Jocelyn Torres
Santa Clarita
Summary
Motivated and compassionate professional dedicated to supporting individuals in navigating mental health challenges. Demonstrates a solid foundation in psychological principles and therapeutic techniques, complemented by strong skills in active listening and crisis intervention. Committed to fostering a supportive, empathetic, and inclusive environment that promotes well-being and positive outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Worker II
Casa Pacifica Centers for Children & Families
12.2024 - Current
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, resulting in increased safety for both clients and staff.
- Promote a positive therapeutic environment through clear communication and consistent reinforcement of established boundaries within treatment settings.
- Document client progress in confidential files.
- Monitored patient progress through regular documentation, ensuring accurate tracking of treatment effectiveness.
Registered Behavior Technician
First Steps For Kids Inc.
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
Internship Student
Forever Found
09.2023 - 12.2023
- A non-profit organization that focused on the restoration process of children who have experienced human trafficking.
- Developed professional skills through hands-on experiences, including time management and effective communication.
- Sorted, organized, and maintained files accessing their donor tools platform.
- Collaborated with volunteers for campaigns and events that were hosted by Forever Found.
Education
Clinical Psychology
California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks, CA05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2023
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Communication
- Collaboration
- R programming
- Data Visualization
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
- Person-Brain Model
- Trauma Informed Care
- Documentation
Affiliations
- American Psychological Association
- Western Psychological Association
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
- TCI - Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Timeline
Mental Health Worker II
Casa Pacifica Centers for Children & Families
12.2024 - Current
Internship Student
Forever Found
09.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Behavior Technician
First Steps For Kids Inc.
07.2023 - 12.2024
Clinical Psychology
California Lutheran University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Arizona State University
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