Mental Health Training
Resume:
Susan Page,PsyD
Email: *********@********.***
Address: **** ******* *********
City: Los Angeles
State: CA
Zip: 90048
Country: USA
Phone: 312-***-****
Skill Level: Experienced
Salary Range: $150,000
Willing to Relocate
Primary Skills/Experience:
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Educational Background:
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Job History / Details:
Susan L. Page, Psy.D.
1958 North Columbia St., PMB 222
Milledgeville, GA 31061
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EDUCATION
Illinois School of Professional Psychology/Chicago 2004
Clinical/Forensic Internship/Elgin Mental Health Center 2001-2002
Assessing Neuropsychological Impairment
Among The Elderly; Quantitative
Clinical Research Project 2004
Western Michigan University 1997
Degree: Master of Arts
Major: Counseling Psychology
Western Michigan University 1995
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Major: Applied Behavior Analysis/Psychology
Licensure:
AZ #4008 2008
IL #071.007102 2005
GA #0352 2011
Professional Experience
The Columbus Organization, Inc.
@ Central State Hospital, Milledgeville, GA
Forensic Psychologist: July 2011-current
Provide psychological services to civilly committed offenders adjudicated Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) and individuals who have been either referred for a pre-trial, 90-day, or final Competency to Stand Trial Evaluation (I.S.T.). Conduct annual violence risk assessments and periodic risk updates for court notification to be utilized at civil commitment hearings. Provide court testimony at hearings in order to obtain a court order either mandating initial or continued civil commitment, and/or a court order for the client`s community reintegration, contingent upon continued treatment adherence, mental stability, and willingness/ability to implement coping skills. Conduct psychological evaluations to inform and implement evidence-based treatment, provide ongoing clinical consultation to other disciplines, and liaison with court authority. Consult with multidisciplinary team members regarding diagnoses, psychopathology, personality characteristics, behavioral guidelines and support plans to be utilized with challenging client cases, especially those clients predicted to be at high risk for engaging in violence to self, others, and/or property.
In collaboration with the unit psychiatrist, provide leadership and oversight to recovery planning team members. Function within a women's maximum security unit, wherein timeliness, organization, and evaluation acuity are necessary components to obtaining relevant forensic background information and legal issues involved in new admissions. Within 48 hours of admission, conduct a structured assessment of short-term risk and treatability, including the individuals` contemplated stage of change, assessment of potential malingering, intellectual assessment, clinical and forensic interviews, and a psychosocial assessment. Perform I.S.T. reports (pretrial, 90-day, and final) followed by notifying the courts of the assessee`s current status as related to their competency to stand trial, or need for competency restoration. Provide testimony at competency, civil commitment, and/or any other type of hearing as indicated by subpoena. Ensure legal status and requirements for forensic individuals on the unit are accurate and in compliance with the law. Provide psychological services to civilly committed offenders adjudicated Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) and I.S.T. clients. Perform annual violence risk assessments and periodic risk evaluation updates informed by forensic psychological evaluations including, at a minimum, the (HCR-20) Historical, Clinical, and Risk Management Risk Factors Assessment & the (PCL-R) Psychopathy Checklist-Revised, forensic interview, collateral interviews, and extensive review of medical and forensic files. Prepare and/or oversee the timely completion of behavioral/functional assessments and behavior support plans. Oversee data collection relative to evidence-based practice to ensure that outcomes are evaluated regularly in treatment team meetings and plans are modified or discontinued as indicated. Function as a Subcommittee Member on Task Force for employees falsely accused of client abuse, identification of the sequelae of problems, and performance improvement facilitation.
Conmed Healthcare Management, Inc., (Conmed, Inc.)
