Rachel Glinski
Coraopolis,PA
Summary
Person-focused therapist who is dedicated to helping clients manage mental health and improve quality of life. Clear communicator and supportive of individual and family needs. Strong commitment to advocacy and skill-building. Skilled in selecting and utilizing appropriate treatment modalities and interventions to meet needs of individuals. Passionate about helping others become the best version of themselves.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Specialist Consultant/Mobile Therapist
Wesley Spectrum Services
03.2009 - 09.2011
- Developed behavior support plans for each client; conducted functional behavior assessments and designed behavior support plans based upon the assessments given.
- Carried out the planning, development, and intervention strategies that were used in everyday practices with my clients.
- Communicated, as needed, with all team members (clients, family members, school personnel, other support team members, etc) to ensure quality services and collaboration.
- Provided individual and family therapy to my clients on a weekly basis
- Frequently observed clients in a multitude of settings to determine the best therapeutic techniques to help them integrate into their environment
- Provided supervision and resources to my therapeutic staff support (TSS) as they worked with the client
- Documented individual’s progress and frequently reviewed the clients need for continued service with insurance representatives to ensure continued care.
Child Therapist
The Bradley Center
04.2008 - 03.2009
- Provided individual, family, and/or group therapy for my clients.
- Conducted initial intake assessment of clients and developed a personalized treatment plan with goals for my clients to work toward.
- Completed clinical documentation and provided clinical information to insurance providers to ensure authorization for services.
- Discussed need for step-down services with the clinical team to determine if clients were ready to be discharged from our residential treatment facility. Referred patients to other levels of care, community based self-help programs for recovery or other community services as needed.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
Chatham University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown
Johnstown, PA05.2005
Skills
- Group Dynamics
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Therapeutic Services
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
- Classroom Observation
- Treatment Plans
- Behavior Intervention
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Family Therapy
- Parent Communication
- Student Needs Assessments
- Classroom Support
Timeline
Behavioral Specialist Consultant/Mobile Therapist
Wesley Spectrum Services
03.2009 - 09.2011
Child Therapist
The Bradley Center
04.2008 - 03.2009
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
Chatham University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown
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