Tyra Mines
Summary
Professional with strong skills in youth behavior management and therapeutic interventions. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams, adapt to changing needs, and deliver impactful results. Expertise in conflict resolution, counseling, and fostering positive environments for youth development. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Behavioral Specialist
Bay Area Youth Services
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the development of comprehensive behavioral assessments to identify specific needs and support for each youth.
- Documented progress effectively, ensuring accurate information was available for case reviews and further planning efforts.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and trends in the field of youth behavioral intervention.
- Helped clients develop problem-solving abilities through role-playing exercises designed to simulate real-world situations they may face outside the program''s setting.
Intake Clinician
Landmark Recovery
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted initial assessments and screenings of clients to determine their eligibility for services.
- Provided psychosocial assessment, evaluation and diagnosis for individuals seeking mental health services.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers, such as psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers, to coordinate care for clients.
- Monitored medication compliance among clients taking psychiatric medications.
Clinical Therapist
Hermitage Hall
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Provided evidence-based treatment to individuals, couples and families.
- Developed individualized treatment plans that addressed the specific needs of clients.
- Conducted initial assessments and created an effective therapeutic relationship with clients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on topics such as anger management, grief counseling and substance abuse.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping mechanisms for dealing with stressors in their lives.
- Collaborated with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
Family Support Specialist
Youth Villages
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided case management services to families in need of assistance.
- Developed and implemented individualized service plans for clients.
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics and needs.
- Assisted with the development of parenting skills and strategies for families.
- Created written reports summarizing assessments, interventions, and recommendations.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary.
- Educated parents on child development milestones and positive discipline techniques.
- Ensured all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to agency policies.
Internship Student
Legal Aid Society of Birmingham
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Researched industry trends and best practices related to specific projects.
- Prepared presentations and reports for senior management team members.
- Supported various program activities, assisting with administrative tasks.
- Sat in on meetings, took detailed notes and brainstormed with team members on ways to solve problems.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials and depositions by gathering relevant information from clients or witnesses.
- Attended court proceedings as needed in order to provide support to attorneys during trial preparation or actual trial proceedings.
Internship Student
Tuscaloosa Juvenile Court
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Monitoring juvenile offenders to ensure court-ordered conditions are met.
- Conducting investigations into the backgrounds of juveniles and their families.
- Providing guidance, support, and resources to at-risk youth.
- Organizing counseling sessions with juveniles and their families.
- Maintaining detailed records of all interactions with juvenile offenders.
- Collaborating with community partners to provide services to juvenile offenders.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL12.2019
Master of Social Work - undefined
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL04.2021
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Client Interviewing
- Crisis Intervention
- Analytical Thinking
- Emotional regulation
- Positive reinforcement
- Strength-based approach
- Mental health support
- Multicultural competence
- Behavior modification
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
Certification
Licensed Master Social Worker in Kentucky, able to Transfer License.
Timeline
Youth Behavioral Specialist
Bay Area Youth Services
02.2024 - Current
Intake Clinician
Landmark Recovery
09.2022 - 06.2023
Clinical Therapist
Hermitage Hall
04.2022 - 09.2022
Family Support Specialist
Youth Villages
06.2021 - 04.2022
Internship Student
Legal Aid Society of Birmingham
08.2020 - 05.2021
Internship Student
Tuscaloosa Juvenile Court
05.2019 - 12.2019
Master of Social Work - undefined
The University of Alabama
Bachelor of Social Work -
The University of Alabama
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