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Jacqueline Lopez

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Diligent professional adept at assessing and providing crisis intervention for complicated behavioral conditions and problems. Possesses outstanding interpersonal and conflict management skills, with a positive approach to improving clients' behavior in different settings. Organized and proactive with great leadership skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist

Five Acres
10.2017 - Current
  • Provided in-person, virtual and hybrid instruction based on evolving school service models.
  • Leverages excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff, caregivers and clients.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement to maximize desired behavior and educational outcomes.
  • Consulted caregivers and teachers to develop curriculum modifications and intervention strategies.
  • Informed parents of evaluation methods used to guide instruction and document progress.
  • Partnered with administrative leadership to improve discipline practices based on data findings.
  • Collected information about individuals or clients using interviews, observational techniques and other assessment methods.
  • Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve behavior goals.

Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist

Optimist Youth Homes And Family Services
09.2016 - 10.2017
  • Helped clients obtain outside specialist services by coordinating referrals and advising on options.
  • Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
  • Partnered with administrative leadership to improve discipline practices based on data findings.
  • Maintained accurate and confidential records of assigned clients.
  • Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.

Youth Care Counselor

Optimist Youth Homes And Family Services
06.2012 - 08.2016
  • Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.
  • Assisted youth with obtaining resources such as food, clothing and shelter.
  • Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
  • Utilized system model to teach youth life skills in accordance with individualized treatment plans.
  • Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

California State University - Northridge
Northridge
12.2011

Skills

  • Client Service
  • Data Entry
  • Crisis Intervention Techniques
  • Patient Consultations
  • Case Planning and Management
  • Analytical Skills

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist

Five Acres
10.2017 - Current

Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist

Optimist Youth Homes And Family Services
09.2016 - 10.2017

Youth Care Counselor

Optimist Youth Homes And Family Services
06.2012 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

California State University - Northridge
Jacqueline Lopez