Alma V.
Psychiatric Counselor @Kaiser Permanente
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WORK HISTORY
Psychiatric Counselor @Kaiser Permanente
Provides supervised clinical social work services to adults, children and families with emotional and/or social problems utilizing established psychotherapeutic techniques in both inpatient and outpatient settings; consults and collaborates with members of the patients family and other health care professionals.• Under supervision and referring to and utilizing licensed staff for appropriate decisions when necessary conducts initial interviews with member by eliciting and understanding the psychological and social meaning of complaints, symptoms, current and past history, to determine the nature and urgency of members need.• Provides member with a professional understanding of his/her presentation, recommends a course of action such as beginning therapy or counseling, or a specific action plan that member can carry out without additional professional guidance or consultation.• Provides clinical case management services to adults, adolescents and children; selects and uses appropriate treatment modality in both inpatient and outpatient settings.• Renders appropriate immediate guidance and therapeutic services to help individuals and families cope with emotional crisis or psychiatric emergencies.• Maintains a written record of therapy or counseling sessions; prepares reports and letters concerning patient; phones, writes and visits, with clients signed written permission, social agencies schools, relatives, friends, etc, to obtain pertinent information.• Provides telephone counseling, resource information, and referral services.• Participates in departmental/ locational project assignments and activities such as CQI activity and OD duty.• Provides psycho-education for members in context of a prescribed treatment.
EDUCATION
California State University, Northridge
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology
Master of Arts - MA
Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts
High School Diploma
ABOUT ALMA V.
I am a Bilingual Therapist (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #160210 and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor #14662) and I provide direct client service in schools, clinic, field, via Telehealth, and conduct community outreach services. I have a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology / Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology. My core competencies include suicide prevention, child mental health, and suicide assessment.In my previous roles, I have gained valuable experience in crisis intervention, suicide prevention, legal assistance, and administrative support. I have worked with individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds, ages, and needs and have demonstrated excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. I am passionate about helping people overcome their challenges and achieve their goals. I believe I can bring a unique perspective and experience to the team, as I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology with an emphasis in Criminology and Criminal Justice, and have received multiple honors and certifications related to domestic violence prevention, HIPAA, and abuse and neglect.
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