Ismerai Benitez
Yakima ,WA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing my skills and abilities. I would like to continue providing support to families within my community.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Peer Counselor
Yakima Valley Farm Workers-Behavioral Health Servi
04.2016 - Current
- provide care, supervision, peer support and guidance to individuals and their families as described in the treatment or plan of care.
- Utilize lived experience when working within WISe program.
- Works with patients who are children and parents with behavioral challenges, low social skills, poor socialization or isolation.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring accurate records of client interactions and progress towards goals.
- Improved client self-awareness by guiding them through personal reflection exercises and goal-setting activities.
- Established boundaries with clients while maintaining empathy and understanding throughout the therapeutic process.
- Ensured confidentiality and privacy by adhering to all ethical guidelines and legal requirements within the counseling profession.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering a trusting environment for open communication and mental health support.
- Served as a liaison between clients and healthcare providers, promoting continuity of care across different settings.
- Empowered clients by teaching them effective communication skills for expressing their thoughts and feelings.
- Assisted clients in developing coping strategies for managing stressors, resulting in better emotional wellbeing.
- Facilitated transitions between levels of care by working closely with each client''s treatment team members.
- Integrated a strengths-based approach into my practice, promoting an increased sense of self-efficacy and resilience in clients.
- Advocated for client needs within the community, connecting them to relevant resources and services for additional support.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, ensuring the safety of both the client and others involved in critical situations.
- Supported clients'' personal growth by facilitating workshops on topics such as self-esteem, healthy relationships, and stress management.
- Enhanced cultural competence by attending trainings on diversity issues within the mental health field.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Adams Elementary School
09.2015 - 04.2016
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in the classroom.
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
Community Engagement and Respite Specialist
Elmview Services
05.2014 - 04.2016
- Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.
- Interpreted clients' needs and introduced services to fit specific requirements.
- Provide information and support to participant to assist them in making choices, identifying goals, and having personal power to pursue those goals.
- assisting participant to become part of their community by supporting activities of mutual interest with other community members, and by use of community resources.
- provide transportation.
- Assist participants to develop competencies in chosen activities and life skills which enhances their quality of life and promote self-reliance.
- Assist in program planning as needed.
Juvenile Correction Officer
Yakima County Juvenile Court
10.2007 - 08.2012
- Reduced conflicts among residents by implementing effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, utilizing appropriate crisis management techniques to maintain order within the facility.
- Maintained a secure environment for staff and residents through diligent observation, documentation, and intervention as needed.
- Maintained detailed records of resident behavior and progress, providing regular reports to supervisory staff for review and analysis.
- Enhanced teamwork among staff members by participating in regular training sessions, sharing knowledge, and supporting colleagues during challenging situations.
- Conducted thorough searches of resident living areas, ensuring compliance with facility rules and regulations.
- Ensured timely transportation of residents to court appointments, medical visits, or other off-site events while maintaining strict security protocols.
- Developed rapport with residents while maintaining professional boundaries, fostering a respectful environment conducive to rehabilitation efforts.
- Completed incident reports when disorder or violence occurs.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
Education
High School Diploma -
A.C Davis High School
Yakima, WA06.2002
Skills
- Boundary Setting
- Family Dynamics
- Sexual Assault Support
- Domestic Violence Support
- Behavioral Modification
- Community Resources
- Skill Development
- Life Skills Development
- Team Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Emotional Support
- Mental Health Support
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Intervention
- Documentation And Reporting
- Patient Advocacy
- Coping Methods
- Group facilitation
Certification
Certified Peer Counselor
Agency Affiliated Counselor in the state of Washington.
CPR
Timeline
Certified Peer Counselor
Yakima Valley Farm Workers-Behavioral Health Servi
04.2016 - Current
Paraeducator, Special Education
Adams Elementary School
09.2015 - 04.2016
Community Engagement and Respite Specialist
Elmview Services
05.2014 - 04.2016
Juvenile Correction Officer
Yakima County Juvenile Court
10.2007 - 08.2012
High School Diploma -
A.C Davis High School
Certified Peer Counselor
Agency Affiliated Counselor in the state of Washington.
CPR
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