Brenda Alaniz
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Observant psychology student with excellent interpersonal and communication skills that will aid in building meaningful relationships with clients and families. Highly motivated and dedicated to providing exceptional care and devising creative and effective treatment plans to successfully treat children,and adolescents.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee
Aviva Family And Children's Services
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Working with multidisciplinary treatment team and collaborating with other AVIVA programs, such as Wraparound, Full Service Partnership (FSP), Outpatient Care Services (OCS), Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), and Foster Family and Adoption (FFA).
- Providing clinical services to clients and families. Services include screening and assessment, individual and family counseling, target case management and referring for medication support services.
- Participating in weekly seminars and multiple clinical trainings, including exposure to various Prevention and Early Intervention treatments (PEI).
- Knowledge of implementing Department of Mental Health (DMH) documentation.
- Knowledge of AVIVA's electronic health record system (EXYM).Improve client relationships by actively listening and providing empathetic support during sessions.
- Develop individualized treatment plans for clients, resulting in more effective therapy outcomes.
- Enhance client communication skills by implementing role-playing exercises and teaching active listening techniques.
Key Holder
Vitamin Shoppe
12.2022 - Current
- Enhanced customer experience by providing exceptional service and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Promoted business' development by building and maintaining relationships with new clients.
- Streamlined inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment of merchandise.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures, maintaining a safe and secure work environment for all staff members.
Teacher Assistant
Dolores Street Elementary School
05.2022 - Current
- Work with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
- Provide one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
- Keep students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Perform staff monitoring duties such as overseeing recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Oversaw 20-25 students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Supervisor
Gable House Bowl
01.2012 - 05.2023
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
- Established and optimized schedules of 10-15 employees to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning and coordinating events.
Medical Receptionist
Optum
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for over 100 patients.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA09.2020
Skills
- Learning Assessments
- Lesson Planning
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Psychoeducation
- Case Management
- Client Advocacy
- Family Dynamics
- Case Notes
- Building Client Relationships
Timeline
Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee
Aviva Family And Children's Services
09.2023 - 06.2024
Key Holder
Vitamin Shoppe
12.2022 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Dolores Street Elementary School
05.2022 - Current
Medical Receptionist
Optum
08.2020 - 07.2021
Supervisor
Gable House Bowl
01.2012 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Pepperdine University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of California, San Diego
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