Jerusha DeBattista
Henderson,NV
Summary
Experienced systemic family therapist and mental health professional prepared for this role. Skilled in therapeutic techniques, crisis intervention, and developing therapeutic rapport and alliances. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable, adaptable, and effective in supporting clients through complex challenges.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Director
S.A.F.E. (Stop Abuse in the Family Environment) House
01.2018 - Current
- Provide therapy services to adults and children impacted by domestic violence
- Coach and train newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
- Mentor staff members through professional development opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
- Cultivate a positive organizational culture that supports employee engagement, teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, accountability.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for growth.
- Supervise the Children's Advocate to provide clinically sound services to children in the shelter and parenting support to parents in the shelter
- Co-facilitate, supervise, and direct the Alternatives to Aggression program for court-ordered offenders of domestic violence
Children's Counselor
S.A.F.E. (Stop Abuse in the Family Environment) House
04.2014 - Current
- Provide therapy services to children and teens in an office and/or shelter settings, and facilitated supportive parenting groups in both English and Spanish.
- Build strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintain detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
Private Practice Therapist
The Empowerment Centre
10.2013 - 12.2015
- Provided family therapy and mental health counseling services to individuals, couples, and families focusing on development of healthy relationships and improving the mental, emotional, and social well-being of clients.
LMFT Intern Independent Contractor
Illuminations Counseling
12.2013 - 04.2014
- Provided mental health counseling in outpatient office and in-home settings to individuals and families focusing on children and adolescents in both English and Spanish languages
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
LMFT Intern Independent Contractor
Home of Possibilities
09.2013 - 04.2014
- Provided mental health counseling in outpatient office and in-home settings to individuals and families focusing on children and adolescents in both English and Spanish languages
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
MFT Student Intern Therapist
Palo Verde Child & Family Services
05.2011 - 12.2011
- Co-facilitated C.O.P.E classes for divorcing parents.
- Provided mental health and family therapy services to individuals, couples, and families.
- Reported back to instructor/supervisor weekly in supervision groups.
Practicum Student MFT Counselor
Center for Individual, Couple, & Family Counseling, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
05.2010 - 12.2011
- Counseled individuals, couples, and families including children & teens, English & Spanish speakers.
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
Volunteer (Community Health Promoter)
Peace Corps
01.1999 - 04.2001
- Company Overview: Worked with various groups within the community to teach, model, & promote sustainable healthy habits and lifestyles
- Worked with various groups within the community to teach, model, & promote sustainable healthy habits and lifestyles
Professor Teaching Assistant
Whitman College
09.1997 - 12.1997
- Tutored senior-level undergraduate students in writing academic papers
Psychology Student Practicum Intern
Whitman College
09.1995 - 12.1995
- Mentored at-risk youth in the community
- Improved overall mental health among at-risk youth by meeting with them consistently and listening and talking with them.
Summer Camp Lifeguard & Counselor
YMCA
05.1995 - 08.1995
- Primarily worked as a lifeguard for Camp Orkila participants; also served as a cabin counselor for 10 to 11-year-old female youth.
- Reduced the number of swimming-related incidents by enforcing strict adherence to camp rules and guidelines.
Education
M.S. - Marriage and Family Therapy
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV12.2011
B.A. - Psych.; Eng. Lit.
Whitman College
Walla Walla, WA06.1997
High School Diploma -
Del Campo High School
Fair Oaks, CA01.1993
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- EMDR-certified
- Attachment theory
- Treating attachment bonds
- Collaborative skills
- Case Management
- Treatment service implementation
- Records Maintenance
License number
LMFT #01364
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Clinical Director
S.A.F.E. (Stop Abuse in the Family Environment) House
01.2018 - Current
Children's Counselor
S.A.F.E. (Stop Abuse in the Family Environment) House
04.2014 - Current
LMFT Intern Independent Contractor
Illuminations Counseling
12.2013 - 04.2014
Private Practice Therapist
The Empowerment Centre
10.2013 - 12.2015
LMFT Intern Independent Contractor
Home of Possibilities
09.2013 - 04.2014
MFT Student Intern Therapist
Palo Verde Child & Family Services
05.2011 - 12.2011
Practicum Student MFT Counselor
Center for Individual, Couple, & Family Counseling, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
05.2010 - 12.2011
Volunteer (Community Health Promoter)
Peace Corps
01.1999 - 04.2001
Professor Teaching Assistant
Whitman College
09.1997 - 12.1997
Psychology Student Practicum Intern
Whitman College
09.1995 - 12.1995
Summer Camp Lifeguard & Counselor
YMCA
05.1995 - 08.1995
M.S. - Marriage and Family Therapy
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
B.A. - Psych.; Eng. Lit.
Whitman College
High School Diploma -
Del Campo High School
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