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Case Management Licensed Professional Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Management Nonprofit Full time

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)

Work Experience

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

Education

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