Grace Catania
Glen Rock
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with expertise in therapeutic care and treatment development. Proven ability to advocate for patients and enhance care delivery. Committed to making a significant impact in healthcare environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Milieu Therapist
UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital
Pittsburgh
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Led Dialectical Behavior Therapy and psychoeducational groups to support patients with persistent mental health challenges in building essential life and social skills
- Fostered behavioral change and skill acquisition
- Implemented individualized treatment plans to support patient goals and community reintegration
Team Member
Lived Communication Experiences Podcast, University of Pittsburgh
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Produced and edited podcast episodes sharing the lived experiences of individuals with language and hearing disorders
- Participated in strategic planning and development meetings to promote awareness of communication-related challenges
Behavioral Health Associate
UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital
Pittsburgh
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Provided clinical support and assisted with daily living activities under nursing supervision
- Communicated regularly with treatment teams and documented patient behavior in alignment with UPMC protocols
- Served diverse patient populations, including pediatric and geriatric patients with diagnoses such as autism spectrum disorder, dementia, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder
Research Assistant
Brain Systems for Language Lab, University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Supported EEG preparation and data collection for studies on neural processes related to childhood speech and language development
- Collected and transcribed speech data using the CLAN (Computerized Language Analysis) program
- Ensured comfort and engagement of pediatric participants during behavioral testing
Vice President of Member Development
Kappa Kappa Gamma
Pittsburgh
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Organized and led educational programs related to professional development, academic success, mental health, and overall member success for 150+ college-aged women
- Acted as a supervisor and support system for multiple chapter officers within the member experience and diversity, equity, and inclusion departments
Education
B.A. - Communication Sciences And Disorders, Psychology
University of Pittsburgh, School of Health And Rehabilitation Science
Pittsburgh, PA05.2025
Skills
- Therapeutic communication
- Program development
- Mental health support
- Social skills training
- Interpersonal skills
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Crisis management
Certification
- Responsible Conduct of Research CITI Program
- Advanced Crisis Training UPMC
- Autism Focused Intervention UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute
- Basic Life Support American Heart Association
Timeline
Milieu Therapist
UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital
05.2025 - 07.2025
Team Member
Lived Communication Experiences Podcast, University of Pittsburgh
09.2024 - 05.2025
Vice President of Member Development
Kappa Kappa Gamma
04.2023 - 05.2024
Behavioral Health Associate
UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital
02.2023 - 05.2025
Research Assistant
Brain Systems for Language Lab, University of Pittsburgh
02.2023 - 05.2025
B.A. - Communication Sciences And Disorders, Psychology
University of Pittsburgh, School of Health And Rehabilitation Science
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