Ability to listen effectively; knowledge of child and
adolescent development; knowledge of factors which may contribute to family
dysfunction; knowledge of behavioral management techniques; general knowledge
of community resources and services; knowledge of crisis intervention
strategies; good problem solving skills; ability to maintain effective working
relationship with other social services providers, service purchasers, and
clients; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to adapt quickly in the field. Proficient in troubleshooting, identifying, assessing, and creating a plan to overcome problems efficiently and effectively. Significant experience in all responsibilities regarding managing a working farm. Basic knowledge of mechanics and maintaining machinery. Ability to manage large scale properties (1,000+ acres) efficiently. Knowledge of basic carpentry skills as needed to manage a working farm. Extensive knowledge and experience with managing domesticated and undomesticated wildlife.
Skills
Trained to identify indications of child and adult abuse
Daily living skills educator
Assertive social skills educator
Strong public speaker
Significant experience counseling clientele from various backgrounds such as SES, race, gender, and age.
Extensive knowledge of land management techniques.
QMHP
CPR and First Aid
Significant experience writing ISPs, quarterly reviews, and detailed session notes.
Case management proficiency
Adept at treatment and discharge planning
Psychotropic medications knowledge
Obsessive-compulsive disorder proficiency
Extensive experience with domesticated and undomesticated wildlife.
Basic knowledge of carpentry
Ability to maintain cars/trucks/tractors.
Work History
QMHP-A, 02/2017 - Current State Of Michigan – Northville, MI,
Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Facilitated a smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout their transitions.
Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions.
Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed.
Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and the effect of employment and housing issues on mental health.
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 the cultural and linguistic needs of the clients and families served.
Presented case history material to review and discussion with other staff members.
Involved clients’ family members in planning social service programs.
Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files.
Offered and documented treatment consent forms in patient health records.
Improved outcomes of patients with psychiatric and co-morbid chronic pain conditions.
Managed a caseload of 5 patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
QMHP-A, 08/2012 - 01/2017 State Of Michigan – Newberry, SC,
Provided training to clients in areas including
functional mental, physical, emotional, spiritual health, safety skills, appropriate personal and interactive
behavior, activities of daily living, use of community resources, medication
management assistance, and overall monitoring of general health and welfare.
Provides functional life skills training to
clients with a range of different mental disorders as well as physical health concerns.
Provided medication management and service
coordination related to clients’ medication compliance.
Works closely with supervisors and other mental and physical health professionals to monitor clients general well-being and prevention of physical and mental health crisis.
Creates ISPs and quarterly reports in a timely fashion for all clients on the caseload.
Produced high quality, punctual documentation of
all casework consistent with outlined program policies and licensure
requirements.
Created, lead, and participated in staff trainings and
seminar presentations as requested in both facilities in Roanoke and Dublin, VA.
Attended group and individual supervision.
Connected clients with community service and resource agencies.
Kept abreast of new and developing information in the mental health field by regularly attending professional conferences and workshops.
Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions.
Displayed sensitivity to the cultural and linguistic needs of the clients and families served.
Involved client's family members in planning social service programs.
Offered expert testimony for legal consultations and court hearings.
Mediated conflicts within families to clarify and resolve underlying issues.
Facilitated a smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout their transitions.
Counselor, 04/2009 - 05/2011 Trinity Health Corporation – Muskegon, MI,
Responsible for providing appropriate camper care including;
bathing, showering, brushing teeth, hair care, toileting (changing incontinence
pads), dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring, clean intermittent
catheterizations and any other activities of daily living.
Responsible for health and safety conditions in assigned cabin.
Keep cabin clean, sanitary, replace supplies when needed, and promptly report
any needed repairs to the Site Manager.
Communicate with parents/guardians about their child’s care on
arrival and departure day.
Assist the campers as needed to participate fully in the camp
program.
Promote camper independence by providing support and choice
options.
Assist program staff to facilitate the camp activities.
Adhere to and support all camp policies, procedures and
guidelines as detailed in the Camp Resource Manual.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Cabin Leader.
Ability to communicate and work as a member of a team.
Ability to observe camper behaviour and apply
appropriate behaviour-management techniques, enforce appropriate safety
regulations and emergency procedures.
Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations
requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire,
evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance
required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
Able to manage lifting, some bending, stooping and
stretching as well as daily exposure to the sun and heat and varying
environmental conditions.
Farmer, 11/1980 - Current C & J Farms – City, STATE,
Managed over 1,000+ acres of family farm.
Pruned trees, shrubs and hedges.
Cared for established lawns by mulching, aerating and weeding.
Performed preventative or routine maintenance on domesticated animals.
Observed animal behavior and reported changes in feeding habits, diet, breeding behavior, health status, physical conditions and other adverse abnormalities.
Conducted routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups.
Completed routine maintenance to prevent future breakdowns.
Regular use of heavy machinery, chainsaws, mowers, and land maintenance machinery.
Planting, fertilizing, and harvesting hay/alfalfa/vegetables/fruits.
Management of undomesticated wildlife.
Education
Bachelor of Arts: Geography/Environmental Studies, Expected in 2004 - Emory and Henry College - Emory, VA GPA:
Master of Arts: Licensed Professional Counselor, Expected in Current - Liberty University - Lynchburg, VA GPA:
Course work in the following...
Professional identity and function
Ethical and legal issues in counseling
Human growth and development
Multicultural counseling
Integration of Spirituality in Counseling
3.86 GPA and pursuing a master degree in counseling. Early core classes will be completed during the Fall 2017 term.
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