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
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Marriage and Family Therapy Intern
Mosaic Wellness
Abilene, TX
10.2022 - 12.2023
Provided individual counseling to clients, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
Facilitated group therapy sessions for couples and families in crisis.
Conducted family assessments to identify areas of need or concern.
Assisted clients with identifying goals for therapy and developing plans to achieve them.
Developed therapeutic interventions tailored to the needs of each client.
Collaborated with other professionals to ensure continuity of care for clients.
Educated clients on mental health topics such as stress management and coping skills.
Maintained accurate records of client progress and treatments provided.
Assessed risk factors that may lead to relapse or further episodes of distress.
Advised families on issues related to parenting techniques, communication styles, and relationship dynamics.
Participated in weekly clinical supervision meetings with senior staff members at the agency.
Attended workshops and seminars related to marriage and family therapy practices.
Reviewed relevant literature regarding new developments in the field of marriage and family therapy.
Interviewed clients prior to beginning treatment in order to gain a better understanding of their history, current situation, and desired outcome from therapy.
Observed interactions between family members during joint sessions in order to assess relationships between family members.
Provided resources for additional support outside the scope of traditional therapy services.
Referred clients who required more intensive or specialized services than what could be provided by an MFT intern.
Coached individuals on how best to communicate their feelings within the context of a relationship.
Supported parents in navigating difficult conversations with children about sensitive topics.
Consulted with other agencies involved in a client's care plan when necessary.
Assisted couples in exploring potential solutions for conflict resolution through active listening exercises.
Developed strategies for managing challenging emotions that arise during marital conflicts.
Educated clients and community members about mental or physical illness, substance abuse, medication-assisted treatment and available community resources.
Formulated and implemented individualized family treatment plans designed to strengthen intact families, reunite divided families and support personal growth.
Maintained current knowledge of family therapy treatment modalities by attending training and studying relevant journals and updated treatments to optimize clients' recovery.
Assessed and interpreted non-verbal client cues, equipped families to understand behavior and reestablish lives, taught coping mechanisms and set up aftercare plans.
Identified [Timeframe] treatment goals, wrote contracts specific to individual client needs and monitored, evaluated and recorded client progress toward treatment goals.
Delivered outpatient services to clients requesting family therapy and covered mental health and substance disorders presenting dysfunctional syndromes.
Conducted individual, couples and family counseling sessions as clinically indicated to provide psychotherapeutic interventions and establish and assess treatment goals.
Adhered to strict privacy laws and procedures, keeping client data anonymous when needed.
Helped couples and individuals develop proper communication techniques.
Encouraged clients to share details, thoughts and emotions in safe, conducive environment.
Constructed progress notes, evaluations and recommendations to maintain individual case files.
Referred clients to other specialists to continue with therapy.
Used compiled client information to create action and treatment plans.
Documented behavior patterns and relationship dynamics to create accurate and effective treatment plan.
Observed clients' interactions and took notes.
Created behavioral modification programs for couples, families and individuals to provide appropriate therapeutic services to assist clients in coping with symptoms and problems.
Analyzed client response to counseling programs and recommended adjustments to determine intervention effectiveness.
Compiled information from clients through in-depth interviews.
Created clean, organized therapeutic space to help clients feel welcomed and safe.
Collaborated with social workers to support patients.
Guided clients through death and divorce to support therapeutic needs and create plan for continuing care.
Completed, submitted and verified accuracy of clinical and psychosocial assessments and therapy notes to develop and implement treatment plan.
Administers therapy to low-income families using specialized techniques, solution-focused strategies and multi-systems approach.
Administrative Assistant
Texas Tech University
Abilene, Texas
02.2019 - 09.2022
Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.
Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
Processed invoices for payment using accounting software applications.
Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
Conducted research online utilizing search engines such as Google or Yahoo!.
Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
Developed project plans for various tasks assigned by upper management.
Monitored progress on projects assigned by upper management.
Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
Provided secretarial and office management support while building cooperative working relationships.
Coordinated appointments, meetings and conferences.
Responded effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Maintained accurate department and customer records.
