CLAUDIA CONTRERAS
Clinical Psychologist
Sydney,Nova Scotia
Summary
Experienced Administrative Support Professional with a diverse background in business management. Possessing over 15 years of expertise in human resources administration and resolving workplace conflicts. A team player who exhibits confidence and excels in interpersonal skills, including empathy and leadership. Committed to delivering exceptional customer service. Furthermore, a psychologist with extensive experience in evaluation and recruitment. Dedicated Clinical Psychologist with 2 years of experience assessing and treating patients experiencing various emotional, mental and behavioral disorders. Successful at accurate diagnoses and working closely with high-risk patients. Adept at consultations for new patients and maintaining relationships with existing ones. Steadfast Clinical Psychologist with 2 years of experience. Committed to individualized patient care and solutions-oriented diagnoses. Successful in active listening and accurate treatment documentation.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Clinical Psychologist
Integrar Clinic of mental Health
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Collaborated closely with organizations to identify their hiring needs qualifications, performed assessments, including interviews, psychological tests, and behavioral evaluations
- Provided a supportive environment for different age groups - children, adolescents, and adults
- Offering informative presentations, workshops, and interactive discussions for parents
- Analyzed personality profiles, values, helped individuals make informed decisions regarding their career paths and personal growth
- As a group therapy facilitator, created a safe and nurturing space for participants
- Radio and TV programs for psychoeducation
- Discussions, interviews, and delivery of educational content
Administrative Manager
Power Foods
01.2002 - 01.2022
- Talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, and employee relations
- Managed invoices, ensured prompt payments, and maintained an organized and efficient database
- Processed purchase orders, ensured the availability of resources to support business operations
- Fostered a positive and inclusive work environment
- Effective work team management
- Identified strategic opportunities, conducted market research, and collaborated with key stakeholders, successfully implemented expansion plans that allowed the company to reach new markets and increase its customer base.
Pharmacy Assistant
La Paz Pharmacy
01.1990 - 01.2005
- Accurately and efficiently dispensed prescription medications according to established procedures and guidelines
- Received and processed prescription orders, ensuring all necessary information was complete and accurate
- Maintained appropriate stock levels of medications, monitored expiry dates, and performed regular stock checks
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of prescriptions and patient information.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Healthcare Management -
Cape Breton University
Sydney, NS 09.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
UNITEC Technological University
01.2014 - 03.2020
Clinical and health Psychology
Salamanca Institute
International Association of Administrative Professionals, certification in progress - undefined
Skills
Microsoft Office and data entry skillsPlanning and organizational skillsIntercultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills
Crisis Intervention
Integrated healthcare models
Patient screening
Case management
Policy and procedure modification
Business administration
Documentation and control
Payroll and budgeting
Staff Management
Strategic planning
Workflow planning
Timeline
Post-Baccalaureate Healthcare Management -
Cape Breton University
09.2022 - 12.2023
Clinical Psychologist
Integrar Clinic of mental Health
01.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
UNITEC Technological University
01.2014 - 03.2020
Administrative Manager
Power Foods
01.2002 - 01.2022
Pharmacy Assistant
La Paz Pharmacy
01.1990 - 01.2005
Clinical and health Psychology
Salamanca Institute