Monica Pereyra
PESS Crisis Counselor / Screener at Bridgeway Behavioral Health- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Mixologist Certification
NY Bartenders AssociationOct, 1996- Nov, 2024 -
Mental Health Screener Certification
NJ Department of Human Services. Division of Mental Health ServicesDec, 2008- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Bridgeway Behavioral Health
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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100 - 200 Employee
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PESS Crisis Counselor / Screener
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Mar 2017 - Present
Providing assessment and evaluations for both adults and children during crisis situations. Outreaching people in the community who may need further assessment to determine appropriate Level of Care. A community based psychiatric emergency screening service center that will include a "Living Room" model of care for the provision of crisis intervention services, planning, and follow-up appointments. Educating persons served, families, educators, law enforcement officers and other programs about the screening process, treatment options and different levels of care. Working with local hospitals, police, schools, social workers, clinicians, doctors, other behavioral health facilities and programs in providing the best possible care for person served. Certified to screen individuals who require inpatient treatment and/or higher level of care. Affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health in Somerset, Summit Oaks and Carrier Clinic. Show less
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Rutgers University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Mental Health Specialist II - Access Center
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May 2013 - Present
Access Center- clinician, scheduling appointments and assessing for level of care. Affiliated with Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare (Middlesex, Newark and Cherry Hill), Preferred Behavioral Healthcare, Silver Hill Hospital, Postpartum Family Health line, Sarcoidosis line and Support Services for Veterans and Families of Veterans. Experience with Stockell InsightCS and Salesforce Inc. NJ Hopeline- NJ suicide prevention hotline, offering assistance to those contemplating suicide, providing local resources and urgent care if need. Educating family and friends who know someone who may be dealing with suicidal thoughts or depression. Servicing all of NJ. Interim Managing Entity for Addiction Services in NJ-(IME)- [Start Date October 2015] Dept. of Human Services and Addictions on NJ has developed IME as a coordinated point of entry for treatment for substance use disorders. Hotline offers screening to determine level of treatment for those interested in recovery and rehabilitation. This line also determines whether callers are eligible for different types of funding based on the individuals' circumstances. Experience with: NJSAMS, SCMS, and Medicaid Eligibility (NJMMIS). May 2019-Quartet Health -Collaborative care team. We facilitate access to mental healthcare and enable virtual collaboration between primary care and mental health providers to improve health outcomes. Dec 2019- Compsych- GuidanceResource Worldwide ComPsych is the pioneer and world's largest provider of employee assistance programs, servicing more than 50,000 organizations and 109 million individuals throughout the U.S. and 160 countries. Our GuidanceResources® platform fully integrates EAP, behavioral health, wellness and absence management services. Show less
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Somerset County, New Jersey
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Somerville, NJ
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PESS Crisis Counselor
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Apr 2016 - Mar 2017
Providing assessment and evaluations for both adults and children during crisis situations. Outreaching adults in the community who may need further assessment to determine appropriate Level of Care. Educating clients and families about the screening process, treatment options and different levels of care. Working with local hospitals, police, social workers, health care providers, doctors and programs in providing the best possible care for clients. Certified to screen individuals who require inpatient treatment and/or higher level of care. Affiliated directly with Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health in Somerset. Show less
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Mental Health Screener
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Sep 2008 - Jun 2013
Providing assessment and evaluations for both adults and children during crisis situations.Outreaching adults in the community who may need further assessment to determine appropriate Level of Care.Educating clients and families about the screening process, treatment options and different levels of care.Working with local hospitals, social workers, health care providers, doctors and programs in providing the best possible care for clients.Certified to screen individuals who require inpatient treatment and/or higher level of care. Experience with Stockell Insight Computer system, Vista CPRS EMR Charting system and CWS EMR Charting system. Show less
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Activities Assistant
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Jun 2003 - Sep 2008
Assist Nursing staff on the Child and Adolescent Unit and Adult Voluntary Inpatient Unit.Work with Therapeutic Activities Clinicians with evaluations.Working with children (ages 5-12) and Adolescents (ages 13-17) with different issues ranging from depression, anxiety, anger management, impulse control, and other psychological needs.Dealing with the families, and helping them understand the treatment plans and process during their child's inpatient treatment.Assisting clients with daily life skills, coping skills, group interactions and communication skills.Monitoring clients on the unit, ensuring their safety and the safety of others while providing a stable and structured environment during their treatment. Show less
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Mental Health Specialist IV
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May 2001 - Jun 2003
Working with adults on the voluntary inpatient unit and assisting nursing staff.Leading groups dealing with stress management, coping skills, anger management, drug and alcohol education, relapse prevention and medication education.Help clients with the admission process, monitoring the safety of the unit and educating adults on healthy Adult daily living skills, nutrition, relaxation techniques and discharge planning.
