Mayra Ruiz
Behavioral health professional with 30+ years of experience in mental health support, crisis intervention, and community resource coordination
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Compassionate behavioral health professional with 30+ years of experience supporting individuals with mental health diagnoses, substance use histories, and criminal justice involvement. Holds a Master's degree in Mental Health & Wellness Counseling (4.0 GPA) and Qualified Mental Health Professional – Community Services (QMHP-CS) certification. Experienced in recovery planning, employment readiness support, crisis intervention, and community resource coordination.
Bilingual in English and Spanish with a strong commitment to culturally competent care.
Experience
Care Manager - The Center for Health Care Services - San Antonio, TX
(2018-01)
Provide case management services to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, and criminal justice involvement. Develop individualized recovery plans, assist clients with employment readiness, coordinate services with interdisciplinary teams, and maintain clinical documentation. Serve as job developer building relationships with employers to support client placement.
Direct Care Staff - Christian Senior Services
(2012-01 - 2016-12)
Provided daily care for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and cognitive impairments. Supported activities of daily living, implemented cognitive engagement activities, and collaborated with families and care teams to ensure high-quality care.
Education
Master of Arts - Mental Health & Wellness Counseling - Angelo State University (2022-01)
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology - University of Texas at San Antonio (2018-01)
