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Emma Trahan

Lake Charles,LA

Summary

Caring Case Worker offering case management expertise quickly building trust and rapport with clients from diverse cultures. Skilled Psychologist Assistant with background in conducting psychological assessments and interpreting data from them. Excel at communication, empathy, and problem-solving. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Case Worker

Counseling Services of SWLA
Lake Charles, LA
05.2024 - Current
  • Conducted home visits to assess client needs, evaluate progress toward goals, and document service delivery.
  • Maintained accurate records of client information in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss case management strategies and review progress towards established goals.
  • Provided crisis intervention when necessary by responding quickly to urgent requests from clients or referral sources.
  • Created weekly reports summarizing caseload activities for review by supervisor.
  • Attended professional trainings related to best practices in case management techniques.
  • Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of client information at all times.

Psychologist Assistant

Dr. Sandra Viggiani
Lake Charles, LA
05.2023 - Current
  • Conducted psychological assessments, including IQ tests, personality tests, and other diagnostic tools.
  • Gathered data from interviews, surveys, medical records, or other sources to inform diagnosis and treatment decisions.
  • Collected information through observation, interviews or surveys.
  • Attended conferences or workshops to maintain professional knowledge.
  • Interpreted research or operational data.

Private Nanny

Various employers
Lake Charles, LA
06.2017 - 10.2023
  • Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
  • Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
  • Assisted with homework, tutoring and school projects as needed.
  • Engaged in creative play with the children such as reading stories, playing games or drawing pictures.
  • Transported the children safely to appointments, social engagements or recreational activities.
  • Provided positive reinforcement through rewards systems for good behavior.
  • Encouraged developmentally appropriate language skills through conversation and activities.
  • Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA
05-2024

Skills

  • Psychological Assessment
  • Client Engagement
  • Issue identification and resolution
  • Relationship Building
  • Behavior Management
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Behavior Observation

Affiliations

  • Volunteers with local diocesan events and camps.
  • Cantors at church parish every weekend.
  • Participates in local festivals and events to increase ties with community.

Certification

  • Certified Assistant to a Psychologist by the Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

Timeline

Case Worker

Counseling Services of SWLA
05.2024 - Current

Psychologist Assistant

Dr. Sandra Viggiani
05.2023 - Current

Private Nanny

Various employers
06.2017 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

McNeese State University

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