Open To Work
Victoria Usher
Simi Valley,CA
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional with extensive experience supporting individuals in diverse mental health settings. Adept at building rapport with clients from various backgrounds, creating environments conducive to open communication, and driving positive outcomes for clients’ mental well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Grata House
Thousand Oaks, CA
11.2025 - Current
- Monitor and document client behaviors, vital signs, and medication intake.
- Implement therapeutic activities and interventions to promote healthy lifestyle choices.
- Cultivate positive relationships with clients, fostering a safe and supportive environment.
- Provide care and support to individuals in a residential setting.
Residential Counselor
Optimum Performance Institute
Woodland Hills, CA
06.2025 - 11.2025
- Delivered crisis intervention and trauma-informed support for clients experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms.
- Implemented individualized care plans that enhanced client outcomes.
- Ensured safe, therapeutic living environment, promoting well-being for all clients.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team to enhance holistic client care.
Career and Transfer Center Mentor
Pierce College
Woodland Hills, CA
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Conducted one-on-one counseling sessions addressing academic and emotional needs, fostering student well-being.
- Facilitated workshops on college planning, career exploration, and personal development, enhancing student readiness for future challenges.
- Facilitated peer mentoring sessions to support student academic success.
- Coordinated workshops focused on career development and skill enhancement.
- Guided students through course selection and academic planning processes.
Wellness Resources Graduate Assistant
California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks, CA
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Coordinated health and wellness campus events that increased student participation and awareness.
- Oversaw coordination of intramural sports activities, fostering a sense of community through indoor basketball and volleyball.
- Assisted faculty with research projects and academic material preparation.
- Coordinated and facilitated study groups for undergraduate students.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for academic events and meetings.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Addiction and Substance-Use Related Disorders
Arizona State University
ASU Online05-2025
Master of Science - Counseling and College Student Personnel
California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks, CA05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ08-2013
Skills
- Mental health assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Mental health support
- Care coordination
- Client assessment
- Patient observation
- De-escalation strategies
- Individual care planning
- Group facilitation
- Empathy and compassion
Certification
- QMHS: Qualified Mental Health Specialist, 01/2026, CCAPP - California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals
- RADT: Registered Alcohol and Drug Technician, 12/2025, CCAPP - California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals
- Basic Life Support (BLS) / AED Certification, 12/2025, National Health & Safety Association
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certification, 07/2025, Crisis Prevention Institute
- CPR / AED / First Aid Certification, 06/2025, National CPR Foundation
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteHybridSalary Range
$28/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Grata House
11.2025 - Current
Residential Counselor
Optimum Performance Institute
06.2025 - 11.2025
Wellness Resources Graduate Assistant
California Lutheran University
08.2023 - 12.2023
Career and Transfer Center Mentor
Pierce College
08.2022 - 08.2024
Graduate Certificate - Addiction and Substance-Use Related Disorders
Arizona State University
Master of Science - Counseling and College Student Personnel
California Lutheran University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Arizona State University