Bryssa Montez Msw, Asw Email & Phone Number

Oceanside, Ca, Us

As a Clinican I in a short term acute residential treatment setting, I meet the bio-psychosocial needs of clients by providing indicated behavioral health services, case management services and/or crisis intervention, and documents services appropriately.-Acts as admission coordinator and/or team lead when designated. -Conducts initial behavioral health assessments of new clients. -Provides individual contacts, group, and milieu psychosocial behavior health services and… Show more As a Clinican I in a short term acute residential treatment setting, I meet the bio-psychosocial needs of clients by providing indicated behavioral health services, case management services and/or crisis intervention, and documents services appropriately.-Acts as admission coordinator and/or team lead when designated. -Conducts initial behavioral health assessments of new clients. -Provides individual contacts, group, and milieu psychosocial behavior health services and activities for clients within scope of practice.-Assists clients with discharge planning and conducts care coordination. Works closely with various providers in the region or system to facilitate access to services.-Consults and coordinates with family and/or support system regarding client treatment and discharge planning.-Conducts crisis intervention and risk assessment. First responder to intervene in crises when needed and indicated at the program in order to ensure the safety of clients and staff. Show less

San Diego County, California, United States

As a Mental Health Counselor in a short term acute residential treatment setting, I meet the bio-psychosocial needs of clients by providing indicated behavioral health services, case management services and/or crisis intervention, and documents services appropriately.-Acts as admission coordinator and/or team lead when designated. -Conducts initial behavioral health assessments of new clients. -Provides individual contacts, group, and milieu psychosocial behavior health services… Show more As a Mental Health Counselor in a short term acute residential treatment setting, I meet the bio-psychosocial needs of clients by providing indicated behavioral health services, case management services and/or crisis intervention, and documents services appropriately.-Acts as admission coordinator and/or team lead when designated. -Conducts initial behavioral health assessments of new clients. -Provides individual contacts, group, and milieu psychosocial behavior health services and activities for clients within scope of practice.-Assists clients with discharge planning and conducts care coordination. Works closely with various providers in the region or system to facilitate access to services.-Consults and coordinates with family and/or support system regarding client treatment and discharge planning.-Conducts crisis intervention and risk assessment. First responder to intervene in crises when needed and indicated at the program in order to ensure the safety of clients and staff. Show less

Oceanside, California, United States

CRF offers a 24-hour crisis residence providing acute mental healthcare services to adults who are experiencing a crisis and require inpatient treatment. Services include psychiatric evaluation; medication where indicated; individual and group therapy; discharge planning; and psychosocial rehabilitation.-Provides individual contacts, group, and milieu psychosocial behavior health services and activities for clients within scope of practice.-Assists clients with discharge planning… Show more CRF offers a 24-hour crisis residence providing acute mental healthcare services to adults who are experiencing a crisis and require inpatient treatment. Services include psychiatric evaluation; medication where indicated; individual and group therapy; discharge planning; and psychosocial rehabilitation.-Provides individual contacts, group, and milieu psychosocial behavior health services and activities for clients within scope of practice.-Assists clients with discharge planning and conducts care coordination. Works closely with various providers in the region or system to facilitate access to services.-Consults and coordinates with family and/or support system regarding client treatment and discharge planning.-Conducts crisis intervention and risk assessment. First responder to intervene in crises when needed and indicated at the program in order to ensure the safety of clients and staff. Show less

San Diego, California, United States

School-based mental health services with an interest in innovative and equitable mental health approaches.-Provides individual and group therapy.- Engage with parents and guardians regarding client treatment goals and clinical interventions.- Provide leadership, intervention and support when crisis counseling is appropriate.- Provide case management services for individual clients and their families.- Participate in clinical supervision and administrative staff… Show more School-based mental health services with an interest in innovative and equitable mental health approaches.-Provides individual and group therapy.- Engage with parents and guardians regarding client treatment goals and clinical interventions.- Provide leadership, intervention and support when crisis counseling is appropriate.- Provide case management services for individual clients and their families.- Participate in clinical supervision and administrative staff meetings.- Complete appropriate documentation, including bio-psycho-social assessments and treatment plans.- Collaborate with colleagues and school partners to identify and address existing community needs and barriers to service.- Maintain and strengthen relationships with school partners. Show less

San Diego, California, United States

Gateway to Recovery serves adults and Transitional Aged Youth (TAY) considered high users of Medi-Cal mental health services and/or long-term locked institutional care. Services are designed using the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) for 220 members and assist adults and Transition Age Youth (TAY) in their recovery as they transition from long-term locked treatment facilities.-Complete assessments, provide case management, crisis intervention, integrated whole-person care, and… Show more Gateway to Recovery serves adults and Transitional Aged Youth (TAY) considered high users of Medi-Cal mental health services and/or long-term locked institutional care. Services are designed using the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) for 220 members and assist adults and Transition Age Youth (TAY) in their recovery as they transition from long-term locked treatment facilities.-Complete assessments, provide case management, crisis intervention, integrated whole-person care, and trauma-informed care for Transitional Aged Youth (TAY) and adults. -Provides direct members served community support and case management services to assigned members served using Psychiatric Rehabilitation principles, Recovery Philosophy, and Evidence-Based practices-Maintains complete and accurate clinical records that document all services provided within program guidelines and state requirements within Behavioral Health Services Caminar and Cerner-Collaborate with the team to coordinate service needs and with other services and agencies such as the Conservator's Office, Public Defender's Office, Child and adult Protective Services, Probation Department, and Inpatient Services, Long Term Care Services, Residential Settings and County Mental Health Services. Show less

