MARLENY DE PINA, LCSW
Bridgewater,MA
Summary
Qualified mental health professional experienced in assessing, diagnosing and treating patients' with care, compassion and skill. Focused on helping patients improve their mental health. Works great with other disciplines to meet patients' unique needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinician
Brockton Neighborhood Health Center
09.2022 - Current
- Respond to patient referrals by assessing and evaluating all relevant information in the formulation of a bio-psychosocial assessment and treatment plan. The plan shall be communicated both orally and in written form with the patient. The document is maintained in the patient’s medical record.
- Provide evidence based interventions to all patients and their families, taking into account their unique cultural backgrounds. Psychosocial education around such issues as development through the life cycle, social/emotional impact of chronic illness and trauma will be provided to patients and their families as appropriate.
- Encourage patients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, and help them to develop insight into themselves and their relationships.
- Guide patients in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with their problems.
- Prepare and maintain all required treatment records and reports.
- Counsel patients individually and in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes.
- Act as patient advocate to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge.
- Refer patients or family members to community resources or to specialists as necessary.
Behavioral Health Intern Clinician
Brockton Neighborhood Health Center
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Respond to patient referrals by assessing and evaluating all relevant information in the formulation of a bio-psychosocial assessment and treatment plan. The plan shall be communicated both orally and in written form with the patient. The document is maintained in the patient’s medical record.
- Provide evidence based interventions to all patients and their families, taking into account their unique cultural backgrounds. Psychosocial education around such issues as development through the life cycle, social/emotional impact of chronic illness and trauma will be provided to patients and their families as appropriate.
- Encourage patients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, and help them to develop insight into themselves and their relationships.
- Guide patients in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with their problems.
- Prepare and maintain all required treatment records and reports.
- Counsel patients individually and in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes.
- Act as patient advocate to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge.
- Refer patients or family members to community resources or to specialists as necessary.
Prevention Advocate and Coach
Addiction
01.2021 - Current
- Worked with clients and teammates in individual, couples, and group settings to address and improve mental health and various addictions to sin or substance
- Created, develop and/or deliver materials and presentations or participate in outreach events to help prevent or reduce unproductive behaviors
- Used a faith-based approach to address physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual issues for youth and all ages.
Embedded Peer Mental Health Ambassador (Social Worker Intern)
Andrews University - Counseling
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Advocated for students as appropriate in helping them access services
- Facilitated support groups for assigned student population on relevant themes and in collaboration with CTC group coordinator and residence life professionals
- Provided social work support to students through a trauma informed lens, promoting hope and optimism
- Connected students with on-campus and off-campus resources and assist them through the process
- Prepared and delivered presentations on mental health and wellness topics.
Food Champion
CON-SERVE, INC
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Was responsible for using the correct tools to prepare, build and present perfect food, serving food that meets the restaurant’s quality standards, maintain a clean, neat, and well-stocked area.
Intern Teacher
Amor de Deus High School
01.2015 - 01.2015
- Taught Portuguese class for Elementary and High School Students
- Authored lesson plans, selected textbook readings, assigned and graded homework, administered and graded tests
- Met weekly with the supervising instructor for performance feedback
- Volunteering And Causes
Vounteer Social Worker
Andrews University, International Development
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Participated in community projects in different villages in Madagascar for four weeks (May 13 to June 11, 2019) to have international social work experience
- Visited and assisted an orphanage, a juvenile prison, a women's shelter, and a school
- Participated in Youth Conference to help young people transform ideas into job opportunities.
Volunteer Social Worker
Neighbor To Neighbor
01.2017 - 01.2017
- Covered the receptionist area, including greeting visitors and responding to telephone and in- person requests for information
- Collected clients information and input them into the computer system
- Handled services in the food pantry and the furniture section.
Volunteer Teacher
Andrews University
01.2017 - 01.2017
- Got involved in H.E.L.P
- The Human Empowerment Life Project
- Helped STEAM Academy students at MLK School in Benton Harbor every two weeks
- Worked in teams of three to implement the lessons and activities designed by the program coordinator
Education
Master of Social Work - Trauma-Informed
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI05.2021
English-as-a-Second-Language Education -
Massasoit Community College
Brockton, MA05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Language, Literature and Culture
University of Cape Verde
Palmajero, Cape Verde05.2015
Skills
- Computer Skills: Windows and OS X Systems, Microsoft Office Professional (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Internet
- Computer Software and Programs
Professional Licenses
LCSW - Licensed Certified Social Worker
Additional Information
- Contibuted to a book entitled “O Olhar e o Entreolhar” published by the University of Cape Verde in 2013.
- Reger Smith Award, Andrews University School of Social Work . Berrien Springs, MI, 2021. For excellence in academic, service, leadership and professionalism.
- Academic Excellence Award, Andrews University School of Social Work. Berrien Springs, MI, 2021. Peer recognition award for excellence in academics.
- The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. Berrien Springs, MI, 2020. Member since April 2020.
- Phi Alpha Honor Society. Berrien Springs, MI, 2019. Member since April 2019.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Cape Verdean Creole
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinician
Brockton Neighborhood Health Center
09.2022 - Current
Behavioral Health Intern Clinician
Brockton Neighborhood Health Center
01.2022 - 07.2022
Prevention Advocate and Coach
Addiction
01.2021 - Current
Embedded Peer Mental Health Ambassador (Social Worker Intern)
Andrews University - Counseling
01.2020 - 01.2021
Vounteer Social Worker
Andrews University, International Development
01.2019 - 01.2019
Food Champion
CON-SERVE, INC
01.2018 - 01.2020
Volunteer Social Worker
Neighbor To Neighbor
01.2017 - 01.2017
Volunteer Teacher
Andrews University
01.2017 - 01.2017
Intern Teacher
Amor de Deus High School
01.2015 - 01.2015
Master of Social Work - Trauma-Informed
Andrews University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Andrews University
English-as-a-Second-Language Education -
Massasoit Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Language, Literature and Culture
University of Cape Verde
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