Sandra Tarabolsi
Bayonne,NJ
Summary
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Screener
CPNJ Bergen County Screening Center
08.2024 - Current
- Successfully transitioned into a Screener's responsibilities while continuing to perform key duties from PESS.
- Conducting clinical mental health evaluation and assessment to children and adults, which adhere to N.J.S.A.30:4-27.1
- Provide treatment referrals as it pertains to NJ Screening Law
- Completing Screening Documents for civil commitment recommendations
- Streamlining documentation processes with efficient organization, resulting in improved accuracy and accessibility of patient records.
Psychiatric Emergency Support Specialist
CPNJ Bergen County Screening Center
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Providing 24 hour telephonic crisis intervention.
- Crisis intervention counseling, on and off-site, with individuals who have severe and persistent mental illness
- Providing referral and linkage to clients who are in need of mental health services.
- Conducting Bed Search for involuntary clients.
- Arranging for a consumer’s appropriate transport to a receiving facility.
Mental Health Assistant At Pediatric Hub
Atlantic Health System
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Performed administrative tasks including case opening and closing, obtaining information from pediatricians, and conducting follow-up phone calls with patients to ensure seamless connection to essential services
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist
Circle Care Services
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Worked under the supervision of a BCBA to apply treatment plans and goals.
- Applied intervention plans when needed.
- Conducted regular progress evaluations and adjusted treatment strategies accordingly, achieving consistent improvement in client outcomes.
Behavioural Assistant
CoxPHIT
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Worked with individuals dealing with challenges like anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorder, or ADHD.
- Evaluated clients’ behaviors, emotions, and thought patterns to identify challenges and triggers.
- Used tools like functional behavior assessments (FBAs) to develop a comprehensive understanding of the client’s needs.
- Followed individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) developed by licensed clinicians based on assessments and client goals.
- Set measurable, achievable objectives for behavior modification or skill development.
- Taught coping strategies, emotional regulation, and problem-solving skills.
- Tracked client progress through observation, data collection, and regular evaluations.
- Focus on areas such as social skills, communication, self-care, or coping mechanisms.
- Kept detailed records of sessions, progress, and any changes in the treatment plan.
- Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and organizational standards.
Mentor
CoxPHIT
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Use communication aids and encourage social interaction with peers and family.
- Maintained a safe, structured environment to reduce risks and support emotional regulation.
- Planed and conducted educational and recreational activities aligned with the child’s abilities and interests.
- Worked with parents, therapists, and educators to support therapy goals and maintain consistency in care.
Respite
CoxPHIT
05.2021 - 01.2023
- Supervised the child to prevent accidents or dangerous behavior.
- Was knowledgeable of potential triggers or sensory sensitivities.
- Monitored the environment to ensure it is safe and autism-friendly.
- Used the child’s preferred communication method, such as speech, sign language, picture exchange systems (PECS), or assistive devices.
- Encouraged appropriate social interactions and communication skills.
- Assisted with activities like dressing, eating, or toileting if needed.
- Encouraged independence in performing daily routines.
- Implemented strategies to address challenging behaviors in line with the family’s approach or therapy plan.
- Used positive reinforcement to encourage desired behaviors.
- Recognized and responded to sensory needs (e.g., providing sensory breaks, fidget tools, or calming activities).
- Avoided overstimulation and helping the child self-regulate.
- Organized playtime, arts and crafts, or other activities that the child enjoys.
- Followed established routines and schedules to provide predictability.
- Facilitating play or interaction with siblings or peers when appropriate.
- Modeling and teaching turn-taking, sharing, or other social behaviors.
- Supported therapy exercises or activities prescribed by a therapist, such as speech, occupational, or behavioral tasks.
- Followed the child’s established routines, rules, and behavior management plans.
- Used familiar cues and techniques to minimize disruptions.
- Noted any significant events, progress, or challenges during the respite period.
- Communicated with caregivers about the child’s activities and any observations.
Education
Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - General Biology With A Minor in Psychology
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ05.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Biology
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJ12.2018
Skills
- Reliability and consistency
- Motivational interviewing
- Ethical practice
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Behavioral analysis
- Psychological evaluation
- Case documentation
- Conflict de-escalation
- Referrals
- Crisis intervention
- Building rapport
LANGUAGES
Bilingual: English & Arabic.
Research
School of Psychology & Counseling / Fairleigh Dickinson University.
The proposal is in preparation for submission to the IRB|Principal Investigator/Researcher: Sarah Schaaf, PhD & Georgia Winters, PhD.
- Managed developing and constructing different sexual abuse case vignettes.
- Developed explicit measures to test gender bias.
- Developed a list of contact information for relevant professional organizations that could distribute our recruitment email among their members.
Timeline
Mental Health Screener
CPNJ Bergen County Screening Center
08.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Emergency Support Specialist
CPNJ Bergen County Screening Center
01.2024 - 08.2024
Mental Health Assistant At Pediatric Hub
Atlantic Health System
05.2023 - 08.2023
Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist
Circle Care Services
01.2023 - 04.2023
Behavioural Assistant
CoxPHIT
06.2022 - 01.2023
Mentor
CoxPHIT
06.2021 - 01.2023
Respite
CoxPHIT
05.2021 - 01.2023
Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Bachelor of Arts - General Biology With A Minor in Psychology
Rutgers University
Associate of Applied Science - Biology
Hudson County Community College
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