Jena Khalil
Mental Health Therapist
Orlando,Florida
Summary
Client-centered professional polished in identifying potential disorders in clients and developing successful treatment plans and therapeutic processes. Accommodating and warm individual possessing strong observational skills and in-depth understanding of human behavior. Offering comprehensive background conducting psychological tests, interviewing patients and monitoring patient progress.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Remote Therapist
Foundations Family Support
10.2023 - Current
- Adapted interventions as needed based on ongoing assessment of client progress throughout the course of treatment.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Tracked progress according to goals for interventions.
- Wrote reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.
- Delivered brief interventions to help clients develop healthy coping skills.
- Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
- Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Coached clients on effective coping strategies, empowering them to manage symptoms independently outside of therapy sessions.
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Therapist
South Summit Pediatrics
9 2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Tracked progress according to goals for interventions.
- Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
- Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
- Guided 25-30 clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Delivered brief interventions to help clients develop healthy coping skills.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions through cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy.
- Utilized evidence-based techniques to deliver successful treatment.
- Educated clients and families on mental health issues to promote understanding and support.
- Developed creative therapeutic approaches to address unique client challenges and promote lasting change.
- Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients in distress and connecting them with necessary resources.
Work Student Intern
LifeMoves
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Recorded patient information and treatment updates, organizing case documentation and data
- Conducted 10-15 initial assessments of clients' situations to determine needs and goals
- Promoted equitable access to psychosocial treatment resources, supporting individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and educational backgrounds
- Achieved treatment goals using thorough knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving
- Conducted social work, study, and treatment for social malfunction, maladaptive behavior, family conflict, victimization, and difficulties meeting community or institutional requirements.
Key Leader
Lululemon
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Coordinated smooth front-end operations, overseeing front-line employee work
- Trained and mentored 10-12 employees to improve sales and customer service skills
- Optimized policies to better handle current and expected needs
- Protected organization in event of emergencies with well-planned crisis management strategies.
- Counted registers and cleaned and secured shop at end of shift.
- Developed professional relationships to improve retention of key customers.
Social Work Student Intern
Youth Advocate Programs Inc
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Utilized insurance databases to check eligibility status for 200 behavioral health clients
- Connected 1 out of 5 clients with community resources
- Conducted In-takes with clients by utilizing variety of technologies to complete the process
- Developed successful project goals and strategies in collaboration with WRAP team members.
Assistant Director
Horizons Childcare and Learning Center
05.2017 - 05.2021
- Recruited, hired, trained and evaluated primary and supplemental staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services
- Enhanced learning and development for children of varying skill levels with diversified instructional strategies
- Supported 15-20 teachers with solid training, mentoring and day-to-day assistance
- Monitored students' progress and provided assistance in resolving problems.
Pre-K Teacher
Horizons Childcare and Learning Center
04.2012 - 05.2017
- Monitored student progress against goals and reported findings to administration
- Built social, emotional and behavioral skills in children through modeling and positive reinforcement
- Supported unique needs of each child under care by consulting with parents and assessing individual behaviors
- Cultivated diverse learning opportunities, ample playtime and caring environments to support early childhood success.
- Assisted and supervised 20-30 children through entire school day.
Education
Masters - Social Work
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL 08.2022 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development and Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL 05.2015 - 05.2018
Skills
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Certification
Licensed Child Development Associate - [2018]
Timeline
Remote Therapist
Foundations Family Support
10.2023 - Current
Masters - Social Work
University of Central Florida
08.2022 - 05.2022
Work Student Intern
LifeMoves
09.2021 - 08.2022
Key Leader
Lululemon
05.2021 - 08.2022
Social Work Student Intern
Youth Advocate Programs Inc
08.2020 - 05.2021
Licensed Child Development Associate - [2018]
05-2018
Assistant Director
Horizons Childcare and Learning Center
05.2017 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development and Education
University of Central Florida
05.2015 - 05.2018
Pre-K Teacher
Horizons Childcare and Learning Center
04.2012 - 05.2017
Therapist
South Summit Pediatrics
9 2022 - 08.2023
Certified Social Worker, [Utah]
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