Meriel Goklish
Whiteriver,AZ
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional skilled in facilitating group therapy sessions on topics such as relapse prevention and anger management. Recognized for maintaining accurate client records and encouraging goal-setting among adolescents, enhancing their well-being and fostering collaboration among healthcare teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Student Intern
Apache Behavioral Health Services
Whiteriver, Arizona
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on relapse prevention, anger management, and stress reduction techniques to enhance client resilience.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions addressing relapse prevention and anger management, promoting client coping strategies.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions covering anger management and self-esteem building, fostering personal growth among participants.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for individuals with behavioral issues and mental illness.
- Encouraged clients to set goals for themselves and provided feedback on progress made towards those goals.
- Maintained accurate records of each client's progress throughout the program period.
Intake Coordinater
Apache Behavioral Health Services
Whiteriver, Arizona
08.2020 - Current
- Coordinated patient intake processes for timely and efficient service delivery.
- Provided support to patients by explaining intake procedures and addressing inquiries.
- Managed daily operations of the clinic's front desk reception area including answering phones calls and greeting visitors.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations and other relevant laws related to patient privacy.
- Performed data entry into EMR system according to established protocols while ensuring accuracy of all entered information.
Adolescent Case Manager
Apache Behavioral Health Services
Whiteriver, Arizona
08.2012 - 01.2020
- Coordinated individual treatment plans for adolescents with mental health challenges.
- Collaborated with families and schools to ensure comprehensive care and support.
- Documented case notes and maintained accurate records in client management systems.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and life skills for better outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention services to youth in high-stress situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2026
Associate of Science - Social Work
Tohono O'odham Community College
Sells, AZ05-2024
Skills
- Appointment scheduling
- Clinical records
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient privacy
- Follow-up
- Progress documentation
- Goal setting
- Behavioral assessment
- Team leadership
- Confidentiality
- Cultural awareness
- Relationship building
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Administrative support
- Administrative support
Accomplishments
- ASU DEANS LIST All 4 semesters
Timeline
Undergraduate Student Intern
Apache Behavioral Health Services
08.2025 - 05.2026
Intake Coordinater
Apache Behavioral Health Services
08.2020 - Current
Adolescent Case Manager
Apache Behavioral Health Services
08.2012 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Arizona State University
Associate of Science - Social Work
Tohono O'odham Community College