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Starbucks
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Barista
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Apr 2008 - Apr 2011
Providing legendary service and upholding Starbucks Mission and Vision. Making coffees, lattes, teas, and other Starbucks products and maintaining the cafe areas up to company standards. Working with other partners at other stores, volunteering with community services and assisting manager with special projects. Informing clientele about Starbucks promotions, new products, promotions and other special events about our store and the company. Starbucks has to offer. Providing legendary service and upholding Starbucks Mission and Vision. Making coffees, lattes, teas, and other Starbucks products and maintaining the cafe areas up to company standards. Working with other partners at other stores, volunteering with community services and assisting manager with special projects. Informing clientele about Starbucks promotions, new products, promotions and other special events about our store and the company. Starbucks has to offer.
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The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Bartender
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Feb 2007 - Jul 2007
Serving guests various wines, cocktails and spirits. Offering patrons cuisine from Christopher's eclectic and seasonal menu, New Brunswick's new American-seafood restaurant. Comprised a cocktail menu that incorporated New Brunswick and Rutgers. Maintaining the functionality and cleanliness of the bar, and liquor storage areas. Working with the Maestro Fine Dining POS. Serving guests various wines, cocktails and spirits. Offering patrons cuisine from Christopher's eclectic and seasonal menu, New Brunswick's new American-seafood restaurant. Comprised a cocktail menu that incorporated New Brunswick and Rutgers. Maintaining the functionality and cleanliness of the bar, and liquor storage areas. Working with the Maestro Fine Dining POS.
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Verdigre Lounge and V Bar
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New Brunswick, NJ
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Day Bartender
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Mar 2006 - Jul 2006
Serving food and beverages, from this new American-eclectic menu. Stocking the bar, assessing inventory of the spirits, beer and wines, and continue proper maintenance of the bar. Experience with the Aloha POS system. Serving food and beverages, from this new American-eclectic menu. Stocking the bar, assessing inventory of the spirits, beer and wines, and continue proper maintenance of the bar. Experience with the Aloha POS system.
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La Fontana Ristorante
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New Brunswick, NJ
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Lead Bartender
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Nov 2001 - Jun 2006
Serving finest wines, cocktails and spirits to compliment the Northern Italian Cuisine La Fontana has to offer. Ordering supplies and handling the inventory of wines, spirits, beer and other beverage-related items. Working with parties of one person to functions of 150 people. Providing new cocktails, martinis and infused vodkas for restaurant patrons. Handling financial transaction and paperwork. Experience with Micros Touch POS. Serving finest wines, cocktails and spirits to compliment the Northern Italian Cuisine La Fontana has to offer. Ordering supplies and handling the inventory of wines, spirits, beer and other beverage-related items. Working with parties of one person to functions of 150 people. Providing new cocktails, martinis and infused vodkas for restaurant patrons. Handling financial transaction and paperwork. Experience with Micros Touch POS.
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Tre Piani Ristorante
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Princeton, NJ
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Bartender
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May 2000 - Dec 2001
Tending the beautiful bar in this three-level, fine dining venue featuring a Italian-Mediterranean menu. Serving seasonal and local products, promoting Slow Foods of NJ and the finest wines to compliment the cuisine. Stocking, supplying and maintaining the bar and service area. Working with servers for parties of one to functions of 250 people. Providing new cocktails and martinis to the menu for our patrons. Ordering supplies, organizing the inventory of beverage-related items, and handling finances. Experience with Micros POS. Show less
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Marriott International
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United States
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Banquet Beverage Manager-Someset Marriott
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Jun 1997 - Apr 2000
Providing beverage services for parties of 10 - 600 people. Training potential servers to work as banquet bartenders and offering servers a training course for liquor and wine education. Assisting Banquet Captains with checks, inventory, and scheduling. Overseeing the maintenance and functionality of the Port-a-bars, ordering supplies for all banquet bars, and communicating with affiliated companies. Maintaining safe and responsible drinking practices of guests during banquet events and banquets. Show less
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Education
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1993 - 1997
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick
Bachelors of Arts, Psychology/ Biological Sciences Minor -
2008 - 2008
Penn Foster Career School
Career Diploma, Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management -
1989 - 1993
St. Peter's High School
High School Diploma, General
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