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James Martelo

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Dynamic mental health and substance use therapist with 12 years of clinical experience and credentials as an internationally trained physician and registered nurse candidate. Actively contributing to compliance initiatives at Beacon Point Recovery Center, leading operational improvements, and ensuring regulatory adherence. Proven success in enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate, evidence-based care. Bilingual in English and Spanish, committed to supporting diverse populations, and advancing healthcare quality.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Primary Therapist

Hispanic Community Couseling Services
Philadelphia, PA
10.2022 - Current
  • Provide CBE-based therapy for outpatient clients
  • Lead ongoing assessments, and facilitate group sessions.

Primary Therapist

Beacon Point Recovery Center
Philadelphia, PA
09.2022 - Current
  • Performed assessments and treatment planning.
  • Managed post-discharge relapse follow-up.
  • Assisted patients from admission to aftercare.

Mental Health Nursing Intern – Clinical Placement

Dr. Ramón Fernández General Psychiatric Hospital
Rio Piedra, Puerto Rico
02.2025 - 03.2025
  • Cared for individuals with mental health and substance use conditions.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions
  • Assisted in crisis intervention and de-escalation.

Mental Health Professional

APM Mental Health Clinic
Philadelphia, PA
02.2014 - 03.2022
  • Conducted client intakes and clinical assessments.
  • Delivered therapy services (CBE) in individual and group formats.

Education

Associate of Science - Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

EDP University
Puerto Rico
08-2025

Certification - HIPAA Law, 284 Law, EMTALA, And National Goals

EDP University
Puerto Rico
01-2025

M.D. - Doctor of Medicine

Universidad Metropolitana
Barranquilla, Colombia
07-2011

Skills

  • Regulatory oversight and risk mitigation
  • Policy development and enforcement
  • Strategic team leadership
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Adaptive to regulatory change

Timeline

Mental Health Nursing Intern – Clinical Placement

Dr. Ramón Fernández General Psychiatric Hospital
02.2025 - 03.2025

Primary Therapist

Hispanic Community Couseling Services
10.2022 - Current

Primary Therapist

Beacon Point Recovery Center
09.2022 - Current

Mental Health Professional

APM Mental Health Clinic
02.2014 - 03.2022

Associate of Science - Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

EDP University

Certification - HIPAA Law, 284 Law, EMTALA, And National Goals

EDP University

M.D. - Doctor of Medicine

Universidad Metropolitana

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