STEPHANIE BLACK
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OBJECTIVE
MPH candidate seeking a public health practicum and entry-level position with a focus on behavioral health and community-based services.
SKILLS
Mental health services, specializing in crisis intervention and trauma-informed care. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and community resources to
provide holistic treatment.
EXPERIENCE
Clinical Crisis Counselor
Vibrant Emotional Health
August 2021-Present
Mandated Reporter Certification: New York State
Communication with APS, CPS, MCT and Emergency Medical and Police/ Dispatch.
Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure holistic treatment approach including Risk Assessments, Crisis Intervention, Trauma Informed practice and care, MI, Psychoeducation, Harm Reduction practices and more.
Youth Counselor III
Stars Behavioral Health Group
Star View Adolescent Center
April 2019-October 2021
Supervise, protect, and care for youth and young adults in level 13 locked placement/ Psychiatric facility.
Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as ARCs Model, Cognitive-Behavioral therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support clients in achieving their mental health goals.
Maintained accurate and confidential client records in compliance with ethical guidelines and legal regulations.
Developmental Specialist/ FTP
Real Connections Child Development Institute
December 2016-March 2019
Provide social-emotional based developmental services to children and youth (2-18 yrs.) with special needs using the DIR/Floor time model.
Teach play, communication and social skills to children in the home, center or community. Provide informational support and help to parents
Implement individualized programs. Collect data on progress and attend weekly supervision.
EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF ART/ PSYCHOLOGY
MINOR IN CHILD DEVELOPMENT
2014-2018
American Public University
Key Skills: Active Listening, Cross-Cultural Competence, Psychological Assessment, Data literacy, Behavioral & Statistical Analysis, Crisis Intervention, Family Dynamics.
MASTER IN PUBLIC HEALTH
2018-2023
MPH CANDIDATE
American Public University
Key Skills: Program Planning & Evaluation, Biostatistical Analysis, Financial Management, Community Engagement & Advocacy, Cross-Sector Collaboration
Membership:
Order of the Sword and Shield, National Honor Society
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE OR LEADERSHIP
Red Cross Volunteer
American Red Cross
2018-2019
Blood Services Transportation Specialist (BSTS )
Sound the Alarm Volunteer
Volunteer Harvester
Portland Fruit Tree Project
2024- Present