Angela Birkhead Heuser

Unit Coordinator - Substance Abuse and Dual Diagnosis Unit - Kentucky One Health - Our Lady of Peace Hospital

Louisville, KY 40217

acyba7@r.postjobfree.com - 502-***-****

To gain employment in an enviroment that allows me to help at risk youth, adults or families with mental health and or substance abuse needs. I am currently seeking a long term, permanent position where I can help others by utilizing my passion and experience in the mental health care field to make a difference in the lives of others and achieve success as valued employee.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Unit Coordinator - Substance Abuse and Dual Diagnosis Unit Kentucky One Health - Our Lady of Peace Hospital - 2014-08 - Present Mental Health Technician

Unit Coordinator for 30 bed substance abuse detox unit catering to patients in need of drug detox and mental health stabilization. Worked directly with Physicians and R.N's to evaluate patient needs and care plans, responsible for data input of doctors orders, new patient intake and discharges, collection of medical history, current medication lists, lab specimens, vitals and EKG's. Consistantly recognized by patients and staff for excellent patient care, ability to de-escilate patient conflict and providing care and compassion to patients of all backgrounds and finding resources for homeless or low income patients with mental health and or addiction issues. My job duties as Unit Coordinator increased as my passion for helping those with mental illness and addictions grew stronger, including researching and providing aftercare options, communtiy based support services and nation wide long term treatment and rehabilitation facilties Private Home Management and Health Care Provider

Disabled and Mental Health Compromised Patient - 2011-06 - 2014-08 In addition to maintaining the household finances and daily operations, were the main job duties as the sole child care provider and health aid to their two daughters, one of which has Downs Syndrome and congenital heart disease. This has led to a variety of duties including scheding and attending appointments with cardiologists, surgeons, pediatricians and working along side the parents with health care providers and child therapists on a regular basis. Having a background as a medical assistant gave me the ability to provide in home care for their child after open heart surgery and during a number of severe illnesses. I have 2 years experience handling social security disability applications and appeals process. I worked with local charities and organizations regarding resources and support for families with disabilities and mental health care needs as well as assisted in teaching both children basic American Sign Language. I currently still provide services to this family on an as needed basis.

Accountant / Bookkeeper / Office Management

Angela Johnson Consulting - 2007-01 - 2012

As a freelance accountant and bookkeeper for several clients I have been responsible for all accounts receivable/payable, sales tax, payroll tax,

payroll for over 300 employees, manage and upkeep of money market accounts, financial consulting, company budgets, insurance liabilities, workmans compensation claims and correspondence, work directly with 8 different CPA's, company audits, reconcile bank and credit card statements and general administrative duties as needed by each individual client. Clients consisted of small medical practices and local businesses.

Office Manager/ Full Charge BookKeeper

Angela Johnson Consulting - Houston, TX - 2007-08 - 2008-07 Managed office and all accounting for multi million dollar interior design firm. Responsible for all accounts receivable and payable, initiate create and track all customer contracts, staff payroll, work with private CPA firm on all job closings as well as quarterly sales and payroll taxes for three states, create and maintain yearly budget, upkeep on all

business policies including but not limited to insurance and legal retainers. Human resource duties include health insurance, 401k policy administrator and maintain employee files. Other duties to include accounting and management of owners personal rental properties as well as all personal finances. Office Manager / Executive Assistant to the President The Harbour Group - Houston, TX - 2005 - 2007-08

Executive Assistant to the president of a Fortune 1000 technology firm. Responsibilities include: creating presentations for board meetings and sales meetings, proofing and constructing lengthy

government proposals, coordinating schedule for the president. Human resource responsibilities include: scheduling interviews,

instructing employees on health insurance and benefits, managing background/reference checks and phone interviews.

Held the title of office safety/ fire

warden.

Office Manager / Executive Assistant

Eagle Trace, Inc - Murrells Inlet, SC - 2001 - 2005 Executive assistant to the owner of four businesses. Responsibilities included:

accounts receivable/payable, payroll, corporate sales and payroll taxes. HR duties include insurance and benefits coordinator, new hire interview team leader and new hire training

coordinator. Other duties: shipping and receiving, internet research, website sales and budgeting. Handled all commercial and residential real estate leases and purchases. Major Account Consultant

Lightyear Communications - Louisville, KY - 2000 - 2001 Sales support for major accounts billing over $10,000.00 monthly. Responsibilities included: analyzing accounts, up-selling current accounts,

assisting top sales agents on sales calls, setting up new accounts and following all new jobs through completion.

Relocation Counselor

Paul Semonin Realtors - Louisville, KY - 1998 - 2000 Responsible for assisting employees of major companies with job transfers and relocation needs, working with real estate agents to finalize closings of properties, budgets, presentations for relocation classes, and training for new agents on the relocation process. Licensed real estate agent. Medical Assistant

Morgan Medical Clinic Prospect - Prospect, KY - 1992 - 1996 Clinical responsibilities included taking vitals and medical history, collect and prepare laboratory specimens, drawing blood, performing basic lab tests, assisted Physician with minor surgical procedures and exams, starting IV's, injections, remove sutures and apply wound care. Office duties included scheduling hospital procedures, process insurance payments and claims, transcribe dictation and general office duties.

EDUCATION

Medical Assistant Program

Phillips College - Louisville, KY

1991 - 1992

Certification in Business

Jefferson Community College - Louisville, KY

1989 - 1991

SKILLS

Substance abuse, Mental Health, Office Administration ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

RELATED SKILLS

* Successful Psychiatric Hospital Unit Coordinator and Mental Health Technician

* Mental Health Care and Substance Abuse Treatment Advocate and Volunteer

*Highly knowledgable in Joint Commission/ OIG compliance, medical terminology (medical and mental health), psychaiatric diagnosis and medication usage.

*Extremely proffesional and have excellent history of working with physicians, nurses, hospital management, therapists and individuals with medical and mental health care needs of all social and economic backgrounds.

*Organized, dependable and posses excellent communication and problem solving skills.

*Experience working as a volunteer with at risk teens and youth of all backgrounds to build self esteem, improve grades and obtain local and state resources to better their lives.

* Proficient in various medical office software, QuickBooks, Peachtree, Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

**Excellent references available from all past employers, coworkers & volunteer organization leaders**

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