Jenna Bubalo-Szaday LSW
Michigan City,IN
Summary
Behavioral health professional with proven track record of fostering positive client outcomes through tailored therapeutic approaches. Known for strong collaboration within multidisciplinary teams and commitment to achieving impactful results. Expertise in substance use disorders, MAT services, LGBTQIA+ advocacy and care, mental health treatment, community engagement, and harm reduction. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals with a commitment to excellence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Resident
HealthLinc
06.2024 - Current
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to expand knowledge base and enhance practice capabilities continuously.
- Promoted community awareness about mental and physical health issues by organizing events, participating in community outreach, and working with community stakeholders targeting various demographics.
- Coordinated care seamlessly with fellow HealthLinc providers such as community health workers, clinical pharmacists, or nurse practitioners when necessary for optimal client outcomes.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships, fostering trust and rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds and collaborating on the implementation of behavioral goals to improve mood and wellbeing.
Clinical Counseling Intern
NorthShore Health Centers
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Implemented motivational interviewing techniques to support clients' readiness for change and facilitate their commitment to treatment goals with a focus on substance use disorders.
- Conducted thorough intake assessments to gather relevant information for accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment planning addressing individual needs and goals.
- Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients in treatment program, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety and improved mental health.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting, providing both psychoeducation and evidence-based support for clients.
Recovery Support Intern
Recovery Connection
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Reduced substance abuse relapse rates by implementing evidence-based counseling strategies and providing both individual and group services.
- Empowered clients by teaching effective communication skills, self-advocacy techniques, and coping strategies.
- Increased patient engagement in SMART recovery group sessions by fostering a safe and supportive environment for open communication and mutual support.
- Promoted positive behavior change at both Recovery Connection and the Porter County Juvenile Detention Center (as a partnering agency) by facilitating group sessions addressing anger management, substance abuse, and life skills development.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Indiana University School of Social Work
Indianapolis, INBachelor of Arts - Psychology With A Minor in Counseling
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, INSkills
- Interdisciplinary team coordination
- Quality improvement
- Motivational interviewing
- Co-occurring disorders treatment
- Community outreach and engagement
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Trauma-informed care
- CBT techniques
- Multicultural competence
- Group facilitation
- Patient advocacy
- Strengths-based therapy
- Brief solution focused therapy (SFBT)
- Harm reduction
Certification
- Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
- CPR Certification
- Narcan Certification for Laypersons
Timeline
Behavioral Health Resident
HealthLinc
06.2024 - Current
Clinical Counseling Intern
NorthShore Health Centers
01.2023 - 05.2024
Recovery Support Intern
Recovery Connection
05.2022 - 11.2022
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Indiana University School of Social Work
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology With A Minor in Counseling
Indiana University, Bloomington
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