PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATOR with an Master in Public Health, MPH, dedicated to building healthy communities through public outreach, educational program development, case management, grant research and reporting, and training facilitation.► A HEALTH AND WELLNESS ADVOCATE trained in crisis management, I design and deliver innovative health education programs for universities, non-profit organizations, and government agencies. I have led countless workshops, trainings, and events on sexual health, nutrition, stress management, parenting and discipline, environmental health, developmental milestones, bullying and self-esteem, and domestic abuse.► AS A UNIVERSITY AND NON-PROFIT PROGRAM SPECIALIST, I enhanced Healthy Families, Parents as Teachers, and Improving Pregnancy Outcomes programs for Prevent Child Abuse NJ and Central Jersey Family Health Consortium. In addition, I provided client-centered, compassionate case management connecting families to local resources and health education. At William Paterson University, I was a Peer Health Educator and Resident Advisor, developing and coordinating community-based health education programs for college students. While at Fair Lawn Public Health Department, I established a successful community weight loss challenge and planned and executed the annual Green Environmental Fair.► A COLLABORATIVE INTERDISCIPLINARY LEADER, I create and facilitate interagency supervisory boards enabling non-profits, educational institutions, corporations, and government agencies to implement innovative, sustainable public health solutions.Program Development and Evaluation, Public Health Education, Community Outreach and Events, Educational Workshops, Grant Research, Staff Training and Development, Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Healthy Families, Environmental Health, Nutrition, Stress Management, Mental Health, Substance Abuse,
Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare- Acute Psychiatric Services
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Mental Health Specialist IiRutgers University Behavioral Healthcare- Acute Psychiatric Services Oct 2019 - PresentAcute Psychiatric ServicesConducts initial triage of consumers, providing direct patient care to support the delivery of clinical services at the Acute Psychiatric Services unit.Manages the initial engagement with consumers via telephone and refers consumer to clinicians.Assists screeners in collecting, documenting and reporting collateral information.Collects clinical information gathered by screener to obtain pre-authorization for inpatient care.Collaborates with police, hospitals and care facilities to coordinate treatment services for patients. Maintains client records and coordinates the transfer of consumers into and out of the unit.
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Clinical InternCenter For Network Therapy Aug 2021 - May 2022Middlesex County, New Jersey, United StatesConducts and provides addiction counseling, psychoeducation, psychotherapy and case management services at all agency clients and their families.Engaged and assessed clients using the ASI and other standardized clinical interview tools to determine the appropriate level of care according to ASAM Patient Placement Criteria.Diagnosed clients under supervision for substance use disorders using the DSM V.Collaborated with client to develop written treatment plans that includes goals and measurable outcomes.Provided substance use counseling specified to the client treatment plan, including collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.Developed client discharge/transfer plan to ensure movement to the appropriate levels of care, coordinating services with other community resources and healthcare providers.Facilitated and conducted individual, group and family sessions.
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Home Visitation Program SpecialistPrevent Child Abuse-New Jersey Aug 2018 - Oct 2019New Brunswick, NjEvaluate and enhance 8 Healthy Families and Parents as Teachers programs overseeing national review and accreditation, data analysis, best practices, training and development. -
Program CoordinatorHitops, Inc. May 2018 - Aug 2018Princeton, NjDeveloped and led adolescent health programs, fostered educational partnerships, expanded outreach across low-income school districts, and contributed research and data analysis for grant funding. -
Community Health WorkerCentral Jersey Family Health Consortium Aug 2016 - May 2018North Brunswick, NjExpanded and facilitated Middlesex County Improving Pregnancy Outcomes program community outreach, case management, advisory board collaboration, and partnership development. -
Health And Environmental Education Coordinator, InternFair Lawn Health Department Jan 2016 - May 2016Fair Lawn, NjDeveloped, promoted, and coordinated Health and Environmental education programs and events, business and community partnerships, and support groups for Fair Lawn and the surrounding area.
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Residence AdvisorWilliam Paterson University Of New Jersey Aug 2013 - May 2016Wayne, NjEnhanced health, wellness, and academic success for 200+ college students through community building, program development and facilitation, conflict resolution, policy enforcement, and crisis response. -
Teaching Assistant, Noyce Stem Teaching ScholarNational Science Foundation (Nsf) May 2013 - Aug 2013Wayne, NjDeveloped and executed STEM lesson plans, analyzed pre and post-testing data, and advised students in summer STEM Education Program led by William Paterson University science and math faculty.
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Alyssa Mcfarlane works for Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare- Acute Psychiatric Services
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Alyssa Mcfarlane's current role is Mental Health Specialist II ► Community Outreach ● Program and Partnership Development.
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Alyssa Mcfarlane attended Rutgers University, University Of New England, William Paterson University Of New Jersey.
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