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Lisa Cruz

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Health Specialist

CK Family Services
Arlington, TX
09.2018 - Current
  • Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to address psychological and emotional issues.
  • Assisted clients in developing coping skills to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.
  • Monitored client progress through regular assessments and documented changes in behavior or symptoms.
  • Advised families on how to best support their loved ones struggling with mental illness.
  • Documented information for charts, progress reports, assessments and other paperwork within specific timeframes.
  • Guided clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Assisted individuals with stress management, self-esteem and issues associated with emotional and mental health.

ACE Site Coordinator

Castleberry ISD
Fort Worth, TX
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Provided guidance to ACE staff in order to ensure compliance with district policies and procedures.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents, teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders in the school community.
  • Oversaw budgeting for various activities and programs within the school.
  • Monitored student attendance records, grades, and disciplinary actions.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of the school site including scheduling classes.
  • Ensured all safety protocols are followed at the school site according to district guidelines.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork or managing databases.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance throughout the year.
  • Analyzed data from standardized tests scores to determine effectiveness of educational programs.
  • Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and payroll information.
  • Prepared reports summarizing event outcomes and successes.
  • Provided customer service support to attendees during the events.
  • Scheduled staff members for on-site duties at events.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to review progress on goals and objectives.

Interpreter

ECI
Fort Worth, TX
10.2015 - 08.2018
  • Translated written texts from one language to another accurately and efficiently.
  • Facilitated communication between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.
  • Interpreted verbal conversations between individuals with limited English proficiency.

Dietary Aide

Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD
Saginaw, TX
01.2011 - 06.2015
  • Assisted with preparation of snacks and other light meals.
  • Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping countertops.
  • Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces.
  • Provided assistance with meal setup, serving, and clean up as needed.
  • Checked temperatures of hot food before serving it to patients and residents.

Teacher's Aide

Castleberry ISD
Fort Worth, TX
12.2006 - 12.2010
  • Provided support to students by monitoring their progress, answering questions, and helping with assignments.
  • Organized classrooms and maintained supplies inventory.
  • Supervised student activities during recess, lunchtime, and other breaks.
  • Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students.
  • Helped maintain a safe learning environment for all students.
  • Assisted in administering standardized tests according to state guidelines.
  • Attended faculty meetings and provided feedback from student perspective.
  • Monitored student behavior in the classroom, hallways, cafeteria, playground.
  • Prepared documents such as letters, memos, emails and forms as requested by teachers or administration staff.
  • Maintained confidential records related to student performance and behavior issues.
  • Answered phones and took messages when necessary.
  • Performed clerical duties including filing paperwork and photocopying material.
  • Participated in professional development workshops offered by school district.
  • Provided additional support to English Language Learners or Special Education Students.
  • Enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among class.
  • Supervised children on field trips to maintain safety and foster cultural learning experiences.
  • Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
  • Distributed and collected tests and homework to prepare for grading by head teacher.
  • Tutored students in course material to improve comprehension.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX
05.2017

Skills

  • Interpersonal and Written Communication
  • Support Services
  • Behavioral Health
  • Treatment Plans
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Behavior Modification
  • Skill Building
  • Goal Setting
  • Service Planning
  • Trauma-Informed Therapy
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • MS Office
  • Child Development
  • Mood Disorders Knowledge
  • CPR, First Aid, AED
  • Cultural Competency
  • Student Support
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Learning Strategies
  • Parental Participation
  • Assessments
  • Special Needs Students
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Staff Supervision
  • Compliance Management
  • Program Oversight

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

ACE Site Coordinator

Castleberry ISD
10.2023 - 06.2024

Behavioral Health Specialist

CK Family Services
09.2018 - Current

Interpreter

ECI
10.2015 - 08.2018

Dietary Aide

Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD
01.2011 - 06.2015

Teacher's Aide

Castleberry ISD
12.2006 - 12.2010

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Tarleton State University

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