TARSA BARNES
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Empathetic and conscientious Associate Clinical Counselor committed to providing effective care and mental health services. Offering a patient-focused practice style that emphasizes active participation in the development of treatment plans. Successful in establishing rapport with patients while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Case Manager
Volunteers of America Los Angeles
Los Angeles , CA
2020.04 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments of clients to determine their needs and eligibility for services.
- Provided individualized case management, counseling, and referrals to appropriate community resources.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop treatment plans for clients.
- Monitored client progress towards meeting goals and objectives in treatment plan.
- Created discharge plans that focused on the continued success of the client after leaving the program.
- Assisted clients in identifying available community resources such as housing options, transportation assistance, employment opportunities.
Mental Health Therapist
Weber Community Center
Los Angeles , CA
2019.05 - 2020.04
- Provided individual and group therapy for clients with a range of mental health issues.
- Conducted assessments to diagnose mental illness, develop treatment plans and monitor progress.
- Counsel clients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills, setting goals and improving communication.
- Guide clients in the development of skills or strategies for dealing with their problems
- Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge
- Complete DMH paperwork, including assessments and intake forms, client diagnostic records, and progress notes.
- Monitored patient safety during appointments by assessing any potential risks associated with the environment or activities being pursued by the client.
- Assessed patients for risk of suicide attempts or harmful behavior toward others.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals and other staff members to perform clinical assessments or develop treatment plans.
Social Worker
Dream Home Care inc.
Long Beach , CA
2018.06 - 2019.07
- Provide direct service and support to individuals or clients, such as handling a referral for child advocacy issues, conducting a needs evaluation, or resolving complaints
- Monitor and record clients' progress to ensure that goals and objectives are met
- Prepare and maintain records and case files, including documentation such as clients' personal and eligibility information, services provided, narratives of client contacts, and relevant correspondence
- Counsel clients in individual or group sessions to assist them in dealing with substance abuse, mental or physical illness, poverty, unemployment, or physical abuse
- Collaborate with counselors, physicians, or nurses to plan or coordinate treatment, drawing on social work experience and patient needs
- Supervise or direct other workers who provide services to clients or patients.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress.
Mental Health Counselor Intern
Douglas Young Wellness and Recovery Center
San Diego , CA
2017.06 - 2018.05
- Counsel individuals, groups, or families to help them understand problems, define goals, and develop realistic action plans
- Develop therapeutic and treatment plans based on clients' interests, abilities, and needs
- Consult with other professionals to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources, or techniques, and to share occupational information
- Co-facilitated therapy groups: Symptom Management for Anxiety Disorders, Seeking Safety, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Completed all requisite paperwork including SOAP notes for each session and finally organizing and facilitating discharge of clients post treatment.
Behavior Specialist (TFFC) Treatment Family Foster Care
Forestdale Inc.
Queens , NY
2012.05 - 2015.08
- Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information
- Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and family treatment meeting
- Interview clients, review records, and confer with other professionals to evaluate individuals' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in TFFC program
- Intervene as an advocate for clients and/or family member to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations
- Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies
- Counsel foster family and birth family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients.
- Implemented de-escalation protocols when necessary to help keep clients safe while managing their challenging behaviors.
Wellness Coach
Service for the Underserved
Brooklyn , NY
2011.06 - 2012.03
- Assisted with and developed clients' Individual Employment Plans leading towards gained and retained employment
- Assessed and addressed client concerns using Motivational Interviewing techniques
- Provided housing assistance; and referrals for mental health care and other unmet social service needs
- Maintained records of progress, recording outcomes
- Cultivated and nurtured positive, productive relationships with clients, families, health team members, and community providers to promote effective coordination of resources.
Residential Counselor
Maryvale Inc.
Rosemead , CA
2006.10 - 2011.01
- Teach female residents on issues such as drug use, career opportunities, importance of education and other life issues
- Counseled residents about household maintenance, banking and financial budgeting
- Planned and conducted recreational and social activities for small and large groups
- Trained and modeled residents in hygiene, self-care, nutrition, meal preparation, and dietary needs.
Education
M.A. Mental Health Counseling -
UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO
05.2018
B.A. Sociology/Psychology -
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY OF DOMINGUEZ HILLS
05.2008
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Mental health counseling
- Court Mandated Reporter
- Crisis Intervention
- Cultural Competency
Personal Information
Title: Mental Health Counselor
Timeline
Clinical Case Manager
Volunteers of America Los Angeles
2020.04 - Current
Mental Health Therapist
Weber Community Center
2019.05 - 2020.04
Social Worker
Dream Home Care inc.
2018.06 - 2019.07
Mental Health Counselor Intern
Douglas Young Wellness and Recovery Center
2017.06 - 2018.05
Behavior Specialist (TFFC) Treatment Family Foster Care
Forestdale Inc.
2012.05 - 2015.08
Wellness Coach
Service for the Underserved
2011.06 - 2012.03
Residential Counselor
Maryvale Inc.
2006.10 - 2011.01
M.A. Mental Health Counseling -
UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO
B.A. Sociology/Psychology -
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY OF DOMINGUEZ HILLS
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