Evelyn Gutierrez
Ogden,UT
Summary
Successful at helping clients unravel physical, mental, and emotional layers to identify root causes of problems and develop strong coping skills for diverse scenarios. Proficient in interdisciplinary collaboration and communication. Diligent client-centered professional familiar with client assessments, treatment planning, and ongoing evaluations. Eager to learn how to improve the quality of care and implement new evidenced-based treatment for clients of all backgrounds.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist (CSW)
Abundant Life Counseling & Wellness Group LLC
2023.09 - Current
- Built strong rapport with approximately 30 clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Worked closely with families to educate them on mental health issues, facilitate open dialogue, and foster a supportive home environment for client recovery.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress.
Social Worker/Alternative Placement Specialist
Ogden City School District
2021.10 - 2023.06
- Conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans for approximately 15 at-risk youth & 12 special needs students.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Increased client engagement in treatment plans by building trusting relationships through empathetic listening and consistent support.
- Collaborated with schools to address students'' social-emotional needs, working closely with teachers and administrators to create supportive learning environments.
Community School Coordinator
United Way Of Northern Utah
2020.03 - 2021.10
- Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives within the community school framework, promoting cultural competency among staff members and students alike.
- Facilitated conversations between parents, teachers, administrators, and community partners to identify areas of need and develop actionable solutions.
- Promoted a positive school culture for 300 students by creating engaging events and activities designed to bring together students, staff, and community members.
- Built relationships with external stakeholders, community organizations, and donors to increase program scope.
Student Advocate/Case Manager
Ogden City School District
2019.02 - 2020.03
- Connected approximately 50 students with appropriate resources by maintaining a comprehensive database of available services and supports within the community.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education advocacy and better serve the needs of all students.
- Reduced disciplinary incidents through the implementation of restorative justice practices and conflict resolution strategies in collaboration with school staff.
- Increased graduation rates through proactive monitoring of at-risk students and targeted interventions.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Weber State University
Ogden, UT12.2019
Skills
- Individual Therapy
- Building rapport
- Treatment Planning
- Multicultural Competence
- Crisis Intervention
- Client Confidentiality
- Patient documentation
- CBT & DBT Techniques
- Emphasis on parent involvement during treatment planning
- Effective Communication
Certification
Active Utah DOPL CSW License
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Therapist (CSW)
Abundant Life Counseling & Wellness Group LLC
2023.09 - Current
Social Worker/Alternative Placement Specialist
Ogden City School District
2021.10 - 2023.06
Community School Coordinator
United Way Of Northern Utah
2020.03 - 2021.10
Student Advocate/Case Manager
Ogden City School District
2019.02 - 2020.03
Master of Social Work -
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Weber State University
Active Utah DOPL CSW License
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