Gabriela Diaz
Ventura,CA
Summary
Motivated Clinical Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues, systems affecting marginalized communities, and strong clinical experience working with adults, children and families in a variety of settings including: community health, schools, and inpatient treatment. Adept at collaboration and providing exceptional professional care through group, family or individual therapy. Educational background includes emphasis in school social work with an active CA PPS credential.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Therapist
Balance Treatment Center
Ventura, CA
05.2025 - Current
- Provide group psychotherapy to adolescents and adults utilizing evidenced-based interventions including: CBT, DBT, ACT and Seeking Safety.
- Manage direct caseload, accurately assess case management needs and connect clients with community resources.
- Respond in a calm and timely manner to clinical emergencies by conducting risk assessments and safety planning during crisis periods.
- Assist with intake and discharge planning at the PHP/IOP level of treatment and determine appropriate level of care.
- Conduct assessments and obtain client history by administering the biopsychosocial, PHQ-9, GAD-7, and CSSRS.
- Manage direct caseload and oblige with timely documentation via electronic health system (ALLEVA).
Clinician II
Ventura County Behavioral Health
Oxnard, CA
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Provide individual and group psychotherapy under direct supervision to clients age 13-25 seeking early psychosis treatment.
- Attend IEP meetings and collaborate with school personnel to advocate for clients’ mental health needs in the educational setting.
- Respond to clinical emergencies by conducting risk assessments, safety planning, facilitate voluntary or involuntary hospitalization, and engage in coordination of care with first responders as needed.
- Assist with intake and assessment duties including conducting the Mini-SIPS and PQ-B to determine diagnostic criteria and appropriate levels of treatment.
- Lead psychoeducational workshops for clients and families.
- Diagnosed and treated clients experiencing first-episode psychosis with appropriate interventions.
- Timely completion of documentation in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
Social Worker (Temp)
Aurora Vista Del Mar Hospital
Ventura, CA
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Responsible for intake duties such as: welcoming new patients, conducting biopsychosocials and treatment planning within 24-hours of patient admission.
- Facilitated psychoeducational and coping skill groups for patients under direct supervision.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Helped patients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
- De-escalated crisis by responding quickly and efficiently through the scope of CPI training.
School Social Worker (MSW Internship)
Boys And Girls Club Of Malibu
Malibu, CA
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Facilitated Social Emotional Learning (SEL) groups to students in grades K-12.
- Counseled students with personal and psychological issues that impacted their performance and school behavior.
- Collaborated with parents, families, and school personnel, responding as a liaison for the student.
- Supported students experiencing chronic absences or tardiness through case management services and linking families with community resources.
- Obtained the CA PPS and Child Welfare Attendance Credential.
Early Recovery Specialist
Aegis Treatment Center
Simi Valley, CA
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Completed Biopsychosocial assessments, treatment plans and discharge plans for clients with Opiate Use Disorder.
- Provided case management by referring clients to community resources to assist clients in attaining services.
- Guided clients in developing skills and relapse prevention strategies to maintain long-term sobriety.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA05.2018
Skills
- Build strong relationships with clients and colleagues
- Community resource knowledge
- Diagnosis and evaluations
- Electronic charting
Certification
CPR certified
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certified
Timeline
Primary Therapist
Balance Treatment Center
05.2025 - Current
Clinician II
Ventura County Behavioral Health
05.2023 - 05.2025
Social Worker (Temp)
Aurora Vista Del Mar Hospital
12.2022 - 03.2023
School Social Worker (MSW Internship)
Boys And Girls Club Of Malibu
01.2022 - 12.2022
Early Recovery Specialist
Aegis Treatment Center
08.2019 - 04.2021
Master of Social Work -
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Channel Islands