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Victor D. Cruz

Victor D. Cruz

Layton,UT

Summary

Experienced BIPOC social worker dedicated to delivering exceptional, inclusive care and implementing appropriate interventions for marginalized populations. Skilled in utilizing diverse resources to identify and assist individuals from various backgrounds. Strong at establishing rapport, fostering trust, and creating a safe space for growth and healing.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Mental Health Therapist

Copper Hills Youth Center
12.2024 - Current
  • Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
  • Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
  • Utilized meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
  • Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (CBT).
  • Supervised busy caseload, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritizing client needs.
  • Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.

PRN Care Manager

Intermountain Healthcare
08.2024 - 07.2025
  • Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
  • Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services for patients.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Arranged transportation and documented details of discharge transition plans.

Clinical Mental Health Therapist

Huntsman Mental Health Institute
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
  • Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
  • Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.
  • Promoted positive coping strategies among clients by teaching stress management techniques and self-care practices.
  • Reduced client symptoms of anxiety and depression with cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, mindfulness exercises, and psychodynamic approaches.

Therapist-Intern

AAU-Refugee & Immigrant Center
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
  • Participated in weekly case reviews and clinical supervision meetings.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing strategies during individual therapy sessions.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate client functioning in various areas, such as mental health, substance abuse, and family dynamics.
  • Developed treatment plans based on individual needs, strengths, and weaknesses of clients.

Basic Needs Advisor/Case Manager

Davis Technical College
10.2022 - 08.2024
  • Coordinated work of a project dedicated to raising awareness of the need, applying strong project and team leadership to enhance success.
  • Helped individuals and families build and execute wealth management strategies based on unique goals and objectives.
  • Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
  • Conducted outreach to local referral sources to build strong partnerships for supportive services.
  • Explained medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions.
  • Offered employment counseling and provided referrals to community outreach programs to help clients gain independence.
  • In charge of supervising Weber State University social work students.
  • Planned and scheduled field activities according to set timelines and order of operations.
  • Evaluated performance and progress to make proactive adjustments
  • Investigated issues and developed effective solutions.

Teacher's Assistant

Arizona State University, School of Social Work
01.2023 - 07.2024
  • Monitored student progress, providing feedback and support as needed.
  • Created visual aids such as bulletin boards or displays to enhance the learning environment.
  • Observed student performance in order to assess progress towards academic goals.
  • Evaluated and documented student performance through grading exams, assignments, and essays.

Recruiting and Admissions Advisor/Community Outreach Coordinator

Davis Technical College
08.2022 - 10.2022
  • Networked with local organizations, leaders and consumers, resulting in establishment of new and lasting partnerships and relationships.
  • Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
  • Connected individuals with available and relevant resources.
  • Wrote content for newsletters, social media pages and informational packets.

Behavioral Youth Counselor/ Staffing Coordinator

Benchmark Behavioral Health
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Taught children necessary life skills and provided for physical daily care.
  • Conducted daily documentation such as contact notes, milieu notes and precautionary notes.
  • Improved children's behavior through coping skills and other therapeutic interventions.
  • Facilitated and conducted group and individual therapy sessions to address PTSD, anger management, substance abuse and grief.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary staff meetings to implement research-based changes and assess treatment plans.

Social Worker Assistant

Hillside Rehab Center
09.2016 - 05.2018
  • Interviewed clients, families or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
  • Explained medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions.
  • Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
  • Encouraged socialization and engagement through therapy, music therapy and social activities.

Education

Doctorate - Behavioral Health (Student)

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05-2027

Master of Social Work (MSW) -

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
01-2024

Bachelor of Science - Marriage & Family Studies

Brigham Young University
Rexburg, ID
01-2020

Skills

  • Bilingual
  • Cultural Competency
  • Group counseling
  • Client goal planning
  • Psychosocial assessment
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organizational skills
  • Public speaking

Certification

  • Certified Social Worker (CSW)
  • IRB–Social and Behavioral Research
  • Child & Family Advocacy Certificate Marriage
  • Family & Human Relations Certificate
  • CPR & First Aid Certified

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

  • Former Elite Triathlete
  • Varsity Swimmer in Cambridge, MA
  • Granted a Congressional Recognition from the state of New York for being selected for the 2023 National Dominican Day Parade Scholarship.

Timeline

Clinical Mental Health Therapist

Copper Hills Youth Center
12.2024 - Current

PRN Care Manager

Intermountain Healthcare
08.2024 - 07.2025

Clinical Mental Health Therapist

Huntsman Mental Health Institute
08.2024 - 12.2024

Therapist-Intern

AAU-Refugee & Immigrant Center
08.2023 - 08.2024

Teacher's Assistant

Arizona State University, School of Social Work
01.2023 - 07.2024

Basic Needs Advisor/Case Manager

Davis Technical College
10.2022 - 08.2024

Recruiting and Admissions Advisor/Community Outreach Coordinator

Davis Technical College
08.2022 - 10.2022

Behavioral Youth Counselor/ Staffing Coordinator

Benchmark Behavioral Health
06.2021 - 08.2022

Social Worker Assistant

Hillside Rehab Center
09.2016 - 05.2018

Doctorate - Behavioral Health (Student)

Arizona State University

Master of Social Work (MSW) -

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science - Marriage & Family Studies

Brigham Young University

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