Gloria Belekwa
Aurora,CO
Summary
Observant individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills builds meaningful relationships with clients and families. Experienced in working with clients from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. Offers crisis intervention to help individuals navigate through traumatic experiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Counselor
Third Way Center
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
- Employed methodologies such as cognitive behavioral therapy to assist patients.
- Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files.
- Presented case history material to review and discuss with other staff members.
- Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions.
- Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders and effects of employment and housing issues on mental health.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Prepared reports to summarize clients' mental health status and treatment progress.
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
Childcare Assistant
The Baby Haven
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Maintained child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities.
- Engaged with children individually to encourage physical activity and academic curiosity.
- Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development.
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Colorado Denver
Aurora, CO05.2022
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Community College of Aurora
Aurora, CO05.2020
Skills
- Clinical interventions
- Community resources specialist
- Cultural Sensitivity
- PTSD specialist
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent Communication
- Lesson Plan Development
- CPR training
- CDA License
- Active listener
- Emotionally supportive
- Cheerful and energetic
- Child psychology knowledge
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
Timeline
Mental Health Counselor
Third Way Center
09.2023 - 10.2024
Childcare Assistant
The Baby Haven
10.2021 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Colorado Denver
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Community College of Aurora
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