Kent, OH
08.2012

Skills

  • Crisis Management
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Mental Health Assessment
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Active Listening
  • Collaborative Approach
  • Safety Planning
  • Disaster Response
  • Staff Training
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Continuous Improvement

Certifications & Awards

  • US Department of Justice, Cleveland FBI - Certified Crisis Negotiator Training (October, 2023)
  • Cleveland Division of Police Citizen Award (July 2023)
  • Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (January 2021)

Timeline

Senior Instructor

Levine Security Solutions
07.2022 - Current

Crisis Clinician: Police Co-responder

FrontLine Service
02.2021 - Current

Intake & Assessment Counselor

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
06.2017 - 02.2021

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

John Carroll University

Bachelor of Science - Photojournalism

Kent State University
Emma Borrelli