Mental Health Training Special Training in Group Therapy 1 year progr

Julian M. Ridolphi, Jr.

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Profile

Experienced senior management professional with 25+ years of experience in business operations, clinical administration, mental health education, and therapeutic training/intervention.

Establish positive rapport in collaboration with management, physicians, clinical staff, volunteers, and key members of the community and business industry.

Flexible and influential leader with strong communication and interpersonal skills as demonstrated through personnel selection, development, training, and management.

Proven record of contributions to bottom-line results through strategic planning and growth initiatives.

Analytical, independent thinker with sound judgment, decision-making, and problem resolution expertise.

Academic Background

New Symphony Center - Atlanta, Georgia (1992)

Certified Group Practitioner, Group Therapy Specialization

Completed 144 hours of Post Graduate Training

Troy State University - Troy, Alabama (Degree Conferred 1982)

Master of Science in Counseling and Human Development

Troy State University - Troy, Alabama (Degree Conferred 1976)

Bachelor of Science in Social Rehabilitation Services

Professional Experience

PRIVATE SOLO PRACTITIONER- CASH PRACTICE JUNE 2012-PRESENT

JULIAN M. RIDOLPHI, LPC, LMFT, MLAP, BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA

Counseling and therapy services provided for assessment and evaluation of mental health disorders, family of origin or historic pain that has manifested in a today’s problem of anxiety, depression, OCD bipolar disorder or substance abuse. Individual and group therapy provided for treatment of these disorders.

Marriage and family evaluation and therapy provided as well as pre- and post-divorce custody and visitation evaluation and recommendation- Parent Coordinator work with high conflict couples in post-divorce custody and visitation cases.

PROVIDER TO ALABAMA STATE BAR, LAWYERS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Evaluation, individual, and group therapy to attorneys referred to the program and recommendation to the Bar on course of treatment.

PROVIDER TO U.S. PROBATIONS, NORTHERN DISTRICT

Contract to provide evaluation, individual, and group therapy of clients referred by probation officer to the program. Recommendations are made to probation on course of treatment as well as compliance with ongoing treatment.

DUI PROGRAM

DUI program with certain municipalities for clients receiving deferred prosecution. Clients must complete phase I and, for multiple offenders or high BAC levels or background of substance abuse, phase II.

Group therapy for recovering addicts as well as clients recovering from mental health problems and personal growth issues.

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CLINICAL DIRECTOR FEBRUARY 2016-OCTOBER 2016

ST. ANNE’S HOME, INC., BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA

Developed, directed, oversaw, and maintained an approved program that complied with Alabama Department of Mental Health guidelines

Monitored and supervised assigned staff, students, and volunteers

Prepared a monthly report for the Executive Director to present to the board that included, but was not limited to, occupancy trends and pertinent information

Assisted the Executive Director in coordinating the resident schedule and staff schedule

Developed and maintained a staff development program that maintained and documented implementation of written policies and procedures for staff training, students, and volunteers

Participated in Performance Improvement Committee (PIC) and Quality Assurance (QA) audits

Conducted chart and documentation reviews

Monitored documentation compliance with ADMH and Medicaid standards

Performed on-call duties in conjunction with the Executive Director

Conducted treatment team meetings

Completed performance evaluations of clinical staff members

Supervised counselors, case managers, peer support specialists, and residential aides to ensure all certificates and licenses were maintained according to St. Anne’s Home, Inc. and state standards

Insured that all program operational procedures were in compliance with the standards of the Alabama Department of Mental Health MHSAS Division

PRIVATE SOLO PRACTITIONER- CASH PRACTICE OCTOBER 2003-AUGUST 2010

JULIAN M. RIDOLPHI, LPC, LMFT, MLAP, BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA

Counseling and therapy services provided for assessment and evaluation of mental health disorders, family of origin or historic pain that has manifested in a today’s problem of anxiety, depression, OCD bipolar disorder or substance abuse. Individual and group therapy provided for treatment of these disorders.

Marriage and family evaluation and therapy provided as well as pre- and post-divorce custody and visitation evaluation and recommendation- Parent Coordinator work with high conflict couples in post-divorce custody and visitation cases.

PROVIDER TO ALABAMA STATE BAR, LAWYERS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Evaluation, individual, and group therapy to attorneys referred to the program and recommendation to the Bar on course of treatment.

