Odilia Jimenez
Summary
Assistant Project Manager with progressive project management experience. Licensed as a professional counselor in the state of Texas with thirteen years of experience in the social service field. Culturally competent with the ability to establish a professional relationship with clients and employees from diverse backgrounds in different settings. Abides by the highest ethical standards and develops policies and procedures that respect the vulnerability and integrity of clients and employees. Engages in emotional intelligence and committed to building a positive workspace for all by fostering a harmonious and safe environment through empowerment and mentorship. Continuously engaging in professional development by attending seminars, workshops, and conferences in mental health, leadership, and management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Project Manager
Deployed Services
10.2022 - Current
- Responsible for the daily oversight of the Behavioral Health Department on all projects
- Assist in revising job descriptions and interview questions
- Conducted interviews for management positions in the Behavioral Health Department
- Completed audits on all behavioral health services to verify that services were meeting the project’s goals, objectives, contract, and licensing regulations of the project
- Work closely with the Senior Project Manager and Assistant Project Managers on all project life cycles
- Collaborate with the Project Management Team on the creation or improvement of policies, standard operating procedures, and work instructions
- Developed documents, tools, and resources, for the clinical, reporting, child welfare, and prevention of sexual abuse teams
- Developed auditing and monitoring tools to identify trends and performance issues within the project
- Review business processes and procedures to identify efficiencies and implement better business practices
- Manage and prioritize project management and onsite tasks accordingly
- Developed and provided training to the Behavioral Health Department and center staff on policies, regulations, ethics, and mental health
- Mentor and collaborate with center staff on the service delivery of the department
- Collaborate with site directors on the creation of policies, standard operating procedures, and work instructions for services
- Assist in writing portions of proposals for potential projects
- Work with internal and external clients on the implementation of policies and practices
- Actively participated in exhibiting cultural awareness and sensitivity and maintain a professional image consistent with the image of the company with all clients, vendors, stakeholders, and staff members
- Engage in professional development to implement the best management practices and therapeutic standards.
Assistant Director
Deployed Services
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Coordinated and supervised all services under the Behavioral Health Department provided by the clinical, reporting, child welfare, and prevention of sexual abuse teams
- Assisted with the creation of job descriptions, interview questions, recruitment, and interviews of potential candidates for all positions in the Behavioral Health Department
- Completed audits on all behavioral health services to verify that services were meeting the project’s goals, objectives, and contract and licensing regulations for Influx Care Facilities (ICF)
- Developed and provided training to the Behavioral Health Department and center staff on policies, regulations, ethics, and mental health
- Mentored and collaborated with center staff in the delivery of department services
- Worked with community partners and other service providers on the provision of externalized services
- Collaborated with site directors on the creation of policies, standard operating procedures, and work instructions for services
- Assisted in writing parts of proposals for potential projects
- Worked with internal and external clients on the implementation of policies and practices
- Maintained a professional image consistent with the image of the company with all clients, vendors, stakeholders, and staff members
- Actively participated in exhibiting cultural awareness and sensitivity when interacting with children, families, sponsors, staff, and the community
- Engaged in professional development to implement the best management practices and therapeutic standards.
Clinician
Upbring Loma Alta Shelter
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Provided mental health screenings, counseling, and intervention services to unaccompanied children under the care of the shelter
- Services included the development and implementation of counseling plans, mental health referrals, and reunification planning for pregnant adolescent females, adolescent mothers, and tender age children.
Clinician/Lead Clinician
Quality Response Medical Staffing, LCC
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided orientation, mental health screenings and intervention services to unaccompanied children under the care of the facility as part of the intake team
- Coordinated clinical intake services by complying with all contract and licensing regulations for Influx Care Facilities (ICF), monitored service delivery, trained and mentored intake staff, and collaboratively worked with the auditing and case management team to achieve the safe and timely release of unaccompanied children to designated sponsors.
Lead Clinician
Loyal Source
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Coordinated clinical services by complying with all contract and licensing regulations for Emergency Intake Sites (EIS), monitored service delivery, trained and mentored staff, and collaboratively worked with other departments to ensure the safe and timely release of unaccompanied children to designated sponsors.
Clinician
Southwest Key Casa Padre
02.2018 - 04.2021
- Provided mental health screenings, counseling, and intervention services to unaccompanied children under the care of the shelter
- Services included the development and implementation of counseling plans, mental health referrals, and reunification planning for males between the ages of 10 to 17.
Case Manager
Texas Health and Human Services
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Evaluated and authorized long-term services and community supports for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities.
Case Manager
BCFS Harlingen
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Assessed for risk and exploitation and collected documentation to verify family relationships for the safely and promptly release of unaccompanied children to designated sponsors.
Case Manager
Tropical Texas Behavioral Health
01.2011 - 08.2015
- Authorized, monitored, and coordinated service delivery to youth and families through social service work by assessing the medical, social, and educational needs of youth and families
- Organized client care activities, provided skills/psychosocial rehabilitation, and crisis prevention and intervention.
Education
Master of Education in Counseling and Guidance -
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
12.2017
Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
The University of Texas At Brownsville
12.2010
Skills
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
- Operations Support
- Workflow Planning
- Staff Training
- Team Oriented
- Analytical Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Mental health Counseling
- Crisis Counseling
Certification
National Certified Counselor
Certification # 1138045
Expiration Date: 11/30/2025
Associate Project Manager
To be completed in October 2024
License
Licensed Professional Counselor
License #80723
Expiration Date: 11/30/25
Association
- American Counseling Association (ACA), 02/01/15, Present
- Texas Counseling Association (TCA), 08/01/19, Present
References
References and supporting documentation will be provided upon request.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Project Manager
Deployed Services
10.2022 - Current
Assistant Director
Deployed Services
04.2022 - 10.2022
Clinician
Upbring Loma Alta Shelter
01.2022 - 04.2022
Clinician/Lead Clinician
Quality Response Medical Staffing, LCC
08.2021 - 12.2021
Lead Clinician
Loyal Source
04.2021 - 07.2021
Clinician
Southwest Key Casa Padre
02.2018 - 04.2021
Case Manager
Texas Health and Human Services
09.2017 - 02.2018
Case Manager
BCFS Harlingen
08.2015 - 05.2017
Case Manager
Tropical Texas Behavioral Health
01.2011 - 08.2015
Master of Education in Counseling and Guidance -
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
The University of Texas At Brownsville
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