Robyn Waishwile
Winnetka,United States
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Wellness Advocate
Mental Health America Of Los Angeles
11.2023 - Current
- Worked directly with patient treatment teams and participated in care coordination procedures.
- Targeted specific community groups with wellness and disease management information.
- Managed enrollment, transportation, and paperwork for individuals to take advantage of community resources.
- Helped vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system.
- Led outreach activities to target specific demographics and promote health initiatives.
- Collaborated with external organizations to coordinate health and social services.
- Monitored and documented participants' progress toward individualized health goals.
- Transported or accompanied clients to scheduled health appointments or referral sites.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
Call + Chat Counselor
Didi Hirsch Suicide Prevention Center
06.2022 - Current
- Conversed with individuals in crisis which called or texted the hotline for assistance
- Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem solving to connect with callers and address concerns
- Evaluated risks to clients or others by gathering information and conducting assessments
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence
- Built safety plans to lower risk of crisis and intervened in specific manners outlined by procedures
Intern
Mental Health America Of Los Angeles
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Communicated with clients to assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Reaching The Stars
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Documented patient information through analyzing data, interview notes, and test results and identified and diagnosed nature of clients' problems.
- Encouraged clients and family members to practice and use skills and strategies for confronting problems constructively.
- Maintained professional boundaries with parents and caregivers while building strong support networks to support treatment goals.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors.
- Evaluated treatment techniques after sufficient time periods to determine effectiveness for each client.
- Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene management.
Volunteer
Hillcrest Youth Center
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Interacted with troubled youth and offered resources and programs to surmount challenges.
- Organized and provided resources for unhoused youth
- Organized and provided gender-affirming clothing to non-binary, transgender, and questioning youth
- Assisted in set up and planing of charity events for San Diego's LGBTQ+ community
Behavioral Therapist
Verbal Behavior Associates
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Visited clients at home, school and other settings to leverage expertise and positively impact individuals' lives with skilled interventions.
- Collected session data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors.
Mentor
Didi Hirsch Suicide Prevention Center
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Implemented role plays for new trainees to simulate real life calls
- Provided constructive feedback to aid their growth as a new call counselor
- Built up self-esteem and confidence in new counselors
- Provided detailed evaluations to decide if mentees are a good fit
- Provided follow-up calls to mentees during their first few weeks on the lines
Behavioral Therapist
Club Xcite
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Motivated clients to reach treatment goals and supported each through difficult situations and transitions.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors.
- Evaluated treatment techniques after sufficient time periods to determine effectiveness for each client.
- Documented patient information through analyzing data, interview notes and test results and identified and diagnosed nature of clients' problems.
Behavioral Therapist
Cortica
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Gathered information about clients using observational techniques and interviews, case histories and other assessment methodologies.
- Recommended therapeutic action plans and treatments based on results from behavioral assessments.
- Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene management.
- Maintained professional boundaries with parents and caregivers while building strong support networks to support treatment goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA 02.2021 - 12.2022
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Los Angeles Pierce College
Woodland Hills, CA 08.2018 - 06.2020
Associate of Arts - General Studies: Social And Behavioral Sciences
Los Angeles Pierce College
Woodland Hills 08.2018 - 06.2020
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Los Angeles Pierce College
Woodland Hills, CA 08.2018 - 12.2020
Certification
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Timeline
Wellness Advocate
Mental Health America Of Los Angeles
11.2023 - Current
Intern
Mental Health America Of Los Angeles
09.2023 - 11.2023
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Reaching The Stars
03.2023 - 09.2023
Registered Behavioral Therapist
01-2023
Volunteer
Hillcrest Youth Center
12.2022 - 03.2023
Behavioral Therapist
Verbal Behavior Associates
11.2022 - 03.2023
Mentor
Didi Hirsch Suicide Prevention Center
11.2022 - 01.2023
Behavioral Therapist
Club Xcite
09.2022 - 11.2022
Call + Chat Counselor
Didi Hirsch Suicide Prevention Center
06.2022 - Current
Behavioral Therapist
Cortica
06.2022 - 09.2022
Board Certified Autism Technician
06-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Francisco State University
02.2021 - 12.2022
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Los Angeles Pierce College
08.2018 - 06.2020
Associate of Arts - General Studies: Social And Behavioral Sciences
Los Angeles Pierce College
08.2018 - 06.2020
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Los Angeles Pierce College
08.2018 - 12.2020
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