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Sydnee Barrins

San Diego,United States

Summary

Mental health professional well-prepared to deliver impactful counseling services, focused on fostering client well-being through evidence-based practices. Extensive experience in providing comprehensive care and support, with strong emphasis on collaboration and adaptability. Known for excellent interpersonal skills and client-centered approach.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Counselor

CRF Behavioral Healthcare
01.2024 - Current
  • Maintain detailed records of client progress in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Provide case management services including linking clients to necessary social services or community supports.
  • Provide individual and group counseling to clients struggling with mental health and substance use issues.
  • Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies, deescalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, implementing targeted interventions to mitigate self-harm behaviors and enhance client safety.

Care Coordinator

Gallagher Benefits Services
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Reported health changes and provide proper documentation to appropriate staff.
  • Coordinated medical appointments, errands, and social events through client portal eClinicalWorks.
  • Engaged clients through conversation and companionship, promoting independence and meeting social requirements.
  • Upheld a safe environment for both staff and residents by adhering to established safety protocols.
  • Read and contributed to shift reports and care notes.

Waitress

Olive Garden
08.2019 - 01.2022
  • Took orders using standard methods and relayed them to the kitchen staff for faster table turnover, ensuring food freshness.
  • Welcomed and escorted guests to tables, while promoting daily specials to boost sales of popular food items.
  • Delivered accurate checks and processed bill payments in POS system.

Behavioral Advisor

Franciscan Alliance
07.2020 - 05.2021
  • Documented daily occurrences, activities, and incidents in EPIC.
  • Ensured resident's stability, safety, health promotion and maintenance, as well as development of daily living skills.
  • Conducted group communication pertaining to grief, anger, work, study, communication, addiction, relationships and self-esteem management.
  • Resolved conflicts by enforcing policies, ensuring a safe environment and supporting residents with various needs.
  • Supported adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders by creating tailored coping strategies.

Intake Assistant

The Immigration Project
08.2019 - 06.2020
  • Scheduled appointments using Legal Server and follow up calls.
  • Lead outreach efforts to expand organization by attending workshops and fundraisers.
  • Interacted directly with new and existing clients to convey application details, payment methods, legal rights and any essential paperwork for service initiation.
  • Conducted interviews with participants to assess eligibility.

Education

Master of Science - Counseling Psychology

California Baptist University
Riverside, CA
05.2026

Bachelor of Arts - undefined

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
12.2019

Minor - Spanish

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
12.2019

Skills

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Conversational Spanish
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Building Rapport
  • Data Entry
  • Electronic Recordkeeping

Certification

  • Level 1 Certified for Peer Mentoring
  • Professional Certification in Human Resources Management
  • Mandated Reporter for Department of Children and Family Services
  • Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training (TCI)
  • CPR/AED Certified

Languages

Spanish

Timeline

Mental Health Counselor

CRF Behavioral Healthcare
01.2024 - Current

Care Coordinator

Gallagher Benefits Services
01.2023 - 01.2024

Behavioral Advisor

Franciscan Alliance
07.2020 - 05.2021

Waitress

Olive Garden
08.2019 - 01.2022

Intake Assistant

The Immigration Project
08.2019 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - undefined

Illinois State University

Minor - Spanish

Illinois State University

Master of Science - Counseling Psychology

California Baptist University

Courses

  • Dean's List 2016-2019
  • Illinois State University 2016 - 2019