Highly-motivated Marriage and Family Therapist Associate committed to working with individuals, groups, couples, and families. Passionate about health and wellness and providing clients with the highest level of care. Hardworking associate with the desire to take on new challenges with a strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
School Therapist
New Mediscan II, LLC/ MUSD
Burbank, CA
08.2023 - 06.2024
Conducted Intake assessments to identify student's Social-Emotional needs.
Provided individual and group counseling to students with a variety of social-emotional support and needs.
Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents, and other professionals to develop Treatment plans for student's needs.
Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on various topics such as social skills, coping skills, emotion regulation, and anger management.
Maintained accurate and thorough charts files and documentation in accordance with legal and clinical standards.
Conduct Risk Assessment and Safety plans
Referred student to Mental Health Agencies for intensive, Chronic and recurrent symptom.
Marriage Family Therapist (MFT)Trainee
Pacific Clinics
Santa Fe Springs, CA
01.2022 - 12.2022
Provide Individual Psychotherapy to Children/Adolescents in a school-based program—individual therapy to clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and divorce.
Counseled individuals and families regarding relationship issues, self-esteem, self-worth, and life transitions.
Conducted phone intakes and referred clients to appropriate resources based on individual needs.
Conduct Clinical Intake Assessments, and Diagnose and provide Treatment Plans for services.
I have worked with families, internal programs, Clinical support staff, and external sources such as school staff.
Consult with supervisor weekly regarding caseload. Complete any required DMH documentation.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
ICMS Team Lead
Exodus Recovery
Los Angeles, CA
03.2018 - 12.2021
Plan and lead tri-weekly morning meetings.
Provide guidance and training to new employees with documentation, program requirements, and expectations.
Provide weekly supervision to Care Managers to review caseload.
Review Client’s permanent housing barriers with Care Managers/Program Managers to discuss solutions and housing options.
Audit charts and assist Program Manager with a review of progress notes and other required documents.
Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Complete and submit Monthly Permanent Housing Reports.
Attended DHS meetings and other training as requested.
Conduct Intake, Biopsychosocial Assessments, and Consent to enroll Clients into the CMS program.
Link and assist Clients in applying for benefits; Social Security office/ DPSS. Link and connect Clients to PCP, Mental Health, and SUD programs.
Assist Clients in gathering required documents for Housing Applications. (ID/SSC/Income).
Assist Clients with housing searches, including negotiating rental agreements and lease requirements.
Conduct weekly/monthly visits to clients to provide ongoing Case Management Services.
Assist Client with money management, housing retention, and eviction prevention support.
Education
Master of Arts - Latinx Marriage And Family Therapy
Pacific Oaks College
Pasadena, CA
05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA
05.2017
Skills
Community resources
Active Listening
Client Advocacy
Client Service
Family Advocacy
Therapist Collaboration
Team Player
Social Skills Group Leadership
Maintain Case Files
Conflict Resolution
Cultural Competency
Time Management
Professionalism
Teamwork and Collaboration
Adaptability and Flexibility
Problem-solving abilities
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
School Therapist
New Mediscan II, LLC/ MUSD
08.2023 - 06.2024
Marriage Family Therapist (MFT)Trainee
Pacific Clinics
01.2022 - 12.2022
ICMS Team Lead
Exodus Recovery
03.2018 - 12.2021
Master of Arts - Latinx Marriage And Family Therapy
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