Olga Mendes

Experience

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  HU-UNIVASF - Hospital de Ensino Dr. Washington Antônio de Barros

  Apr 2019 - Jan 2020

  Intern in Psychology

  During my time as an Intern in Psychology:1. Conducted individual and/or group psychological counseling for patients admitted to hospital units, including assessment, diagnosis, and psychological treatment. 2. Developed therapeutic intervention plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, considering the clinical and emotional condition of the patient and their family.3. Participated in meetings and case discussions with the medical team and other healthcare professionals to evaluate and monitor the patient's therapeutic process.4. Conducted bedside visits, identifying emotional and psychological needs of patients and developing strategies to address these issues (Active Outreach).5. Organized initiatives for welcoming and providing emotional support to the families of hospitalized patients, offering guidance on illness and the hospitalization process.6. Developed and implemented psychosocial intervention programs in crisis situations, such as medical emergencies, patients in critical condition, or those facing imminent death.7. Participated in and assisted with activities of the HU-Univasf team aimed at understanding and managing the emotional and psychological aspects involved in the treatment and recovery of the patient.8. Engaged in scientific production activities in the field of hospital psychology, aiming to enhance understanding and practices in the care of hospitalized patients.9. Contributed to administrative tasks related to the operation of the hospital psychology service, including report writing, data recording, and medical record management.10. Kept myself updated on health policies, clinical protocols, and ethical standards related to the practice of psychology in the hospital environment, continually seeking to improve professional practices. Show less

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  Cotidiano Centro Terapêutico

  Apr 2022 - Aug 2023

  Psychologist - ABA Therapist

  During my time as a trained Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Practitioner, I employed specific techniques to teach social, communicative, and academic skills to my clients. Among the primary activities in my work were:1. Behavioral Assessment: I assessed clients' abilities in various areas, including social, communication, academic, and daily living skills. 2. Data Treatment for Intervention Planning: I organized the data collected during assessments to create a personalized intervention plan, defining specific behavioral objectives to be achieved.3. Implementation of Intervention: I used specific behavioral techniques such as positive reinforcement and modeling to teach target skills to clients.4. Development and Selection of Intervention Materials: I created and/or selected relevant materials for skills training, including toys/games, checklists, and psychoeducational pamphlets.5. Monitoring and Adjustment of Intervention Plan: I monitored clients' progress and made adjustments to the intervention plan as necessary to ensure behavioral objectives were met.6. Collaboration with Family and Other Professionals: I worked collaboratively with clients' families and other professionals, such as doctors and occupational therapists, to ensure an integrated and effective approach to client treatment.7. Documentation and Reports: I maintained detailed session records for the regular production of reports for families and other professionals involved in client treatment. Show less