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Ruth Arce

@rutharce

Bilingual mental health counselor specializing in telehealth, compliance, and remote team leadership.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I seek remote or hybrid roles where I can lead clinical quality, ensure compliance, train teams, and provide telehealth counseling in a collaborative, client-focused culture.

I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) mental health and administrative professional with over 10 years of experience delivering telehealth counseling, managing EHRs, and ensuring HIPAA and licensing compliance. I have led and trained remote teams, conducted quality assurance and digital audits, and managed sensitive client situations with professionalism and empathy.

My background includes clinical leadership as a Department Director overseeing quality control, hands-on licensing and monitoring work for a state agency, and prior roles in client support and public safety that strengthened my crisis management and conflict resolution skills. I deliver results in fast-paced remote and hybrid environments and am committed to maintaining regulatory compliance while improving client engagement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Mental Health Counselor

Esperanza Hope for the Future Counseling Services

Apr 2018 - Present (7 years 5 months)

Provide individual and group counseling via telehealth while directing clinical and administrative staff and overseeing quality assurance and compliance with state and insurance standards. Manage confidential EHR records in compliance with HIPAA and conduct remote training and performance reviews.

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Monitoring and Licensing Specialist

Agency for People with Disabilities

Nov 2024 - Jul 2025 (8 months)

Reviewed and processed licensing applications for completeness and regulatory compliance, completed CAHRS forms, and maintained digital records to ensure state regulation adherence. Coordinated remote scheduling for on-site inspections and responded to applicant and provider inquiries professionally and timely.

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Client Support Specialist

Behavioral Support Services

Jan 2015 - Oct 2017 (2 years 9 months)

Delivered personalized client support via phone, video, and email while maintaining accurate HIPAA-compliant EHR records and reviewing digital data for errors to ensure program compliance. Collaborated with families and community providers to manage sensitive client issues.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Ana G. Méndez University System logoAS

Ana G. Méndez University System

Master of Education, Counseling

Completed a Master of Education in Counseling, focusing on counseling practices and therapeutic techniques.

National University College logoNC

National University College

Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice

Awarded a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice through online coursework.

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John Jay College (Gurabo, PR)

Associate of Arts, Criminal Justice

Completed an Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice.

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