Yassmine Chefchaouni
Manchester,CT
Summary
Passionate about helping others and promoting mental well-being. Currently pursuing a graduate degree in Clinical Professional Counseling. Treasurer of the Counseling Allies Advocate Society (CAAS), dedicated to advocating for counseling students. Experienced mental health associate, committed to supporting individuals in their journey towards emotional and psychological growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Associate
High Focus Centers
07.2023 - Current
- Supports adolescents who struggle with mental illness and/or substance abuse in an outpatient setting
- Conducts urinary drug screenings
- Develops and maintains positive relationships with clients to create a safe and supportive environment
- Facilitates DBT, Life-Skills, and psychoeducational groups
- Engages with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote and improve positive patient treatment outcomes
- Transports clients to and from program
Elderly Assistant
Arden Courts
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Interned at a nursing home
- Provided care for residents diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease
- Aided residents with physical and emotional needs
Elderly Assistant
Avery Heights
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Interned at a nursing home
- Provided care for residents diagnosed with different forms of Dementia
- Assisted residents with physical and emotional needs
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Professional Counseling
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT12-2022
Skills
- Trained in De-escalation
- Behavioral Health
- Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care
- Urine Specimen Samples
- Group Facilitation
- Organization
- Communication
- Teamwork
Core Competencies
Group Therapy Facilitation | Dialectical Behavior Therapy Techniques| Documentation| Crisis Management | Mandated Reporter | Team-Oriented |HIPAA
Certification
CPR/AED/ First Aid
American Red Cross,
Issued 9/2023
Timeline
Mental Health Associate
High Focus Centers
07.2023 - Current
Elderly Assistant
Arden Courts
02.2016 - 05.2016
Elderly Assistant
Avery Heights
01.2016 - 05.2016
CPR/AED/ First Aid
American Red Cross,
Issued 9/2023
Master of Science - Clinical Professional Counseling
Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Central Connecticut State University
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