I am seeking an environment where I can grow professionally and personally. I want a highly rewarding experience where I can use my skills and knowledge for organizational and personal growth. I want to succeed in an environment of growth and excellence to meet personal and organizational goals.
Skills
- Addiction counseling
- Micros POS
- Crisis Intervention (4 years)
- Child & family counseling (4 years)
- Time management
- Medical terminology
- Behavioral Health
- Leadership
- Computer skills
- Intake Experience
- Motivational interviewing
- Psychotherapy
- Communication skills
- Patient assessment
- Case Management (4 years)
- Mental Health Counseling
- Individual / Group Counseling (4 years)
- Crisis Management
- Organizational skills
- Social Work
- Quality management
- Management
Licenses and certifications
- Driver's License
- LPC (April 2024 to March 2027)
Substance Abuse Counselor
Thresholds-11th district police station
Jan 2024 - Present
- Conducted individual assessments to evaluate clients' substance abuse history, mental health status, and treatment needs
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to clients in need, demonstrating empathy and understanding in challenging situations
- Provided relapse prevention education and coping skills training, equipping clients with the tools necessary for long-term recovery
- Advocated for clients' needs and coordinated referrals to external services, such as vocational training, housing assistance, and legal support
- Adhered to ethical guidelines and professional standards in the field of substance abuse counseling, ensuring the well-being and confidentiality of clients
Therapist
Chicago Psychology Services
Apr 2024 - Present
- Conducting initial consultations to gather patient information
- Assessing patients’ emotional and mental health and developing treatment plans to meet them
- Asking questions and listening to help patients explore their thoughts and feelings
- Leading patients through mental exercises and activities when beneficial
- Counseling and advising patients on issues of importance to them
- Intervening with emergency care techniques and protocols when patients are in crisis
- Providing referrals for additional care or services when required
- Maintaining detailed confidential records
Intern, Outpatient Therapist, Crisis Counselor
Leyden Family Service & Mental Health Center
Jul 2020 - Oct 2023
- Completing mental health assessments and DSM 5 diagnosis
- Providing clinical therapy services to clients and collaterals
- Conduct individual, family and group therapy in an agency setting
- Working with medical professionals, psychiatrist, schools, and other providers as necessary to coordinate care for clients
- Complete all necessary paperwork in compliance with Medicaid rule 132 (mental health assessments, treatment plans, progress notes)
- Preform diagnostic duties including referrals to internal and external sources, and prior authorizations for services
- Assume responsibility for continued professional growth including maintaining CEUS for professional license
- Assessed clients at homes, school, emergency rooms, hospital, and in office
- Provided resources to individuals who called our crisis line and received called through SASS for children
- Received called through 988 and if we needed to go out into the community we would go out with a clinician
Master's degree in Marriage & Family Therapy
Northeastern Illinois University
May 2017 - May 2021
Bachelor's degree in Psychology
Northeastern Illinois University
Jan 2014 - May 2017