mental health therapist resume example with 5+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Professional Summary
Dedicated reliable, high-energy mental health professional motivated to assist client's in developing healthy strategies to navigate difficulties associated with emotional well being. Dedicated to providing compassionate, results-oriented, solution-focused care. Looking to join a company with remote positions and growth opportunities.
Skills
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Person Centered
Case Management Experience
8 years plus management experience
Proficient with electronic health records
Crisis Intervention Experience
Culturally Sensitive
Electronic Documentation Experience
Psychiatric Population Experience
Suicide Prevention Training
Team Player
Strong Interpersonal Skills
Valid Florida Driver's License
Experience with Homeless Population
Experience with Disabled Population
Experience with Co occurring disorders.
Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
Reliable and Organized
Experience in Solution-Focused Counseling
NAPPI and CPI Training
CPR Certified
Trained in CAMS - suicide prevention framework
REMOTE work experience
Work History
Mental Health Therapist, 01/2022 - Current Burrell Behavioral Health – Boonville, MO,
Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
Utilized meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
Documented client progress in confidential files.
Involved clients' family members in planning social service programs.
Offered and documented treatment consent forms in patient health records.
Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
Utilized positive uncertainty and multi-systemic family systems therapy to encourage clients and help to handle ambiguity, accept inconsistencies and trust intuition in decision-making.
Directed family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent and individualized intakes and assessments.
Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Delivered client assessments for those struggling with addiction or relationship issues and implemented strategies based on client needs.
Mental Health Therapist, 07/2018 - Current Burrell Behavioral Health – Marshfield, MO,
Worked one on one with clients discharged from state hospital seeking community stabilization
Utilized person centered approach with motivational interviewing to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals
Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans
Documented client progress in confidential files
Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions
Delivered client assessments for those struggling with addiction or relationship issues and implemented strategies based on client needs
Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and motivational interviewing
Monitored psychiatric medications and recommended clinical interventions when needed
Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion
Mediated conflicts within families to clarify and resolve underlying issues
Managed caseload of 14 patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders
Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources
Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings
Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served
Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout their transitions
Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment
Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed
Directed family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent and individualized intakes and assessments
Connected clients with community service and resource agencies
Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources
Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served
Ran individual therapy and family therapy sessions for children ages four to 18 and adults.
Maintained caseload of children in public schools and group home placements
Aided parents in arranging medication evaluations and psychological testing
Used art therapy and play therapy activities to create rapport and strengthen therapeutic relationship with clients.
Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning
Regularly keep abreast of new and developing information in mental health field
Presented case history material to review and discussion with other staff members
Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files
Improved outcomes of patients with psychiatric and co-morbid chronic pain conditions
Mobile Crisis Case Manager, 09/2016 - 05/2017 Beacon Light Behavioral Health System – North Warren, PA,
Led group therapy sessions each week
Collected and analyzed data on individual clients using records, tests, interviews and professional sources
Conducted one-on-one counseling sessions
Revised treatment plans in consultation with clinical psychiatrist based on patient progress
Explained available substance abuse treatment services to clients
Developed and distributed relevant and comprehensive written materials on mental health and substance use disorders.
Consulted with clients when developing long term treatment plan goals and objectives
Counseled clients to help them understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems
Met with clients in their homes to assist licensed clinician in assessing clients for baker act.
Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and effect of employment and housing issues on mental health
Presented and documented treatment consent forms in patient health records
Improved Mobile Crisis Response Team by assisting to positively streamline process from initial referral and assessment to client placement
Ensured quality of client service by using appropriate discretion and customer service skills
Assessed, screened and counseled clients each day
Researched substance abuse, eating disorders and mental health in order to collaborate with senior management to implement programs and policies based on findings
Interviewed, evaluated clients including conducting safety and risk assessments
Offered therapeutic services and crises intervention to emotionally disturbed children and adolescents
Referred clients to appropriate social services agencies
Helped each client understand illness including contributing personal, social and economic factors involved
Solicited advice and guidance from senior personnel and other experts when difficult or atypical situations developed
Therapy Intern - Crisis Stabilization Unit, 01/2016 - 02/2017 Gracepoint Wellness – City, STATE,
Led group therapy and activity sessions
Collected and analyzed data on individual clients using records, tests, interviews and professional sources
Conducted one-on-one counseling sessions
Counseled clients with mental health disorders such as Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Substance Abuse and Eating Disorders
Reviewed and revised treatment plans in collaboration with Clinical Psychiatrist based on client progress
Explained available Substance Abuse Treatment services to clients
Developed and distributed relevant, comprehensive written materials on Mental Health Disorders and Substance Abuse Disorders
Consulted with clients when developing long term treatment plan goals and objectives
Counseled clients to help them understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems
Proficient at using D.A.P. format when writing clinical materials
Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and ethical codes that govern mental health field
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and AVATAR programs.
Education
Master of Science: Mental Health Counseling, Expected in 03/2017 - Capella University - Minneapolis, Minnesota, GPA: Status -
Associate of Arts: Psychology, Expected in 2006 - Miami Dade College - Miami, Florida GPA: Status -
Affiliations
American Counseling Association - 2016
American Mental Health Counselors Association - 2016
Strong Interest in Advocating for Regional and National Mental Health Care Reform
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