Vista, California, United States

The LifeSpring Drop-in Center is a safe, non-judgmental, and welcoming space for youth and young adults ages 16-27 years of age who are experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of homelessness. After a year in the LifeSpring Program, I was offered a promotion to a leadership position. I have the opportunity to:- Conduct onboarding for hew hires, and thoroughly train all new hires for the drop-in center.- Act as the “go-to” person for the drop-in center staff and provide… Show more The LifeSpring Drop-in Center is a safe, non-judgmental, and welcoming space for youth and young adults ages 16-27 years of age who are experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of homelessness. After a year in the LifeSpring Program, I was offered a promotion to a leadership position. I have the opportunity to:- Conduct onboarding for hew hires, and thoroughly train all new hires for the drop-in center.- Act as the “go-to” person for the drop-in center staff and provide ongoing support and guidance.- Assist in program development and resource identification.- Assist in developing systems to help streamline services.- Manage cross-organization collaboration through facilitation of meetings. - Provide outreach and marketing to prospective participants and community partners. Show less

Vista, California, United States

Under the general supervision of the LifeSpring Program Manager, I assure that all services provided to LifeSpring participants are being implemented through a youth-driven, wellness and recovery model that is strength-based, culturally relevant, trauma-informed, and outcome-based that supports self-sufficiency.I began my position as a YYA Liaison with the LifeSpring program during a chellenging time (COVID-19 Pandemic). The program was adjusting to working remotely and was in the… Show more Under the general supervision of the LifeSpring Program Manager, I assure that all services provided to LifeSpring participants are being implemented through a youth-driven, wellness and recovery model that is strength-based, culturally relevant, trauma-informed, and outcome-based that supports self-sufficiency.I began my position as a YYA Liaison with the LifeSpring program during a chellenging time (COVID-19 Pandemic). The program was adjusting to working remotely and was in the process of developing policies and procedures on how to address this new way of providing services. In addition, LifeSpring was just implementing a new contract with the YYA Liaison being a new position. Here are ways I assisted with ensuring a smooth transition: (1) I organized and assisted with program development. (2)I researched local resources and made connections in the community.(3) I conducted onboarding and training of new staff members and increased my workload during that time of transition. (4)I streamlined processes and created organization tools to help efficiency, continuity of care, and keep track of the services we are providing. Show less

As a Behavior Interventionist, building rapport with clients was the first goal of any session. This was absolutely necessary to ensure a fun and trusting therapeutic relationship. By emphasizing rapport building and making it the foundation of the partnership with clients, I was able to work one-on-one with children on the Autism spectrum, helping them develop the life skills necessary to succeed in their homes, schools, and communities. I did this throigh:(1) Under the… Show more As a Behavior Interventionist, building rapport with clients was the first goal of any session. This was absolutely necessary to ensure a fun and trusting therapeutic relationship. By emphasizing rapport building and making it the foundation of the partnership with clients, I was able to work one-on-one with children on the Autism spectrum, helping them develop the life skills necessary to succeed in their homes, schools, and communities. I did this throigh:(1) Under the supervision of a licensed Behavior Analyst, provided direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing natural environment training arrangements.(2) Followed the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.(3) Collected, recorded, and summarized data on observable client behavior to track client's growth & success. Show less

Greater San Diego Area

Eager to enter the workforce after graduation, I aimed to search for employment that fused my passions of working with children and science together. With my previous education and experience aligning with Behavioral Health Works CARES philosophy, I decided to become a part of their team, providing clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in the home… Show more Eager to enter the workforce after graduation, I aimed to search for employment that fused my passions of working with children and science together. With my previous education and experience aligning with Behavioral Health Works CARES philosophy, I decided to become a part of their team, providing clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in the home, community, and school settings. Show less

Galesburg, Illinois, United States

Throughout my senior year as a Biology major, I spent time crafting an undergraduate research project. Throughout my time working on this project, I was able to: (1) Secure funding for the research project through the Director of the Gerald & Carol Vovis Center for Research & Advanced Study- Richter Memorial Fund. (2) Create and conduct an independent research project exploring the comparison between natural and synthetic treatments for neurodegeneration in a Caenorhabditis… Show more Throughout my senior year as a Biology major, I spent time crafting an undergraduate research project. Throughout my time working on this project, I was able to: (1) Secure funding for the research project through the Director of the Gerald & Carol Vovis Center for Research & Advanced Study- Richter Memorial Fund. (2) Create and conduct an independent research project exploring the comparison between natural and synthetic treatments for neurodegeneration in a Caenorhabditis elegans Alzheimer's disease model. (3)Present the project at the HORIZONS; small undergraduate research conference where students present their research and creative work to faculty, staff, peers, and the public put on by Gerald & Carol Vovis Center for Research & Advanced Study. Show less

Master'S Degree, Social Work

The Master of Social Work (MSW) program at CSUSM is designed to develop culturally informed, ethical, and effective professionals.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Biology, General

Activities and Societies: Kappa Kappa Gamma & Knox College Women's Soccer Team Minors: Psychology & Health Studies