Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
Professionalreferences
Personal Information
References
Workout, Reading, traveling, enjoy nature and music.
Job Profile
Professionalreferences
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Workout, Reading, traveling, enjoy nature and music.

HERNAN DARÍO SALAZAR

Oakland,US

Summary

Compassionate mental health provider with extensive knowledge of counseling principles and practices. Proficient in developing personalized treatment plans and conducting group therapy sessions. Committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for all individuals involved. Insightful counselor familiar with psychodynamic treatment protocols, adept at responding to emergencies calmly and respectfully. Passionate about patient support and resource advocacy.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Intensive Case Manager

Endeavors
01.2023 - 03.2025

Improved community resources access for clients through effective collaboration with local service providers. Increased client satisfaction by maintaining open communication and promptly addressing concerns or issues. Conducted community outreach presentations to raise awareness of available services and forge partnerships with local organizations. Reduced recidivism rates by providing intensive support and guidance to high-risk clients.

Support Counselor

West Coast Children,s Clinic
10.2021 - 07.2022

Provided crisis intervention with empathy and professionalism to ensure client safety and stabilization. Enhanced client well-being by providing emotional support and guidance during challenging times. Tailored counseling approaches to meet diverse cultural backgrounds, age groups, and unique challenges faced by each client.

Resident Counselor- promoted as recreational coordinator

The Bridge-Weston TLC
06.2019 - 09.2020

Performed restorative services and ADLs to assist clients with cleaning, general apartment maintenance, shopping, taking medication, symptom management, personal hygiene, self-advocacy, using community resources, and other areas as appropriate. Encouraged individuals to develop realistic Support Plans; ensured prompt completion of required documentation for every client contact as per agency policy and ensured documentation met regulatory guidelines for level of care.

HHA/ Promoted as Teaching Assistant

Americare Inc.
10.2017 - 12.2019

Providing support to the lead teacher in charge of the classroom Documenting progress of every student and overseeing lesson preparation.

Improving patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities. Supporting clients with cognitive impairments through engaging mental exercises designed to maintain brain health and function.

Coaching and Personal Trainer

workout loft Inc. Canali Club
02.2014 - 06.2017

Educating clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts. Motivating clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach. Training clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.

Improving clients fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.

Clinical Psychologist

Private Clinic (Independent)
02.2013 - 12.2013

Evaluating patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment. Implemented data-driven interventions to effectively address client needs, monitoring progress throughout treatment duration.

Clinical Psychologist

CORPRODINCO
02.2013 - 12.2013

Psychotherapeutic Intervention for Children, Adolescents, Adults couples, and families linked to the program 'Families with Wellness'. Collaborated with survivors of domestic violence multidisciplinary treatment team to discuss treatment plans, progress, and discharge decisions. Formulated comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plans to facilitate and optimize follow-up by social workers by conducting thorough clinical interviews.

Psychologist

Human Rights Office Government De Antioquia
02.2012 - 12.2012

Accompany and act from a psychosocial approach to victims of populations violated by the armed conflict.

Managed caseload of individual clients, couples, and family therapy sessions.

Developed customized treatment plans for clients, addressing their unique psychological needs and goals. Led group therapy sessions focusing on specific topics such as stress management, coping skills development, or relationship building techniques for improved interpersonal functioning.

Psychologist

Asociacion Nuevo Futuro De Colombia
08.2010 - 11.2011

Conducting psychological interventions for minors who endured abuse and mistreatment at the hands of their caregivers.

Provide a comprehensive approach including assessment and treatment of psychological challenges, the promotion of mental health, support for families at risk and active participation in initiatives aimed at restoring the rights of the minors.

Clinical Psychologist

CIS -Medellin, Antioquia
06.2009 - 12.2009

Conducting evaluation and diagnosis of Children and Adolescents, in educational institutions belonging to marginal areas. Collaborating with a 100-person multidisciplinary treatment team to discuss treatment plans, progress, and discharge decisions.

Education

Specialization in Clinical Psychology - Clinical Psychology

University Pontificia Bolivariana
01.2015

Specialization in Judicial and Forensic Psychology -

University Santo Tomás
05.2014

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Universidad De Antioquia, Medellin, Colombia
06.2003 - 06.2009

Skills

  • Self-Care Techniques
  • Mental Health Support
  • Boundaries Establishment
  • Substance abuse awareness
  • Individualized support
  • Creative Expression
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Team Collaboration
  • Community Resources
  • Individualized service planning
  • Human trafficking awareness
  • Client advocacy
  • Mental health

Accomplishments

  • Achieve therapeutic goals by completing the psychotherapy process with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Documented and resolved challenging situations which led to de-escalating potentially harmful situations.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Intensive Case Manager - Endeavors
01.2023 - 03.2025
Support Counselor - West Coast Children,s Clinic
10.2021 - 07.2022
Resident Counselor- promoted as recreational coordinator - The Bridge-Weston TLC
06.2019 - 09.2020
HHA/ Promoted as Teaching Assistant - Americare Inc.
10.2017 - 12.2019
Coaching and Personal Trainer - workout loft Inc. Canali Club
02.2014 - 06.2017
Clinical Psychologist - Private Clinic (Independent)
02.2013 - 12.2013
Clinical Psychologist - CORPRODINCO
02.2013 - 12.2013
Psychologist - Human Rights Office Government De Antioquia
02.2012 - 12.2012
Psychologist - Asociacion Nuevo Futuro De Colombia
08.2010 - 11.2011
Clinical Psychologist - CIS -Medellin, Antioquia
06.2009 - 12.2009
Universidad De Antioquia - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
06.2003 - 06.2009
University Santo Tomás - Specialization in Judicial and Forensic Psychology,
University Pontificia Bolivariana - Specialization in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Psychology

Professionalreferences

  • Lucy Morales, R.N at Americare INC., 7188790873
  • Carmen Sosa, Housing Specialist, 6463391953.
  • Lisa Franco Benharush. Supervisor leader at Westcoast Children's clinic. 6506226822

Personal Information

  • Age: 40
  • Place of Birth: Colombia

References

  • Manuel Rosario, Senior Magento Architect, 4846024068
  • David Birse, DVM, Principal at Banfield Pet Hospital, 8455451586.
  • Paul Marconni. Store manager at Columbia. 4153105795.

Workout, Reading, traveling, enjoy nature and music.


Embracing Fitness in the Wild: Unleashing the Mind-Body Connection"Working out is an essential part of my daily routine. I find that it not only energizes my body but also revitalizes my mind. The sense of accomplishment after a good workout session is incredibly rewarding.


Job Profile

Bilingual Psychologist with approximately 15 years of experience in clinical, social, educational, and organizational psychology.

Professionalreferences

  • Lucy Morales, R.N at Americare INC., 7188790873
  • Carmen Sosa, Housing Specialist, 6463391953.
  • Lisa Franco Benharush. Supervisor leader at Westcoast Children's clinic. 6506226822

Personal Information

  • Age: 40
  • Place of Birth: Colombia

References

  • Manuel Rosario, Senior Magento Architect, 4846024068
  • David Birse, DVM, Principal at Banfield Pet Hospital, 8455451586.
  • Paul Marconni. Store manager at Columbia. 4153105795.

Workout, Reading, traveling, enjoy nature and music.


Embracing Fitness in the Wild: Unleashing the Mind-Body Connection"Working out is an essential part of my daily routine. I find that it not only energizes my body but also revitalizes my mind. The sense of accomplishment after a good workout session is incredibly rewarding.


HERNAN DARÍO SALAZAR