Michelle Maya
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bilingual Behavioral Health Provider
Multnomah County Health Department
Portland, OR
01.2024 - Current
- Provided mental health assessments, diagnosis, and short term brief evidenced-based psychotherapy to school aged clients at school community health clinic
- Assessed suicidality and follow up with safety planning and other interventions to reduce risk and increase stability of client
- Advised Primary Care providers and medical team members on the full-spectrum of behavioral health and appropriate/available behavioral health and other treatment options
Bilingual Mental Health Therapist
Morrison Child & Family Services
Portland, OR
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided in-home and intensive community-based mental health services to youth, ages 2-18, and their families including assessment, treatment planning, individual and family therapy
- Provided case management, crisis intervention support, safety planning, coordination of care, referrals to specialty services, and group therapy, as needed
- Completed clinical documentation in accordance with state, federal and organizational requirements
- Collaborated with partners such as Coordinated Care organizations, Schools, Department of Human Services, Wraparound Services, Primary Care Providers, Emergency Departments/Services, and other Mental Health Providers
Bilingual Case Manager Supervisor
Morrison Child & Family Services
Portland , OR
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Interviewed, hired, trained, and supervised case management staff for the program
- Consulted and provided feedback to case managers on their work and follow up on progress in a timely manner
- Provided supervision to staff, modeled standards and policies from the Office of Refugee Resettlement
- Reviewed case referrals on waitlist, accepted and assigned new cases to case managers
School Social Worker Intern
Parkrose School District, Shaver Elementary School
Portland, OR
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Supported school social worker in teaching students appropriate skills using social emotional learning, behavior modification and stress management techniques
- Joined Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and 504 Plan meetings to observe plan development and goal establishment
- Facilitated group counseling sessions for students using Social Emotional Learning curriculum
- Participated in multidisciplinary intervention teams such as Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Team and Student Threat Assessment Team
Bilingual Case Manager
Morrison Child & Family Services
Portland, OR
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, safety planning, referral and reunification with families
- Screened youth and families for potential indicators of abuse, labor or trafficking
- Completed extensive paperwork required by contract, conducted screenings and assessments, and worked with all external partners involved in youth's lives; including government agencies and consulate officials
Bilingual Mental Health Clinician Intern
Morrison Child & Family Services
Portland, OR
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided emotional, mental and behavioral support to youth through bilingual individual, family, and group therapy sessions to optimize well-being and functioning
- Conducted psychosocial assessments and created treatment plans in collaboration with youth and their families
- Provided crisis intervention when needed and made appropriate referrals and established precautionary measures
Bilingual Lead Milieu Counselor
Morrison Child & Family Services
Portland, OR
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Sustained a strong leadership role amongst the Milieu Counselors and provided direction regarding youth intervention and emotional regulation
- Planned and coordinated activities for the clients, coordinating staff coverage and duties, ordering needed supplies needed, etc
- Served as main point of contact if Milieu Supervisor is not on shift
Bilingual Milieu Counselor
Morrison Child & Family Services
Portland, OR
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Created a supportive environment for unaccompanied youth (14-17 years old) and helped youth become acquainted with US culture, language and customs
- Maintained safety and cleanliness in the milieu
- Prepared meals for youth and assisted with kitchen duties
- Filed necessary documentation of incident reports and noted movements of youth in the program
- Assisted and transported youth to medical appointments and recreational outings
Education
Master of Social Work -
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Portland State University
Portland, OR12.2019
Languages Spoken
- Spanish
Certification
Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA)
Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers, (November 2023-Present)
Timeline
Bilingual Behavioral Health Provider
Multnomah County Health Department
01.2024 - Current
Bilingual Mental Health Therapist
Morrison Child & Family Services
08.2023 - 01.2024
Bilingual Case Manager Supervisor
Morrison Child & Family Services
05.2023 - 08.2023
School Social Worker Intern
Parkrose School District, Shaver Elementary School
09.2022 - 06.2023
Bilingual Mental Health Clinician Intern
Morrison Child & Family Services
09.2021 - 06.2022
Bilingual Case Manager
Morrison Child & Family Services
04.2021 - 05.2023
Bilingual Lead Milieu Counselor
Morrison Child & Family Services
10.2020 - 04.2021
Bilingual Milieu Counselor
Morrison Child & Family Services
07.2019 - 10.2020
Master of Social Work -
Portland State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Portland State University