Behavioral Therapist Research Assistant

Manuela López Flórez

*** ********** ** *** # * Brighton, MA 02135

617-***-**** ********@**.***

EDUCATION

Boston University School of Social Work May 2022

Masters in social work (GPA 3.8)

University of Boston Massachusetts December 2016

Bachelors in psychology & Minor in Spanish (GPA 3.7)

PROFESIONAL EXPERIENCE

Claypit Hill Elementary School August 2020-July 2021

Provided services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families to maximize academic functioning.

Individual and group counseling with student experiencing mental health and/or social difficulties.

Consulted with parents, teachers, and other school personnel to determine causes of problems such as truancy and misbehavior, and to implement solutions.

Collaborated with the IEP committees in determining the eligibility for emotional impaired programs and academic services

Helped students develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification

Boston Children’s at Martha Eliot Health Center August 2021-May 2022

Provided psychotherapy for patients ages (7-24) and maintained a caseload of 10-14 patients.

Assessed clients by providing diagnostic evaluation with the guidance from supervisor

Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.

Completed detailed charts to summarize interactions with patients and booked follow-up sessions.

Provided individual, family, and group therapy within families, community health setting, and using telehealth services.

Developed comprehensive therapeutic services to children and families.

Boston Behavioral Learning Centers May 2018-October 2020

Behavioral Therapist

Provide case management for caseload of 4-10 clients ages 2.5-4 Document relevant patient information successfully including service plans treatment reports and progress notes.

Provide families with support, guidance, and education.

Implement individual intensive training and within natural environment for clients

Co-facilitate social enrichment groups

University of Massachusetts of Boston, Psychology Department January 2016 - December 2018

Health Promotion Research Assistant

Conducted survey assessments with undergraduates on health access and information

Disseminated findings through various avenues including presentation and paper

Co-developed workshops on culturally sensitive approaches to career development

Contributed to project on Latino student educational success and its effect on health equity

Baldwin Early Learning Center Aug 2012 - Sep 2013

Teacher Assistance

Created stimulating educational and recreational environment to enrich children’s minds, develop critical thinking abilities, and establish positive social behaviors

Monitored children in different play areas and reinforced safety policies and procedures to safeguard children

Fostered meaningful relationships with lead teachers, children, and parents to promote program and organizational missions

LEADERSHIP AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Honan Fellowship June 2013

Following the legacy of former City Councilor Brian J. Honan

Participating in community service projects in the areas of homelessness, affordable housing, elderly Services, and healthy living

Learning about politics and government

West End House Boys and Girls Club Brighton, MA Jan 2010- present

SKILLS

Fluent in Spanish (written and oral)

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Solution-focused counseling

Applied Behavioral Analysis

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification

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