@ Pima Adult Detention Center
Mental Health Clinical Director: 06/2008-02/2010
Hired initially under a separate contract company, Correctional Medical Services, (CMS) as the Mental Health Clinical Director. Performed program development and implementation for a newly opened (2008) mental health sub-acute unit, (i.e., interventions/schedule of psycho education/process) groups, individual assessment/therapeutic needs. Performed ongoing collaboration with the Medical Departmental Administrators/Employees, key Correctional Administrators/Unit Staff, (DIH) Department of Institutional Health Administrators/Auditors, as well as continued supervision/training of the Mental Health Clinicians. Repertoire of clinical evaluation(s)/risk assessment(s)/crisis interventions/brief therapy modalities implemented derived from APA evidenced-based practice, integrated with the most current guidelines/recommendations National Commission on Correctional Healthcare Services (NCCHC), and American Correctional Associations (ACA). Ongoing supervision of at least 8 to 13 supervisees at any given time throughout my employment at the Pima County Adult Detention Center (PCADC). Supervisees trained according to BBHE`s supervision curriculum and requirements.
In 08/2008, CMS was released as the mental health vendor and replaced by Conmed, Inc. At this time, my roles and responsibilities increased and changed frequently due to the reorganization of the policies/procedures/staffing requirements/mental health delivery/intensive training with mental health clinicians, medical, and custody staff members. Ongoing oversight of both the sub-acute and acute mental health units including, but not limited to; weekly interdisciplinary meetings, monthly and a 40-hour yearly training with correctional staff members regarding identification/management/notification procedures to the appropriate either medical and/or mental health professionals. Ongoing oversight and communication with Restoration to Competency Program (RTC) Administrators and clinical staff members.
During my employment, mental health performance indicators demonstrated ongoing improvements, as evidenced by (DIH) auditing processes/feedback. Ongoing identification/evaluation/testimony regarding inmates presenting with the need for Court-Ordered Treatment related to both non-emergency and emergency Title 36 procedures. In January 2009, the mental health contract was modified to bring in an additional mental health vendor, Correctional Mental Health Services (CMHS), a subsidiary of Conmed, Inc. to oversee the mental health delivery system specifically. Once again, my roles and responsibilities increased and changed frequently due to the reorganization of the policies/procedures/staffing requirements/mental health delivery/intensive training with mental health clinicians, medical, and correctional staff members. This author resigned from employment with Conmed, Inc. in February 2010.
Center for Excellence, Inc.@
The Monarch Therapeutic Boarding School
Heron, MT
Family Counselor: 06/07-05/08
Conducted long-term individual, group, and family therapy; performed psychoeducational and psychological batteries; feedback sessions with parents, students, and interdisciplinary team members; parent coaching; collaboration with educational consultants; monthly verbal and written reports on student progress and/or regress. Ongoing treatment planning/program initiatives tailored to individual student`s needs. Ongoing immersion/experiential learning with students and family members aimed at increased communication, self and other awareness, and increased cohesion with family members, decreasing youth`s and parent`s cognitive distortions, and facilitating independent, prosocial living. This author resigned from employment in May, 2008.
llinois Department of Juvenile Justice (formerly Illinois Department of Corrections)
Contractual Psychologist, Health Professionals Ltd.
Chicago, Illinois
Staff Psychologist: 04/05-05/07
Conducted individual, group, and hypnotherapy with juvenile delinquent population; evaluated mental status/potential risk of juveniles upon entering and leaving the facility to determine special classification status/specific bunking issues/mental health needs, etc.; performed crisis stabilization of youth experiencing acute symptoms/situational crisis; trained crisis team members in mental health risk factors; functioned as a multidisciplinary team member; developed/maintained relationships with local universities; supervised the internship training program; directed training/supervision with interns; trained IDOC employees in Emergency Mental Health Procedures, Inmate Sexual Assault, Prevention and Intervention, and Juvenile Cognitive Behavior; Currently developing/implementing programs which reflect the (BARJ) Balanced and Restorative Justice Philosophy; evidenced based treatment. Achieved 100% compliance rating during 2005 External Audit. This author resigned from employment in May 2007.
Applied Legal Psychiatry & Psychology
www.alpsych.com
Chicago, Illinois
Business Partner/Psychometrician: 04/01-06/04
Business Partner/Forensic Psychologist: 06/04- 05/07
Conducted pre-employment suitability (psychological screening) assessments for potential police officers, paramedics, and firefighters; perform fitness for duty evaluations (psychological screening) for law enforcement, corporations and public agencies; conducted workplace violence evaluations, conduct social security disability evaluations; expert witness testimony; performed as a psychometrician for child custody evaluations, alleged sexual offenses and/or victims; conduct psychometric duties for neuropsychological screenings; conducted career counseling assessments, performed psychotherapy with populations suffering from anxiety, depression, addiction(s), sexual dysfunction, eating disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and adjustment issues, utilize research of forensic, clinical, and neuropsychology to inform my practice. This author left the private practice in May 2007.
