Jennifer Farias
San Jose,CA
Summary
Empathetic professional with hands-on experience providing quality mental health services to children and their families. Skilled in identifying, assessing and diagnosing mental health and emotional issues. Develops and implements treatment plans and provides therapy to obtain maximum results for clients. In addition, detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills and ready to help the team achieve company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Specialist
Starlight Community Services
04.2021 - Current
- Ensured safety of patients through close observation during high-risk situations such as suicidal ideation or self-harm behaviors.
- Provided compassionate support during times of crisis or acute distress while maintaining professional boundaries and ethical standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive mental health services and support for clients.
- Conducted thorough evaluations, assessments, and diagnoses to develop appropriate treatment recommendations for each patient.
- Assisted psychiatrists in medication management processes by closely monitoring patient response to prescribed medications.
- Developed rapport with diverse patient populations, fostering trust and open communication during therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed records of clinical interventions, progress notes, treatment plans, and other documentation required for regulatory compliance.
- Mentored new colleagues and interns and offered shadowing sessions
Recreational Leader
City Of San Jose - City Gov't
05.2015 - 09.2020
- Managed the safe and efficient operation of recreational facilities, ensuring a positive experience for all users.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members to develop a well-rounded schedule of recreational offerings, resulting in higher attendance rates.
- Developed strong relationships with participants, fostering a sense of community within the program environment.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing concerns and resolving issues related to recreational programs promptly.
Social Work Intern
East Side Union High School District
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Provided school social work services, which addressed the psychosocial needs of school age adolescents (14-18 years old) and their families so as to directly address academic performance and achievement
- Evaluated and addressed individual student needs and concerns
- Participated in involving the client, the family and school personnel in identifying needs and establishing an intervention plan as well as collaborate with outside community agencies to provide additional support
Social Work Intern
LifeMoves Agency
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
- Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine most suitable needs and services.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Managed caseload efficiently, prioritizing tasks and maintaining timely communication with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Science
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA12.2016
Skills
- Case Documentation
- Individual and Family therapy
- Building rapport and developing relationships
- Crisis Intervention
- Discharge Planning
- Treatment Planning and Mental Health Assessment
- Time Management Strategies
- Reliability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Mental Health Specialist
Starlight Community Services
04.2021 - Current
Social Work Intern
East Side Union High School District
08.2019 - 04.2020
Social Work Intern
LifeMoves Agency
08.2018 - 05.2019
Recreational Leader
City Of San Jose - City Gov't
05.2015 - 09.2020
Master of Arts - Social Work
San Jose State University
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Science
San Jose State University
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