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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Military Service
Certification
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Ramona Moncibais

Pueblo,CO

Summary

Dynamic LCSW Therapist with extensive experience at For The Love Of Me, adept at developing tailored treatment plans and facilitating group therapy. Proven ability to foster trust and emotional growth in diverse clients through evidence-based techniques and empathetic communication, driving significant improvements in mental health outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LCSW Therapist

For The Love Of Me
Pueblo, Colorado
01.2024 - Current
  • Conduct individual therapy sessions with clients of various ages to address a variety of mental health concerns
  • Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to each client’s specific needs and circumstances
  • Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients manage and overcome challenges
  • Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards
  • Provide compassionate, quality, and culturally competent services to a diverse client population
  • Drive significant client emotional growth through innovative therapy techniques and dedicated follow-ups
  • Create a nurturing environment for diverse clients, fostering trust and facilitating meaningful change
  • Created curriculum and currently facilitating a weekly veteran’s PTSD skills based support group for veterans in the community

MSW Therapist

A New Leaf Therapy
01.2020 - 12.2023
  • Met with clients in an empathetic and non-judgmental way to provide assistance with resources to improve their quality of life
  • Identified proper levels of treatment and intervention specific to the needs of each client
  • Respond to issues involving complex problems and/or concerns providing recommended solutions and alternative approaches
  • Responded to routine issues and/or problems providing resolution as specified in standard operating procedures
  • Worked with clients of various ages to develop treatment plans and recommended course of action paying particular concern to impact in areas such as transition planning, specific intervention requirements, and the establishment of precedents
  • Rigorously applied evidence-based therapies, enhancing client outcomes through meticulous care

Army Substance Abuse Program Specialist

Department of the Army
Pueblo, Colorado
01.2018 - 10.2021
  • Conducted random and pre-employment urinalysis drug testing for Army civilian employees and maintained files of test results in accordance with Department of the Army regulations
  • Shipped specimens to Forensic Drug Testing Laboratories (FDTL) for confirmation, following strict chain of custody procedures and other regulatory requirements
  • Adhered to strict quality control measures and Department of Defense and Department of the Army directives
  • Stayed informed of local and national alcohol and drug abuse trends; identify existing resources for alcohol and drug abuse and suicide prevention in the civilian community that would offer similar support to installation community members and staff
  • Evaluated all documentation related to biochemical/alcohol testing to confirm proper procedures
  • Ensured consistency of policy and practice applications

Mental Health Clinician

Colorado Mental Health Institute Pueblo
Pueblo, Colorado
05.2017 - 12.2017
  • Provided technical therapeutic interventions to patients as needed
  • Worked as a multi-disciplinary team member who assisted with transition of patients to less restrictive/community settings
  • Planned, organized, and implemented comprehensive recreation and creative arts therapy and leisure experience opportunities for patients
  • Observed, analyzed, and recorded patients' participation, reactions, and progress during treatment sessions, modifying treatment programs as needed
  • Administered safety and security measures resulting in a therapeutic milieu, including patient wellness checks every 15 minutes and unit inspections as directed in accordance with policy requirements
  • Employed de-escalation techniques, counseling skills, and physically intervened as necessary
  • Collaborated with the treatment team to provide the least restrictive measures to safely manage patients

Education

Master's Degree - Social Work

Colorado State University Pueblo
Pueblo
08.2021

Bachelor’s Degree - Psychology, Sociology

Colorado State University Pueblo
Pueblo
05.2017

Skills

  • Ability to work with a diverse population
  • Ability to complete documentation in a timely manner
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Time management skills
  • Develop and implement treatment plans
  • Provide compassionate services
  • Culturally competent services
  • Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques
  • Cultural competence
  • Evidence-based therapy
  • Group facilitation
  • Empathetic communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team collaboration
  • Building rapport
  • Intervention planning

References

  • Halie Alexander, UC Health, (719) 459-6262
  • Patricia Moreno, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, (719) 963-9791
  • Anna Rodriguez, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, (719) 504-8957

Military Service

 HONORABLE DISCHARGE, United States Marine Corps, 1999-2004

Certification

  • Brain Synchronization Therapy certified
  • NADA acudetox protocol certified
  • Psychodrama practitioner certified
  • EMDR Basically trained clinician

Timeline

LCSW Therapist

For The Love Of Me
01.2024 - Current

MSW Therapist

A New Leaf Therapy
01.2020 - 12.2023

Army Substance Abuse Program Specialist

Department of the Army
01.2018 - 10.2021

Mental Health Clinician

Colorado Mental Health Institute Pueblo
05.2017 - 12.2017

Master's Degree - Social Work

Colorado State University Pueblo

Bachelor’s Degree - Psychology, Sociology

Colorado State University Pueblo

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