Joysree Sen
Woodhaven
Summary
Dynamic Recovery Specialist at the Institute for Community Living, skilled in mental health assessment and crisis intervention. Proven ability to facilitate engaging groups that align with clients' treatment goals and objectives. Adept at employing motivational interviewing techniques to foster client engagement and progress in challenging environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recovery Specialist
Institute for Community Living (ICL)
Brooklyn
06.2023 - Current
- Deliver Personalized Recovery Oriented Services (PROS) to an adult population living with serious mental health conditions, including Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, and dual disorders.
- Conduct individual sessions and facilitate 40-minute curriculum-based groups covering topics such as Emotion Regulation, Safety Planning, Trauma, Substance Use, Poetry, and Music.
- Complete comprehensive assessments, including the Adult Comprehensive Assessment and Psychiatric Rehabilitation Assessment, to evaluate treatment goals and identify barriers to progress.
- Document weekly session notes, monthly progress notes, and reviewed Individualized Recovery Plan bi-annually with participants.
- Participate in weekly clinical staff meetings to discuss progress, and treatment strategies.
- Organize events for participants such as Black History Month celebration and Valentine's Day.
Clinical Case Coordinator
The Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services (CASES)
Brooklyn
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted intake assessments, including PHQ-9, TCU Drug Screen, and CRAFFT for clients in the Supervised Release Program.
- Conducted in-person scheduled meetings and calls and provided court reminders.
- Referred clients to community resources for mental health treatment, employment, housing, and income assistance, and distributed essential items such as food and clothing.
- Documented client interactions as DAP notes in ECM to ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Executed thorough searches for non-compliant clients using various tracking methods and documented findings.
- Engaged in group supervision and received individual guidance from supervisor/team leader.
Intern
The Addiction Institute at Mount Sinai West
Manhattan
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted outpatient intake assessments with adults, covering substance use, psychiatric symptoms, and risk evaluations.
- Determined substance abuse diagnoses and referred individuals to suitable outpatient services.
- Implemented CBT and DBT techniques in 90-minute group sessions and 25- and 45-minute individual sessions.
- Completed billing, documented progress notes, and individual treatment plans.
- Outreached patients via phone and email to promote engagement in treatment.
- Met with clinical supervisor weekly to discuss progress with clients, treatment interventions, documentation, and referral processes.
Practicum Counselor
Brooklyn College Personal Counseling Program
Brooklyn
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Conducted an intake evaluation with a college student, formulated DSM-V diagnosis based on psychiatric symptoms, and assessed for suicide and violence risk.
- Conducted 45-minute telehealth sessions to provide support and skills to manage anxiety.
- Participated in weekly group supervision to enhance assessment skills.
- Presented case formulation to supervisor and peers, including presenting problem, history of presenting problem, differential diagnoses, and treatment recommendations.
Intern at The Youth Opportunity Hub
The Door
New York
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Conducted psychosocial assessments with adolescents utilizing HEADDS model to identify needs.
- Connected adolescents to suitable youth development services based on individual interests.
- Did intakes for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits and forms of identification.
- Distributed information about hub services through flyers, handouts, and business cards of staff.
- Engaged young people in activities to foster a positive and welcoming environment.
Education
Master of Arts Degree - Mental Health Counseling
Brooklyn College, City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hunter College, City University of New York
Manhattan, NY05.2020
Skills
- Mental health assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Harm reduction techniques
- Motivational interviewing
- Relapse prevention
- Group facilitation
- Individual treatment planning
Certification
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
- License Number: 015867, Date Issued: 03/17/25
Accomplishments
Psi Chi, International Honor Society in Psychology
Timeline
Recovery Specialist
Institute for Community Living (ICL)
06.2023 - Current
Clinical Case Coordinator
The Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services (CASES)
10.2022 - 02.2023
Intern
The Addiction Institute at Mount Sinai West
06.2021 - 05.2022
Practicum Counselor
Brooklyn College Personal Counseling Program
02.2021 - 04.2021
Intern at The Youth Opportunity Hub
The Door
01.2020 - 05.2020
Master of Arts Degree - Mental Health Counseling
Brooklyn College, City University of New York
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hunter College, City University of New York
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