Luzfaline Alvarez Ballesteros
Starsview Behavioral Health
LONGBEACH,CA
2
Languages
3
years of professional experience
Dedicated professional with strong skills in peer advocacy and mental health awareness. Experienced in crisis intervention and relationship building, contributing to improved client outcomes through effective resource navigation and support systems.
Work History
Certified Peer Support Specialist
2 Years 8 Months- Developed individual recovery plans in collaboration with clients to address specific needs.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to ensure client safety.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and resources for mental health challenges.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and client outcomes.
- Assisted clients in navigating social services and community support systems.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress toward goals.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions according to organizational guidelines, protecting confidentiality while ensuring thorough documentation for continuity of care purposes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans based on clients'' individual strengths, needs, and preferences.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and services, increasing their access to valuable support networks.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering a trusting environment to encourage open communication about personal challenges and goals.
Unclassified Pain Intern
5 Months- Assisted in coordinating accessibility services for students with disabilities.
- Developed and maintained documentation for student support initiatives.
- Supported event planning to promote awareness of disability resources on campus.
- Collaborated with staff to enhance communication strategies for program outreach.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Human Services And Mental Health
Skills
Mental health awareness
Peer advocacy
Resource navigation
Recovery planning
Stress reduction
Self-care techniques
Family support
Arranging transportation
Problem-solving skills
Crisis intervention
Planning skills
Collaboration techniques
Project planning
Relationship management
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Starsview Behavioral Health
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
Unclassified Pain Intern
Disabled Students Program
08.2023 - 01.2024Read More
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Bachelor's Degree from Human Services And Mental Health
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