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Karina Hopewell

Moreno Valley,CA

Summary

Behavioral Health Specialist with extensive experience at County of Riverside, specializing in mental health screenings and interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated success in enhancing service delivery through effective communication and cultural competence. Expertise in leading staff training initiatives and managing Medicare Advantage plans to ensure compliance and optimize client outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavioral Health Specialist IV

County of Riverside
Riverside, CA
02.2022 - Current
  • Conduct comprehensive mental health and substance use screenings, providing appropriate linkage and referrals to internal and external services.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, hospitals, schools, criminal justice systems, and mental health providers to optimize patient care.
  • Facilitate staff training sessions on best practices in behavioral health management.
  • Develop and implement organizational strategies to improve service delivery and client outcomes.

Substance Abuse Counselor II

Aegis Treatment Center/Pinnacle Treatment Centers
Redlands, CA
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • Delivered individualized case management services, assessments, and treatment planning.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance in documentation and patient records management.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions and coordinated external service referrals.

Client Service Coordinator/SUD Counselor

Time for Change Foundation
San Bernardino, CA
07.2021 - 11.2021
  • Provided comprehensive case management including intake assessments, goal setting, and progress monitoring.
  • Developed strong partnerships with community resources, ensuring holistic support for clients.
  • Delivered evidence-based substance abuse counseling and maintained accurate client documentation.

Lead SUD Counselor

Prototypes Women Center/HealthRight 360
Pomona, CA
07.2017 - 07.2021
  • Conducted detailed service assessments and coordinated individualized client interventions.
  • Collaborated with external service providers, including the Department of Corrections and Community Prisoners Women Program (CPMP).
  • Managed crisis interventions and maintained compliance with documentation standards.

Education

Master of Public Administration - Public Health

University of La Verne
La Verne, CA
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of La Verne
La Verne, CA
05.2023

Associate of Science - Drug and Alcohol Counseling

Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA
12.2021

Skills

  • Medicare Advantage plan management
  • Cultural competence and community sensitivity
  • Effective communication and interpersonal relations
  • Team leadership and staff development

Certification

  • Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor III
  • CAADE – ACCBC, Credential Number: 18516

Languages

Fluent in Spanish (Bilingual)

References

Available upon request.

Additional Qualifications

  • Valid California Driver's License
  • Exceptional attention to detail, patience, and organizational skills
  • Proven experience fostering collaborative relationships across management levels

Timeline

Behavioral Health Specialist IV

County of Riverside
02.2022 - Current

Substance Abuse Counselor II

Aegis Treatment Center/Pinnacle Treatment Centers
11.2021 - 02.2022

Client Service Coordinator/SUD Counselor

Time for Change Foundation
07.2021 - 11.2021

Lead SUD Counselor

Prototypes Women Center/HealthRight 360
07.2017 - 07.2021

Master of Public Administration - Public Health

University of La Verne

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of La Verne

Associate of Science - Drug and Alcohol Counseling

Mt. San Antonio College

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