Forensic Psychology Associates
Chicago, Illinois
Psychometrician: 01/00-06/04
Forensic Psychologist: 06/04- 05/07
Same duties as above
Creative Ventures Worldwide
Chicago, Illinois
Corporate Assessments Consultant: 04/99-04/00
Conducted corporate assessments with potential employees as a screening tool; utilized behavioral methods in the interviewing process as another screening tool; conducted seminars on stress management, employee satisfaction, sexual harassment, and other workplace issues; implemented EEOC guidelines into hiring practices; developed policy handbook and job descriptions; co-facilitated sales training and motivational seminars focusing on sales strategies, interpersonal skills, first impressions, time-management, conflict-resolution, and assertiveness training; utilized research of industrial, corporate, and clinical psychology to inform my practice. This author resigned from employment in April 2000.
Allegan General Hospital
Allegan, Michigan 02/98-08/98
Conducted individual and group therapy with both inpatient and outpatient populations; functioned as an interdisciplinary team member; marketed and provided employee assistance services to various corporations; fulfilled the role of Employee Assistance Professional; worked in adult inpatient and affiliated outpatient practice; fulfilled role of interdisciplinary team member; marketed EAP services to various corporations; engaged in critical incident debriefing; worked mostly with adults, but also some children and adolescents; worked with chronically and acutely mentally as well as forensic populations on inpatient unit; within the outpatient setting, worked with depression, personality disorders, Bi-Polar, chronic pain, job-jeopardy cases, adjustment disorders, etc. This author resigned from employment in August 1998.
The Ark Runaway Shelter
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Crisis Counselor: 02/96-08/98
Assessed juvenile offender/delinquent population for admission to our treatment facility; worked within short-term residential treatment center; assessed clients for referral to various continuing treatment program options; developed and led psychoeducation groups focusing on various adolescent, forensic, and safety issues; facilitated group therapy focusing on issues such as family dynamics, loss, trauma, depression, aggression, etc.; performed crisis management; worked with police and juvenile detention centers. This author resigned from employment in August 1998.
Clinical Experience
Elgin Mental Health Center
Elgin, Illinois
Clinical Internship: 08/01-08/02
Two-thousand hour clinical internship as partial completion of Doctoral Degree: conducted thorough mental health intake interviews; conducted (NGRI) Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity evaluations while working on a locked, male forensic unit; completed competency to stand trial evaluations while working on a locked, female forensic unit; performed fitness restoration group treatment; led a men`s problem-solving group; co-led a women`s substance abuse group; led a responsibility group; conducted cognitive-behavioral individual therapy sessions with men and women; utilized previous sex-offender treatment therapy research to assess and treat a sex offender adjudicated NGRI; conducted yearly psychological assessment updates on forensic patients; participated in community reintegration activities for the forensic patients.
Depke Juvenile Justice Complex
Vernon Hills, Illinois
Therapy Practicum Student 08/00- 06/01
Five-hundred hour therapy practicum as partial completion of Doctoral Degree; conducted psychological and neuropsychological screening on an as needed basis; lead group therapy with adolescent juvenile population focusing on assertiveness training, anger management, criminal thinking pattern identification, problem-solving, etc.; conducted family and individual therapy sessions; assisted in program planning; performed crisis management; consulted with probation officers, judges, attorneys, etc. in treatment/aftercare planning; and conducted thorough intake interviews.
Veterans Administration Hospital, Westside Division
Chicago, Illinois
Practicum Student 07/99-07/00
Five-hundred hour diagnostic practicum as partial completion of Doctoral Degree; conduct neuropsychological assessments; conduct full psychological batteries, work with veteran and limited forensic populations; work with mostly adult males; co-lead and lead group psychotherapy; fulfill role of interdisciplinary team member; conduct individual therapy; participate in program development via utilizing personal research to increase the repertoire of techniques used in group therapy; present case material to peers and various clinicians; work with chronically and acutely mentally ill as well as patients with cognitive deficits secondary to head trauma.
