Tara Blair
Rochester,NY
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional with a compassionate background counseling clients through difficult times. Skilled at interviewing clients to gather crucial information and known for developing effective treatment plans. Expanding skillset in cyber security to bring necessary expertise in protecting valuable information from accidental or unauthorized damage or disclosure. Committed to securing digital assets while ensuring usability and performance requirements are met.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Counselor
Rocky Mountain Crisis Partners
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided timely assistance to individuals in crisis, utilizing active listening skills and empathy to establish rapport quickly with over 20 clients daily.
- Managed high-stress situations with a calm demeanor, providing the necessary support to both clients and team members during challenging times.
- Conversed with individuals in crisis which called or texted hotline for assistance.
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
Behavioral Health Counselor
Drug Abuse Treatment Association
06.2020 - 09.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and closely monitoring progress a case load of 18 children at a time.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans that incorporated psychotherapy, medication management, and lifestyle changes to address the multifaceted nature of mental health conditions.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using data-driven approaches, identifying areas of improvement or expansion based on analyzed results.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing empathetic counseling services that were tailored to each individual''s unique experiences and goals.
Neurological Engineering Coach
Neurologics
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Assisted in research studies focused on advancing the field of neurodiagnostics, collaborating with investigators to collect and process valuable data samples with patients in collaborating hospitals.
- Ensured high levels of patient satisfaction by maintaining strict confidentiality, delivering timely communication updates, and expressing empathy towards individual needs or concerns during appointments.
- Mentored 5 junior technicians, fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritized skill development and collaboration among colleagues.
- Provided vital data to physicians for accurate diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders.
BLT Prime Server
BLT PRIME
05.2017 - 06.2019
- Directed and correlated private dining events with management
- Administered five-star service to global clientele, including the President of the United States of America
- Informed clients on a wine selection of over 300 bottles, and premium cuisine
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Education
Certification - Cyber Security
Google Cyber Security Course
Google Online Classroom 10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Clinical Track
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL09.2024
Skills
- Active listening
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- System performance optimization
- Desktop Technical Support
- Help Desk Operations
- Cyber Security
- IT Troubleshooting
- Customer Support
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Crisis Counselor
Rocky Mountain Crisis Partners
09.2023 - 09.2024
Behavioral Health Counselor
Drug Abuse Treatment Association
06.2020 - 09.2023
Neurological Engineering Coach
Neurologics
06.2019 - 06.2020
BLT Prime Server
BLT PRIME
05.2017 - 06.2019
Certification - Cyber Security
Google Cyber Security Course
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Clinical Track
University of Central Florida
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