Rosa Gonzalez
San Jose,CA
Summary
Adept at behavioral health interventions and crisis management, I've honed my skills in client care and creative thinking at San Jose Behavioral Health and Aces Behavioral Health. Specializing in training programs and behavior modification, my innovative solutions have significantly advanced patient progress and staff training efficacy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreational Therapist
San Jose Behavioral Health
2021.08 - Current
- Prepared and submitted reports and charts to treatment team to reflect patient reactions and evidence of progress or regression.
- Observed, analyzed and recorded patient progress during treatment sessions, modifying treatment programs.
- Organized recreation and therapy programs congruent with participants' therapy goals, abilities and personal interests.
- Created individualized treatment programs in collaboration with physicians and recommended specialist referrals.
- Instructed patients in activities and techniques such as dance, music or art designed to meet specific physical or psychological needs.
- Conducted patient evaluations to identify mental, emotional, social and physical aptitudes, assess abilities and identify conditions suitable for recreational interventions.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of innovative solutions.
Crisis Prevention Intervention Instructor
San Jose Behavioral Health
2022.12 - Current
- 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.
- Educate and train hospital staff and mental health professionals to provide consistent deescalation techniques and minimize harm .
Autism Behavior Interventionist
Aces Behavioral Health
2020.02 - 2021.09
- Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
- Offered crisis counseling and intervention at home and in community to support client needs.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Southern California
05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA12.2021
Skills
- Training Programs
- Data Integrity
- Deescalation Procedures
- Creative Thinking
- Best Practices and Standards
- Group Activities
- Behavioral Interviewing
- Group Sessions
- Behavior Modification
- Documentation requirements
- Intervention Planning
- Building rapport
Certification
- Certified Crisis Prevention Intervention Instructor
- CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Volunteer
Oster Elementary School 2022-Present
- Art Vistas Lead Docent - Present art history and art activities to elementary school children once a month. Lead annual school art showcase. Lead a team of three volunteers and coordinate classes with classroom teachers.
VA Palo Alto Health Care System, 2018-2020
- Polytrauma Department Practicum student - Trained in principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature of rehabilitation services pertaining to traumatic brain injuries in adults.
Boy Scouts of America, 2018 - 2021
- Den leader - Plan indoor and outdoor recreational activities for children, ages 5 to 12.
Special Olympics Northern CA, Summer 2017
- Soccer coach - Plan and implement soccer practices and games for post high school students with developmental disabilities, ages 18-22
- Recognized for ability to handle stressful situations with participants and for winning Calero High School its first championship.
Timeline
Crisis Prevention Intervention Instructor
San Jose Behavioral Health
2022.12 - Current
Recreational Therapist
San Jose Behavioral Health
2021.08 - Current
Autism Behavior Interventionist
Aces Behavioral Health
2020.02 - 2021.09
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
San Jose State University
- Certified Crisis Prevention Intervention Instructor
- CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
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