Jazmin Eguiluz
Hesperia,CA
Summary
Organized and passionate individual with experience serving patients with diverse needs by applying behavioral, clinical, and psychiatric modification strategies. Skilled at managing over 8 caseloads at once and ensuring optimal support for each patient. Committed to developing and maintaining excellent relationships with providers and patients. Adept at researching, identifying a problem and providing professional input to find an effective solution.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Specialist
Greater Hope Foundation For Children
Victorville, CA
12.2023 - Current
- Certified Educator for Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Services (CAPTS).
- Provided direct behavioral health services for Foster Children.
- Collaborated with parents, social workers, and other professionals to design interventions that improve client outcomes.
- Coached students in developing adaptive coping skills to manage stressors in their lives.
- Attended professional development workshops related to behavioral health topics.
Clinical Case Coordinator
Bright Road Recovery
Claremont, CA
07.2021 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of professionals as well as patients and families to determine appropriate treatment options.
- Completed patient follow-up services, data collection and clinical monitoring and liaised with primary health care providers to deliver coordinated care to patients with comorbid eating disorder and mental health diagnoses.
- Performed pre-certification assessments and evaluations of current needs for admission to appropriate level of care.
- Facilitated utilization reviews for patients at all levels of care to ensure authorization for continued services.
- Helped patients navigate healthcare system and care options by educating on relevant subject areas and answering questions throughout treatment process.
- Coordinated communication between patients' outpatient providers and in-program providers to facilitate continuity of care.
Behavior Technician
Behavior Genius LLC
Ontario, CA
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Provided behavior intervention services to individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disorders in the home, school, and in the community
- Implement behavior intervention and skill acquisition plans created by and under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- Trained incoming staff on the principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), how to identify and replace maladaptive behaviors to ensure the wellness of the client, and how to identify the underlying need of the client partaking in maladaptive behaviors
- Implemented communication programs effectively for nonverbal clients
- Gathered information from families and social services agencies to inform development of treatment plans.
Personal Care Assistant / Home Care Aide
Surety Home Care
Riverside, CA
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to efficiently handle basic needs.
- Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Completed data entries in charts and logbooks to document client progress.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
- Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans, including shopping for ingredients and cooking dishes.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.
- Pleasantly greeted patients and families and displayed enthusiastic, compassionate attitude, effectively establishing long-term professional relationships.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions, reporting any health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.
Medical Technician
Somerford Place Alzheimers Assisted Living
Redlands, CA
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Maintained a calm and professional demeanor when working with patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia who would unwillingly undergo episodes of psychosis and confusion ("sun-downing")
- Provided excellent patient support and care Provided personal care to patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients and families.
- Communicated directly with the families and doctors of Alzheimer's and Dementia patients to ensure patient wellness
- Administered medication to patients accurately and safely
- Protected patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies.
- Reported safety hazards to supervisors, removing risk and promoting workplace safety
Direct Care Staff/Medical Technician
Northstar Care Inc.
Riverside, CA
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Lead trainer for NOC shift
- Provided excellent patient support and care to patients and families.
- Administered oral, g-tube, and rectal medications to patients with developmental and intellectual disabilities
- Performed colostomy bag changes safely and with minimal discomfort to patient
- Performed catheterization to male and female patients
- Performed wound care properly and with precision
- Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations
- Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality
- Monitored medical supply inventory to ensure consistent availability of critical items
- Encouraged patient independence
- Performed behavioral activities with patients to reduce emotional outbursts and improve quality of life
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Counseling
Alliant International University
San Diego, CABachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California - Riverside
Riverside, CA03.2021
High School Diploma -
La Sierra High School
Riverside, CA2017
Skills
- Adult/Child/Infant CPR, AED, and First Aid certification
- Behavior management
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Health Education
- Patient admissions, continuity of care, and discharges planning
- Client goal planning
- Personal care assistance
- Medical and Mental health care evaluations
- Memory care
- Updating Electronic Health Records
- Healthcare facility coordination
- Medical record security
- Personal and professional integrity
- Microsoft Office and Google Workspace proficiency
- Able to handle and implement constructive criticism
- Excellent interpersonal communication
- Trauma-informed care
- Compassionate
References
Josephine Chu (626) 423-9193
- Former Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor at Greater Hope Foundation for Children
Ginny Morris (951) 660-1591
- Email: glmorris25@gmail.com
- Former QIDP of Northstar Care. In charge of HR and Safety
Danica Turner (909) 406-3030
- Email: DTurner@5ssl.com
- Executive Director of Somerford Place of Redlands
Carlina Payne (909) 561-7121
- Email: cpayne@behaviorgenius.com
- Cinical Supervisor at Behavior Genius LLC
Timeline
Behavioral Health Specialist
Greater Hope Foundation For Children
12.2023 - Current
Clinical Case Coordinator
Bright Road Recovery
07.2021 - 12.2024
Behavior Technician
Behavior Genius LLC
11.2020 - 07.2021
Personal Care Assistant / Home Care Aide
Surety Home Care
06.2020 - 11.2020
Medical Technician
Somerford Place Alzheimers Assisted Living
11.2019 - 06.2020
Direct Care Staff/Medical Technician
Northstar Care Inc.
08.2018 - 11.2019
Master of Arts - Clinical Counseling
Alliant International University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California - Riverside
High School Diploma -
La Sierra High School
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