Managed physical and digital files, monitored spreadsheets and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
Developed administrative processes to achieve organizational objectives and improve office efficiency.
Organized both physical and digital files and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
Directed customer communication to appropriate department personnel.
Composed correspondence, reports and meeting notes.
Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls and maintained front reception desk.
Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
Responded to customer issues to provide immediate resolution and improve retention.
Set up workshops, conferences and meetings by scheduling and reserving rooms and preparing supplies.
Coordinated travel arrangements and completed expense reports for travel reimbursement.
Coordinated catering services for various functions, including sales trainings and department meetings.
Photographer
JC Penny Portrait Studio
Eatontown, NJ
10.2018 - 01.2019
Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images.
Organize and store digital photographs, negatives, and prints in an orderly fashion.
Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
Create portfolios for clients to showcase work.
Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
Conduct interviews with subjects of a photoshoot to ensure comfort level during the session.
Review proofs with clients to determine which images should be printed or published.
Advise on appropriate poses, props, and backgrounds for each shot taken.
Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
Ensure safety of people involved in photo sessions by following all applicable laws and regulations.
Photographed special events, parties and portraits.
Explained price and package details to customers.
Cropped, manipulated and performed color balance for final images.
Utilized filters, edits and after-effects to enhance photos.
Set up lights, backdrops and props for shoots and events.
Set up camera control equipment, stands and tripods for shoots.
Took pictures of individuals, families and small groups in studio or on location.
Coordinated and completed photoshoots for individuals, families and small groups.
Uploaded digital images for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
Transferred photographs to computers for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
Reviewed sets of photographs to select best work.
Used traditional or digital cameras along with tripods, filters and flash attachments.
Enhanced, retouched and resized photographs and negatives using airbrushing and other techniques.
Selected and adjusted subjects, equipment and lighting to achieve desired effects.
Created artificial light using flashes and reflectors.
Manipulated and enhanced scanned or digital images using computers and specialized software.
Selected and assembled photography equipment and required backdrops.
Facilitated general office operations by scheduling appointments, keeping books and ordering supplies.
Infant Teacher
The Learning Experience
Eatontown, NJ
10.2014 - 08.2018
Encouraged independence while providing guidance during mealtime routines such as eating independently or helping feed others.
Implemented behavior management techniques when needed to ensure safety of all children in the classroom.
Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to support infant development.
Organized and maintained a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment for infants.
Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress.
Provided individualized care and attention to each infant in the classroom.
Observed infants' development and documented milestones using appropriate assessment tools.
Encouraged self-help skills such as feeding, dressing, potty training.
Maintained records of attendance and provided weekly updates to parents regarding their child's activities.
Assisted with diaper changes and assisted children with toileting needs when necessary.
Engaged in conversations with infants to encourage language development.
Participated in team meetings to discuss curriculum plans, student progress, and classroom management strategies.
Demonstrated an understanding of different cultures when interacting with families from diverse backgrounds.
Planned age-appropriate activities that encouraged physical, cognitive, social-emotional growth in infants.
Ensured safety rules were followed at all times by supervising playtime activities both indoors and outdoors.
Incorporated music into everyday routines to promote creativity and motor development.
Helped develop gross motor skills through playtime activities such as crawling, walking, running, jumping.
Integrated literacy programs into daily lessons by reading stories aloud to the children.
Sanitized toys, equipment, supplies and surfaces regularly.
Changed diapers, used bibs and monitored behaviors to maintain good hygiene for each child.
Maintained tidy, clean and safe environments for children.
Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests for breastmilk, formula and solids.
Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
Helped infants develop communication skills through baby sign language while also promoting positive behaviors and social skills.
Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing and crafts.
Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Observed children to record development.
Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders and speech problems.
Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression.
Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Integrated technology into lesson plans.
Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Education
Master of Science - Marriage And Family Therapy
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA
12-2016
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Olympic College
Bremerton, WA
12-2012
Affiliations
Gardening
Pet rescue
Music
Mystery novels
Organization Involvement
Member of the leadership team for Re-Engage at Beltway Park North Campus.