Borgess Medical Center, Inc.
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Practicum Student 06/97-12/97
Completed a five-hundred hour practicum as partial completion of Master`s Degree in Counseling Psychology; attended courtroom hearings regarding involuntary hospitalization hearings; worked in adult inpatient mental health unit; co-led and led psychoeducation groups focusing on successful thinking, irrational belief systems, assertiveness, problem-solving, and relaxation training; co-led and led psychotherapy groups; worked with acutely and chronically mentally ill populations; fulfilled role of individual therapist; conducted psychological and intellectual assessment.
Lazar Psychological Services
Battle Creek, Michigan
Practicum Student 06/97- 12/97
Completed a five-hundred hour practicum as partial completion of Master`s Degree in Counseling Psychology; assessed sexual perpetrators for progress in court-mandated treatment; assisted in forensic research with sex offenders; fulfilled role of individual and group therapist; worked with client population consisting of children, adolescents, and adults; provided individual therapy to clients suffering from adjustment disorders, trauma, loss, depression, personality disorders, sex offense, chronic pain and terminal illness, anxiety disorders, etc.
Center for Counseling and Psychological Services
Department of Counseling Psychology,
Western Michigan University
Practicum Student 05/97-08/97
Completed sixteen-week practicum as partial completion of Master`s Degree in Counseling Psychology; provided psychotherapeutic treatment to Kalamazoo community adult residents.
Gryphon Place Help-Line
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Help-line telephone counselor 11/94-11/96
Completed a 60 hour training session on empathy training, crisis work, referral networks, etc.; functioned as a volunteer worker; assisted clients in obtaining immediate community assistance for callers with crisis needs; de-escalated callers in crisis situations; assisted with training of future crisis volunteer staff.
Project Help Teaching Practicum
Department of Behavioral Psychology
Western Michigan University
Practicum Student 09/94-12/94
Completed a sixteen-week practicum as partial completion of Bachelor`s Degree in Psychology; provided direct instruction to fourth-grade learning disabled students on curriculum including reading comprehension and concepts of grammar; established positive rapport with students to promote maximum learning; implemented behavioral techniques such as reinforcement, extinction, and modification to provide incentive to the students.
Professor Assistant
Department of Behavioral Psychology
Western Michigan University, 09/93-12/93
Observed/evaluated research videotapes with autistic children; assisted fellow students on learning objectives in a Child Psychology course.
Research Experience
Illinois School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, Illinois
Assessing Neuropsychological Impairment Among the Elderly; Quantitative Clinical Research Project
2002-2004
Collected data in the creation of normative data for ages 90-95 year old individual on the (RBANS), Repeatable Battery for the Assessment of Neuropsychological Status; authored the C.P.; will continue the project to increase the sample size and create a supplemental book of norms for the RBANS.
Lazar Psychological Associates
Battle Creek, Michigan
Haugen R. & Page S.L. (in-press) Role-Taking Perspective and Empathy
Training on Sex Offenders.
06/97-06/98
Submitted for presentation at APA conference; submitted for publication in the Journal of Sex Offenders; collected data regarding the subject`s increase or decrease in the following variables: empathy, narcissism, and cognitive distortions; conducted a thorough literature review; co-authored the article.
Research Team Member
Western Michigan University
Department of Counseling Psychology
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Bowers, E.M. (1997, Spring). The effect of CT/RT- Quality School Programming On Attendance, Academic Performance, Student Self-Concept, and Relationships in a Rural Elementary School. Journal of Reality Therapy 16 (2), 21-30. 09/95-12/96
Completed this research project as partial completion of Research Methods course; collected data from the instructors regarding their perception of the CT/RT effectiveness since implementation; applied statistical analysis; worked with a team of four other students; created survey assessment tools.
Research Assistant
Western Michigan University
Department of Behavioral Psychology
09/94-02/95
Performed extensive research utilizing Finder, Psychinfo & Social Sciences Citation Index; read and summarized articles regarding techniques used to increase employee productivity in various workplace settings.
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