Justine Nicole Brydges
Rumford,RI
Summary
Passionate, adaptable and competent social service professional with over 10 years of experience providing advocacy, prevention, and community outreach. Sound knowledge of community resources and justice system. Maintained positive working environment and empathetic approach to victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, suicide survivors and individuals struggling with various mental health concerns and substance use disorder.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Therapist
Evoke Wellness
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Planned and organized individual, family and group therapy for patients ranging in ages and issues.
- Utilized evidence-based interventions in individual therapy sessions, tailoring techniques to each patient's unique needs.
- Evaluated treatment effectiveness through ongoing assessment, refining interventions to better meet patient needs and facilitate lasting change.
- Provided psychoeducation on coping mechanisms, equipping patients with practical tools to manage stressors effectively.
- Implemented preventative measures by identifying risk factors within a client's life situation or environment that could trigger potential crises or setbacks in recovery progress.
- Served as an advocate for patients within the mental health system, ensuring access to necessary resources and supports.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care, ensuring optimal patient progress.
Patient Advocate / Veteran Client Liaison
Zinnia Healing
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Responded to patient concerns and questions with compassionate and knowledgeable service.
- Monitored patient progress and provided emotional support.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging medical situations, fostering trust and rapport.
- Managed patient complaints professionally and efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA regulations.
- Entered details into computer systems and managed database of information.
- Liaised between patients and medical staff, facilitating effective communication of needs, preferences, and treatment plans.
Sexual Assault Victim Advocate (SAPR UVA)
United States Navy
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Coordinated individual and group counseling to meet victim service standards
- Collected statistical data and updated documentation to maintain client records
- Liaised with members of justice system on behalf of client
- Provided comprehensive services including assessment, goal setting, and service plans
- Attended interagency meetings and networked to create community partnerships
- Constructed referral list of agencies and community resources for victims to provide aftercare services
- Developed safety plans to meet victims' assessment of need
- Spearheaded awareness through public speaking to community and business groups
- Supported victims, family members and witnesses through various systems including law enforcement, healthcare, and social services.
Master-at-Arms
United States Navy
07.2017 - 06.2021
- Secured personnel and assets against threats
- Detained individuals involved in suspicious or illegal activities
- Monitored access points, completed patrols and reviewed CCTV footage
- Detected trespassers, contraband and narcotics on regular basis
- Enforced facility rules and regulations
- Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies
- Handled administrative requirements smoothly and efficiently, including maintaining records and submitting incident reports
- Successfully supervised a diverse unit of Security Force Members whilst maintaining mission readiness for a large command.
Case Manager
Rocky Mountain Options for Long Term Care
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, mental health clinicians, hospital staff and clients throughout three different counties
- Evaluated treatment plans against individual goals and healthcare standards
- Conducted frequent home visits to client's residences throughout a year span to assess their daily needs and overall wellbeing
- Maintained confidentiality and abided by all HIPPA laws
- Disposed of personal biases and remained open and empathetic when designing client service plans
- Cultivated positive, trusting relationships with clients and community providers to promote effective coordination of resources
- Established partnerships among community organizations, political leaders and government agencies to provide comprehensive care
- Referred clients and researched services that provided for individual needs and determined best options based on need and location
- Visited over 200 homes and agencies over a two-year span to provide support and case management services to clients, including (but not limited to) in home support services.
Executive Secretary
Adams State University
12.2014 - 05.2015
- Oversaw all student's needs and desires on campus and within our community
- Developed and maintained close relationships within my campus and community as a whole
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team efficiency
- Orchestrated successful conferences, including associated travel for all speakers and attendees, facilities and support services
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president
- Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
Internship
TuCasa
12.2014 - 05.2015
- Co-taught high school classes on healthy relationships for troubled youth in the community in order to promote education on domestic violence and sexual assault in hopes to prevent the high rates of such crimes in our community
- Gained experience working with victims of sexual assault and domestic violence
- Attended multiple courtroom hearings on behalf of victims of sexual assault and domestic violence
- Maintained confidentiality in order to protect victims and secret locations of local shelters
- Developed strong community relationships worked with a multitude of other agencies in order to develop relationships and build a rapport with clients and well as the community.
Suicide Prevention and Awareness President
Adams State University - Counseling Center
05.2012 - 05.2015
- Promoted an excitement for life and infinite possibility, instilled hope and recovery, and fostered a university community of connection and support
- Received multiple trainings in suicide prevention to include Safe Talk and ASIST trainings
- Influenced a mandatory Safe Talk training for all Resident Assistants on campus
- Publicly spoke on the topic of suicide prevention and awareness on multiple occasions as well as set up multiple speaking events and campus/community outreach programs
- Teamed up and worked with multiple outside entities on a local and national level in attempts to positively impact the community on a much larger scale.
Resident Assistant
Adams State University
01.2012 - 05.2014
- Led by example through mature behavior consistent with university regulations and rules
- Coached students on useful life and personal care skills
- Performed several administrative duties, including room transfers, incident reports and maintenance requests
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
- Attended, participated and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs
- Counseled peers on career, academic and personal concerns
- Created and implemented social, educational and recreational programs for residents
- Enforced and implemented all university and campus housing policies
- Mediated and provided professional conflict resolution in timely fashion
- Mentored and supervised groups of over 50 residents.
Education
Master of Science - Forensic Psychology
Arizona State University
08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Adams State University
05.2015
Skills
- Exemplifies integrity
- Calm in emergency situations
- De-escalation techniques
- Domestic violence prevention
- Suicide risk assessments
- Superior communication skills
- Emergency planning
- Crisis intervention
- Court testimony
- Report writing
- Exceptional problem solver/critical thinker
- Emergency responding and confidentiality
- Thorough and accurate documentation
- Connecting with people
- MS Office
- Secret Security Clearance
- Clinical Documentation
- Relaxation Techniques
- Anxiety treatment
Accomplishments
- Naval Letter of Commendation (Summer 2020).
- Student leadership award for counseling and prevention services (2012 and 2013)
- Prevention, outreach, and community support (Fall 2012 and Spring 2013)
- Rookie RA of the year (Spring 2012)
Timeline
Clinical Therapist
Evoke Wellness
01.2023 - 05.2024
Patient Advocate / Veteran Client Liaison
Zinnia Healing
09.2022 - 12.2022
Sexual Assault Victim Advocate (SAPR UVA)
United States Navy
10.2019 - 06.2021
Master-at-Arms
United States Navy
07.2017 - 06.2021
Case Manager
Rocky Mountain Options for Long Term Care
06.2015 - 06.2017
Executive Secretary
Adams State University
12.2014 - 05.2015
Internship
TuCasa
12.2014 - 05.2015
Suicide Prevention and Awareness President
Adams State University - Counseling Center
05.2012 - 05.2015
Resident Assistant
Adams State University
01.2012 - 05.2014
Master of Science - Forensic Psychology
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Adams State University
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