Mental Health Substance Abuse
Resume:
SAPRINA GEE
Ansonia, CT *****
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EDUCATION
Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, CT
Masters of Science: Clinical Mental Health Counseling, License Eligible,
August 2010
University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies, May 2002
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Cornell Scott Hill Health Center, New Haven, CT
1/2010-8/2010
Internship Student
. Conducted biopsycsocial assessments, formulated diagnosis utilizing
DSM-IV criteria, developed evidence based treatment plans, and
completed progress notes.
. Provided individual mental health and substance abuse counseling to
lower socioeconomic status and/or court mandated adults, of various
ethnic and racial backgrounds in an urban setting.
. Facilitated relapse prevention groups to adults in various stages of
recovery.
. Coordinated client placement into Intensive Outpatient Programs.
Griffin Hospital Intensive Outpatient Program, Derby, CT 8/2009-
12/2009
Practicum Student
. Facilitated evening groups, of 10 to 20 adults, in relapse prevention,
coping skills, and psychotherapy groups with substance abuse and/or
mental health diagnosis.
. Developed and implemented group session activities.
. Provided weekly individual counseling, developed evidence based
treatment plans and completed progress notes.
. Collaborated with collateral contacts to ensure a seamless transition
at time of discharge.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Familyread Facilitator Triple P Level Three
Provider
Connecticut Counseling Association Presenter
SAPRINA GEE
190 Beaver Street
Ansonia, CT 06401
**********@*******.***
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Parent Child Resource Center, Derby, CT 6/2006-Present
Family Enrichment Services Specialist
. Provide home based services to DCF referred parents/guardians who may
have a mental health diagnosis and/or substance abuse history that
require assistance with improving parenting skills.
. Develop and utilize individualized service agreements to enhance
parenting abilities.
. Teach parents/guardians discipline techniques individually and in
group settings.
. Advocate for and refer parents to various local and state agencies.
Chapel Haven, Inc., New Haven, CT 4/2005-5/2006
Benefits Coordinator
. Obtained and maintained state and federal entitlements, such as Social
Security, Medicare, food stamps, cash assistance and DDS services for
60 cognitive and mentally impaired individuals.
. Provided relief support to clients who need assistance with grocery
shopping, transportation, and maneuvering within the court system.
Team Child Care Services, Ansonia, CT 9/2002-8/2004
Family Advocate
. Provided case management for 41 Head Start families of various
socioeconomic, cultural, and educational backgrounds.
. Developed goals, individualized action plans, and conducted home
visits.
. Assisted parents in learning how to advocate for children with various
developmental, behavioral and emotional difficulties.
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office Products
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