Yolanda Horta Menshawi

PCC, MS Psychology, PhD Candidate

East Orange, New Jersey, United States

About

Dedicated and compassionate behavioral health professional with experience in mental health screening, crisis intervention, and patient support across emergency and acute care settings. Skilled in de-escalating high-stress situations, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and care continuity. Known for building rapport quickly with individuals in crisis, maintaining professionalism under pressure, and upholding dignity and respect for all patients. Passionate about providing trauma-informed, person-centered care that supports both mental and emotional well-being.

Experience

  • Psychiatric Emergency Screening Services Supervisor at Clara Maass Medical Center
    Aug 2025 - Present · 1 yr

  • Mental Health Screener at Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health
    Oct 2023 - Aug 2025 · 1 yr 11 mos

    Psychiatric Mental Health Screener

  • Care Cordinator at Centene Corporation
    Oct 2020 - Aug 2025 · 4 yrs 11 mos

  • Social Service Counselor & Case Manager at CBH Care
    Nov 2021 - Oct 2023 · 2 yrs

  • Data Collection at Rutgers University
    Feb 2022