Aranda Lee, M. ED

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Cincinnati, OH 45211, United States

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Counseling/Mental Health//Social Services/Education/Community Services

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position as a counselor, social services provider, mental health professional, Educator, and/or MRDD service provider.

FUNCTIONAL SUMMARY

I am a professional individual with five plus years of social service, mental health and MRDD experience. I have excellent, counseling, mental health, teaching, communication and problem solving skills. I am thoroughly experienced in case management, group facilitation, independent client sessions, and mental health/MRDD program management. I have thorough knowledge of mental health concepts, techniques and behavioral principles. I am trained and experienced in addiction counseling and sobriety care. I have managed five plus employees and twenty-five plus clients at one time while having superb networking knowledge and skills of major social service agencies and/or contacts.

Telephonic Personal Health Coach

Humana 2016-Present

Provided Health Coaching to Geriatric Patients

Assisted members with health plans and goals

Assisted members with needed resources

Referred members to appropriate Humana Departments

Applied computerized concepts to member’s needs

Assisted members with medical concerns

Provided medical information within the scope of the role

Provided information about medication needs as within the scope of the role

Provided mental health information within the scope of the role

Mental Health Case Manager

Talbert House 2015-2016

Provided mental health management care to clients

Assisted clients with daily, independent living skills

Assisted clients with medication management

Completed daily progress notes on clients

Completed In-Service Plans on clients

Completed other necessary required paper work on a timely basis

Transported clients to necessary appointments

Assisted clients with Social Security Benefits

Assisted clients with legal issues and Medicaid spenddowns

Collaborated with Summit behavioral on discharge plans and goals of clients

Collaborated with jail staff, housing agencies, HCJFS and other agencies on behalf of the clients

Psychology Adjunct

ITT Technical Institute 2013- 2014

Taught psychology to Bachelor students.

Assigned appropriate homework, projects assignments to students.

Graded assignments.

Maintained grades while incorporating the syllabus.

Provided group activities within the teaching techniques.

Addiction Counselor

The NKY Med Clinic 2012-2013

Processed daily intakes and processed daily paperwork.

Interviewed potential candidates for the program.

Provide counseling to clients.

Managed and monitored caseload of clients.

Audited client files on a daily basis.

Conduct several groups per week.

Provide daily orientation for new clients.

Monitor and input computerized client information.

Collect daily drug screens.

Collaborate with medical staff on client files.

Resident Support Worker/Counseling Intern

Tender Mercies 2010-2012

Monitored mentally ill, MRDD and addicted residents daily.

Administered and monitored mental health medication.

Documented clinical notes of residents daily.

Monitored mental health symptoms of residents.

Updated records monthly.

Assisted residents with daily needs.

Practiced crises intervention and de-escalation techniques when needed.

Collaborated with primary case managers and medical personnel.

Assisted with legal concerns when needed.

Collaborated with volunteers and staff as needed.

Assisted with additional emergency needs.

Provided individual counseling to clients

Provided Group Counseling to Clients

Provided documentation of client’s mental health statuses

Mental Health Clinician

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services 2006-2010

Managed caseload of twenty-five to forty clients.

Assisted adults with overcoming challenging barriers.

Utilized ISP’s and diagnostic assessment tools to assess clients with mental health and addiction issues.

Assisted clients with court and legal proceedings.

Transported clients to clinic and social service agencies to assist them with their independent needs.

Monitored clients on a regular basis for individual needs and/or progress.

Completed necessary paper work and utilization hours needed for sufficient work performance requirements.

Unit Supervisor

Talbert House 2005-2006

Managed and maintained the addictions/mental health facility.

Conducted daily self-sufficiency, addiction, groups and counseling sessions with clients.

Assisted with obtaining permanent housing for the clients while addressing their sobriety and legal barriers.

Completed ISP's and Diagnostic Assessments on each client.

Enforced client rules and regulations by administering passes and curfews.

Collaborated and met with legal staff for clients with probation and parole requirements.

Conducted job fairs for the company and networked with outside agencies.

Submitted several weekly and monthly reports to parole officers, supervisory staff and others.

Met with supervisory and other staff members to discuss client concerns and needs.

Assisted clients with addictions and psychiatric needs while administering/monitoring medication.

Special Education Assistant Teacher

International college Preparatory Academy 2004-2005

Assisted with addressing mental health challenges of the students.

Assisted with IEP's and other paper work needed to accommodate the needs of the students.

Assisted students with reading, math and other educational challenges.

Collaborated with parents, teachers and supervisory staff on the students' progress.

Organized field trips and events for the children.

Assisted students with obtaining appropriate mental health coping skills for academic success.

Clerical Professional

CMHA Housing Authority 1998-2004

Audited client files and records for proper compliant issues.

Conducted briefings for new incoming clients to the program.

Conducted recertification appointments for clients.

Administered necessary paper work for staff and clients.

Collaborated with and assisted the CMHA inspectors.

Assisted clients with additional low-income needs and with understanding questions pertaining to the program.

Assisted with conducting job fairs for the company and networked with various agencies on CMHA's policies and procedures.

EDUCATION

Lindsey Wilson College

M.A. Mental Health Counseling & Education

GPA 3.5. Studying state board required coursework to obtain mental health license

The Union Institute and University

B.A. Psychology, Minor: Women's Studies

GPA 2.8. Studied mental health diagnosis, women's behaviors and mental health medications.

Southwestern Business College

A.S.S Business, Minor: Computer Programming

GPA 3.0. Studied business concepts and business management skills

VOLUNTEER WORK

Founder and CEO of "Rhetorical Spirit of Praise" a non-profit agency geared to assist with under- privileged youth.

Organized fundraiser events and performances.

Counsel and mentor at risk youth.

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