MIRIAM BLOND

• Enhance patient well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches in individual sessions.
• Reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression for clients by implementing cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.

• Facilitated intake assessments, interventions and treatment plans for youth and families from mental health, addiction, developmental and criminal justice system
• Provided psychoeducation and ongoing supportive counselling to family and youth
• Managed caseload of over 40 patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders
• Coordinated external healthcare professionals to uphold high-quality, person-centered care

• Provided consultation regarding best practices in mental health and addiction system navigation to Systems Navigator graduate certificate program at Humber College
• Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.
• Designed course materials and supported implementation.
• Instructed both international and domestic students in Professional Communication and Strength Based Practice courses in Systems Navigator graduate certificate program at Humber College

• Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
• Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals.
• Solution Focused Counselling to families, youth and adults
• Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.

• Administered Psychosocial assessments
• Worked with clinical psychiatrist and primary care physician to review patient progress and update treatment plans.
• Performed therapeutic interventions to promote awareness and growth.
• Facilitated Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in group and individual settings with children/adolescents, and families

• Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
• Counselled and helped to stabilize consumers and caregivers in crisis situations.
• Collaborated with counselors, physicians and nurses to coordinate treatment.
• Program development and outreach to hospitals and schools

• Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
• Worked with clinical and operations teams to facilitate client placement and obtain appropriate services for clients.
• Explained eligibility requirements, application details, and applicants' legal rights during intake assessment.
• Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.