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Case Management Entry Level Other Behavioral Health Positions Full time

I am a dedicated and experienced Clinical Psychologist with a strong background in mental health assessment, therapy, and counseling. I have a passion for helping individuals overcome challenges and improve their overall well-being. With a solid educational foundation and extensive work experience, I am committed to providing high-quality care and support to those in need.

Skills

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Addiction Counseling
  • Group Therapy
  • Individual / Group Counseling
  • Case Management
  • Intake Experience
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Child & Family Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Communication skills
  • Computer skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Social work
  • Care plans
  • Typing
  • Teaching
  • Interviewing
  • Customer service
  • Higher education teaching
  • Child protective services
  • Quality management
  • Medical terminology
  • Microsoft Word
  • CPT coding
  • ICD-10
  • EMR systems
  • Psychotherapy

Licenses and certifications

  • Driver's License - Class D

Work Experience

Assessment and Referral Therapist
Lincoln Prairie Behavioral Health Center Jul 2016 - Jan 2023

Conduct mental health assessments, provide therapy, develop treatment plans, and offer crisis intervention services. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients.

Drum Instructor
Rock Shop, Inc. Feb 2009 - Jul 2020

Instructed students in snare drum rudiments, drum set techniques, and music reading. Managed individual and group lessons to enhance musical skills and performance abilities.

Therapist
Mental Health Centers of Central Illinois Feb 2008 - Nov 2008

Conducted mental health and substance abuse assessments, developed treatment plans, facilitated individual and family therapy sessions, and provided crisis intervention services.

Education

BA in History
University of Illinois at Springfield
MA in Clinical Psychology
University of Illinois at Springfield Jan 1994 - May 1997
BA in Psychology
Sangamon State University Dec 1992 - Present
AA in Liberal Arts
Lincoln Land Community College Dec 1990 - Present