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Laura Barthelemy
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 3 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
CAMBA
03.2023 - Current
- Improves patient outcomes by providing comprehensive counseling and education sessions to high-risk individuals.
- Ensure continuous access to HIV primary care and essential services, aligning with program goals.
- Managed projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of all QI tasks and deliverables.
- Delivers high-quality results by setting performance metrics and monitoring progress against targets.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay abreast of current research and best practices in HIV/AIDS counseling.
Psychotherapist
AthenaPsych
12.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapy for individuals, families, and children, in-person or via telehealth
- Designs and executes goal-centered treatment plans
- Meets documentation deadlines, ensuring compliance with program and state regulations in EHR system
- Offers crisis intervention and resolves conflicts when required.
Fee for Service Therapist
Refresh Psychotherapy
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Conducted intakes, diagnoses, and plans comprehensive treatments
- Adapted interventions to meet client needs: cognitive-behavioral approaches, mindfulness, grief counseling, psychoeducation, stress reduction.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Montefiore Health System
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality and medical records
- Enhanced client recovery outcomes through the development of personalized treatment plans, addressing individual needs and goals
- Offered individual, group, and family counseling along with case management and crisis intervention.
Family Functional Therapist
The New York Foundling
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Provided short-term home therapy for at-risk adolescents and families, linking them to community resources
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to help clients recognize personal barriers to change and identify actionable steps towards improvement
Teacher Assistant
Children's Village
02.2015 - 04.2018
- Supported teachers in daily classroom activities indoors and outdoors
- Ensured classroom orderliness, managed supplies, and maintained cleanliness
- Followed school safety protocols, monitored children's wellbeing, and reported observations to administration promptly
- Communicated respectfully with children directly, engaging them at their level.
MST-CAN Therapist
Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Conducted MST assessments, identified systemic strengths/weaknesses, and analyzed problem behaviors within contexts
- Engaged primary caregivers in targeted treatment, overcoming barriers to facilitate change
- Utilized evidence-based approaches like solution-focused, structural, and cognitive behavioral therapy
- Collaborated with ACS, substance abuse counselors, and other stakeholders to plan care.
Graduate Assistant
School of Behavioral Science and Social Sciences
09.2015 - 09.2017
- Foster communication among students, faculty, and staff
- Develop databases, spreadsheets, and resources for graduate programs, organizing student interviews
- Acknowledge the pivotal role of record-keeping and organization in the school's and students' success.
Intern
The Art of Becoming
08.2017 - 08.2017
- Conducted tailored client referrals and phone intakes
- Provided therapy for various groups experiencing trauma, mood disorders, and relational issues
- Utilized evidence-based methods like solution-focused and cognitive behavioral therapy, employing a holistic approach.
Sales Merchandiser
Sports Authority
06.2012 - 09.2015
- Managed financial transactions while ensuring top-tier customer service
- Creatively arranged merchandise to captivate customer interest.
Mcnair Scholars Program
Mercy College
05.2014 - 08.2015
- Selected as one out of fifty students to participate in the program based on high academic achievements and leadership potential
- Worked with a mentor to conduct research and compose a research paper on findings to support thesis
- Conducted research and composed a research paper on human behaviors and investigated the issues on a mentally ill homeless person seeking health services in Yonkers, NY.
Education
Master of Science - Marriage And Family Therapy
Mercy University
08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Science Health Service Management
Mercy University
Dobbs Ferry, NY09.2015
Skills
- Cultural Diversity
- Regulatory Compliance
- Quality Improvement
- Team Development
- Problem-Solving
- Program Leadership
- Performance Monitoring
- Community Outreach
- Relationship Building
- Team Management
- Risk Analysis and Management
- Budgeting and Resource Management
- Relationship Building
- Team Management
- Risk Analysis and Management
- Budgeting and Resource Management
Websites
Software
Client Service and Program Accomplishments
Transformed client engagement from below-average to consistently exceeding 90% across all services, including intake and client assistance, upon assuming the Program Manager role. The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) recognized our program's success in promoting viral suppression and medical adherence, inviting us to present at the Data 2 Suppression Quality Improvement Project. This accomplishment showcases a significant impact on client satisfaction and program recognition within the public health sector.
Languages
French
Limited Working
References
References available upon request.
references
References available upon request
Timeline
Program Manager
CAMBA
03.2023 - Current
Psychotherapist
AthenaPsych
12.2022 - Current
Substance Abuse Counselor
Montefiore Health System
08.2020 - 03.2021
Fee for Service Therapist
Refresh Psychotherapy
02.2020 - 02.2022
Family Functional Therapist
The New York Foundling
04.2018 - 03.2020
MST-CAN Therapist
Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services
09.2017 - 02.2018
Intern
The Art of Becoming
08.2017 - 08.2017
Graduate Assistant
School of Behavioral Science and Social Sciences
09.2015 - 09.2017
Teacher Assistant
Children's Village
02.2015 - 04.2018
Mcnair Scholars Program
Mercy College
05.2014 - 08.2015
Sales Merchandiser
Sports Authority
06.2012 - 09.2015
Master of Science - Marriage And Family Therapy
Mercy University
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Science Health Service Management
Mercy University