Administrative Assistant Management
Resume:
Alexandria S. Wade MA, LPC, NCC
abja8m@r.postjobfree.com
Hope Mills, N.C. 28348
404-***-**** cell
910-***-**** home
Objective: Aim to reduce psychological distress, enhance and promote
psychological wellbeing, while being a part of a multidisciplinary
team.
Education
Argosy University Atlanta, GA
M.A. Counseling Psychology June 2008
Framingham State College
Framingham, MA Counseling Psychology
Sept 2004 - Dec 2004
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA
Major - Psychology
May 2004
Minor - Creative Writing
Work Experience
North Fulton Treatment Center Alpharetta, GA
Psychotherapist (40+ hrs/wk) Oct 2008-
Sept 2010
Provide counseling, psychotherapy and related services to individuals and
families, addressing psychological, interpersonal, and developmental
problems.
. Provide case management and account management services.
. Perform diagnostic evaluations and assign appropriate multi-axial DSM
IV classification.
. Participate in case review and other staff meetings.
. Complete all forms, reports and records as required.
. Coordinate initial and ongoing contact with medical insurance and
managed care companies.
. Supervise interns. Offer workshops/trainings when called upon.
. Participate in continuing education to maintain professional
certification/license. Maintain a standard of 75% of available time
in direct service.
. Participate in supervision with Clinical Supervisor.
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
Behavioral Data Specialist (40 hrs/wk) Aug 2008-Oct
2008
Organize and maintain data collection and statistical analysis system for
program(s). Apply behavior modification techniques through applied
behavior analysis (ABA), and assist with research activities and staff
training.
. Calculate reliability coefficients and summarize reliability data
of various direct observation data collection systems.
. Assist in the monitoring and adjustment of routine behavioral
assessments and protocols.
. Assume responsibility for case-related activities in conjunction
with the primary therapist (e.g., running analyze and compare
programs, staff training, anticipating case related needs).
. Assist with the training of staff regarding data collection for
assessments and treatment protocols.
. Utilizes safe and appropriate handling, management and guidance
procedures when transporting or working with patients.
. Assist in the implementation of research protocols and maintenance
of research literature and educational materials.
. Assist in the purchase and maintenance of supplies necessary for
implementation of behavior protocols.
Northside Hospital Atlanta, GA
Outpatient Mental Health (Intern) (30+ hrs/wk) Sept 2007-
June 2008
Use the methods and findings of psychology and psychological theories with
clients to enable them to make positive changes in their lives.
. assessing a client's needs, abilities or behavior using a variety of
methods, including interviews and direct observation of behavior;
. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside doctors, nurses,
social workers, clinical therapist, education professionals, and
health visitors. Devising and monitoring appropriate programs of
treatment, including therapy, counseling or advice, in collaboration
with colleagues;
. offering therapy for difficulties relating to anxiety, depression,
addictions, social and interpersonal problems, challenging behavior
and, increasingly, a range of more difficult problems;
. rehabilitating long-term client's into the community;
. developing and evaluating service provision;
. providing consultation to other professions, encouraging a
psychological approach in their work
DHR Division of Family and Children Services Lawrenceville,
GA
Social Service Worker (24/7) Dec 2005- March 2007
Provide direct and indirect client services to ensure that individuals in
my care reach their maximum level of functioning. Assess clients' needs,
establish their eligibility for benefits and services such as food stamps,
Medicaid, or welfare, and help to obtain them. Monitor and keep case
records on clients and report progress to supervisors and other case
managers. Organize and lead group activities, assist clients in need of
counseling or crisis intervention.
. Case management on a daily basis.
. Detailed administration work
. Transporting
. Escorting
. Monthly contacts with families
The New England Center for Children of Autism
Framingham, MA
Teacher (40 hrs/wk)
June 2004 - Aug 2005
Instructed private school students (K-12) with physical, cognitive, and
emotional/behavioral disabilities. Adapted and developed educational
materials to meet the unique needs of my students, while striving to ensure
that my students reached their full learning potential. Responsible for
conducting one on one class with each student. Classes consisted of math,
science, language arts, etc. Courses were conducted in a Residential
setting as well as in an Academic setting.
. Case management on a quarterly basis covering assigned student's
progression, regression, and other note worthy information
. Administered medications
. Administrative Detail: filing, coping, faxing, etc.
. Parental contacts on a weekly basis to keep the parents updated on
their child's progress
. Created new classes/programs after a student has mastered their
intended goal(s)
. Supervised a staff of four
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA
Administrative Assistant (20+ hrs/wk)
Jan 2003 - May 2004
. Assembled student registration and faculty information packets
. Answered telephones (1- 12 Lines)
. Attended to program inquiries
. Applicant response, appointment arrangements.
. Administrative detail: filing, copying, faxing, etc.
William James Middle School
Statesboro, GA
Program Counselor
Oct 2003 - May 2004
Oversaw a full evening experience for children ages 10-15 in a variety of
indoor and outdoor activities. Motivated and tutored students who were
having trouble in academic affairs. Excelled in managing large groups of
children. Provided this experience I worked in coordination with other
instructors in teaching specific academics including: math, science, social
studies, and language arts.
. Role model and overseer of students' educational development
. Displayed strong communication skills with young adolescents
. Provided a safe and comfortable environment for special needs children
. Exhibited effective responsibility through daily dialogues, and
curriculum tutoring
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA
Resident Advisor
Jan 2002 - May 2002
Responsibilities included promoting and maintaining a positive living
environment for all residents. By fulfilling the roles of peer advisor,
role model, programmer, administrator, and limit-setter. Through
facilitating personal, social, and academic development of my residents.
. Demonstrated the ability to work independently in a resident hall
. Ability to take on several task at once
. Maintained a positive attitude while observing a notable amount of
patience
. Provided a well-balanced variety of activities through social,
educational and diverse programs to build a sense of community
. Effectively responded to personal concerns and difficulties of
residents
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
. First Aid trained - Observer - 47 wpm
. CPR certified - Level-headed - Self-
motivated
. Microsoft Windows/Office - Public speaking -
Professional
. SPSS/SAS - Organizing - Detail-minded
. Conducting interviews - Multitasking - Listener
. Professional Writing - Leadership - Data Entry
Activities
. Order of The Eastern Stars/Masonic
. Chi Sigma Iota (Academic and professional Honors Fraternity)
. Organized a Take Back The Night program, for Georgia Southern Univ.
Campus
. Taught reading to illiterate adults (using Laubach Literacy Program)
. Judicial Board member (Georgia Southern University)
. Reading to students at the community library
. Mentor freshman psychology students
. Boys and Girls Club of America Volunteer
References can be furnished upon request
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