Frank Merenda

Experience

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  Sprout creek farm

  Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

  Marist fellow

  Provide education to children on farm life and wildlife through the exploration of pastures, barns, creeks and other natural areas of the Sprout Creek Farm property. Supervise children in daily tasks such as interacting with animals and crafts. Inspire children to connect with nature and better understand agriculture.

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  James Weaver Psychological Services, P.C.

  May 2020 - Aug 2020

  Psychology Intern

  • Assist in the diagnostic intake process by administering and scoring various behavior and symptom checklists during the client’s first clinic visit.• Assist in completion of written Biopsychosocial Summaries and treatment plans• Update and maintain a list of community supports and resources available for existing clients to access as adjuncts to their psychotherapy• Assist in the development of educational newsletter(s) and assist in distributing same to local medical providers• Assist with various back-office tasks Show less

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  Jay Brothers Unified Resource Center

  Jun 2021 - Nov 2022

  - Individual and group treatment; including intensive outpatient-Life skills and leadership groups-Anger Management-Primary care services (Optimus)-Health and holistic wellness services-Licensed behavioral health services including; crisis intervention, psychiatric evaluations and medication monitoring-Assistance with obtaining medical coverage (Medicaid), gift card, cell phone, Food stamps, bus pass, birth certificate, and ID (DMV).-Toxicology screenings - Diagnostic Intakes -Biopsychosocial summaries -Individual counseling sessions- Telehealth Show less - Individual and group treatment; including intensive outpatient-Life skills and leadership groups-Anger Management-Primary care services (Optimus)-Health and holistic wellness services-Licensed behavioral health services including; crisis intervention, psychiatric evaluations and medication monitoring-Assistance with obtaining medical coverage (Medicaid), gift card, cell phone, Food stamps, bus pass, birth certificate, and ID (DMV).-Toxicology screenings - Diagnostic Intakes -Biopsychosocial summaries -Individual counseling sessions- Telehealth Show less

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    Sept 2021 - Nov 2022

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    Jun 2021 - Sept 2021

  • Psychology Intern

    Jun 2021 - Aug 2021
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  The Hudson Valley Center for Development

  May 2023 - Jun 2024

  Graduate Intern

  Providing quality mental health services in the form of individual therapy to children and adults.