PROVIDER TO U.S. PROBATIONS, NORTHERN DISTRICT

Contract to provide evaluation, individual, and group therapy of clients referred by probation officer to the program. Recommendations are made to probation on course of treatment as well as compliance with ongoing treatment.

DUI PROGRAM

DUI program with certain municipalities for clients receiving deferred prosecution. Clients must complete phase I and, for multiple offenders or high BAC levels or background of substance abuse, phase II.

Group therapy for recovering addicts as well as clients recovering from mental health problems and personal growth issues.

CENTER FOR WELLNESS AND PERSONAL GROWTH AUGUST 2010-JUNE 2012 BRADFORD HEALTH SERVICES, BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA

The counseling services provided at the Center for Wellness and Personal Growth are somewhat different from the services provided by the remainder of Bradford. The Center for Wellness and Personal Growth is set up like a private practice, providing counseling services, therapy services, assessment and evaluation for substance abuse and mental health disorders; providing therapy for families, couples and providing group services for attorneys and physicians who are in different phases of their recovery and referred from their governing boards. This office also treats anxiety, depression, OCD, Bipolar Julian M. Ridolphi, Jr. page 3

Disorder. This office also provides a variety of workshops and trainings to professionals and the lay public. Retreats are provided and also intensive-therapy weekends are provided. This makes for a comprehensive practice providing services to both the mental health population as well as the substance abuse population. This office also provides assessment and program for DUI referrals with recommendations to the court.

REGIONAL DIRECTOR AUGUST 2001 to OCTOBER 2003

UNITED METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME, SELMA, ALABAMA

Directed all facets of facility operations, as well as management of Independent Living and Transitional Living Programs for six group homes. Planned, developed, supervised, evaluated, and coordinated residential treatment programs/services throughout the region, requiring extensive travel over a multi-county area. Directed operations of two Evaluation Group Homes providing 24-hour emergency care.

Managed and supervised social workers throughout the region.

Performed ongoing consultation with supervisors to assure effective program delivery.

Assured programs operated in compliance with organizational standards and Department of Human Resources contracts and protocols.

Conferred with staff and management on referrals, placements, and discharges.

Recruited, interviewed, hired, trained, and coordinated all operational staff members.

Interfaced with members of management team to develop goals and objectives.

Established performance expectations, conducted appraisals/evaluations, and provided performance feedback.

Worked closely with key staff members on management/leadership issues, strategic planning and implementation of programs, and community relations activities.

Developed/implemented annual budgets, managed the regional budget, and monitored program expenditures.

Employed highly-developed public speaking skills to deliver formal/informal presentations to organizations throughout the community.

Supervised implementation of treatment plans, ISP's, court hearings/reports, and crisis intervention plans.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR FEBRUARY 2001 TO AUGUST 2001

ALABAMA PRISON PROJECT, RENASCENCE HALFWAY HOUSE RE-ENTRY PROGRAM, MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA

Directed programs for the Alabama Prison Project, coordinating all program elements with community agencies, contract service providers, and other Renascence Community staff.

Communicated extensively with the Department of Corrections, Parole Board, and criminal justice agencies.

Worked with Advisory Board members in strategic development of community and volunteer support.

Conducted assessment/counseling sessions with residents, providing assistance in securing employment.

Enhanced public/community awareness of the program through public speaking venues, special programs, and fundraising events, including churches, civic organizations, and community groups.

CLINICAL DIRECTOR AUGUST 2000 TO FEBRUARY 2001

SERAAJ FAMILY HOMES, INC., MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA

Directed regional clinical operations for Seraaj Family Homes, Inc., providing planning, management, and coordination of all programs.

Provided hands-on program management/coordination of family-based foster care, family preservation, process of reunification, behavior management, behavior analysis, substance abuse treatment programs, in-home wrap-around services, and client/consumer rights.

Evaluated and supervised all personnel and provided classroom in-service training for staff and foster parents.

PRIVATE PRACTITIONER/THERAPIST JUNE 1993 TO AUGUST 2000

JULIAN RIDOLPHI, LPC DESIGN FOR LIFE ENRICHMENT, MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA

Contracted by the State Department of Transportation to provide staff training designed to enhance

communication skills and reduce stress within the work environment. Additionally, provided supervision to troubled employees and management.

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Approved/contracted by Department of Transportation to performing evaluations and assessments on individuals referred for alcohol and drug problems.

Functioned as a business/industry consultant, providing Human Resource training to area health management corporations.

Provided child/adolescent counseling and therapy services to the Department of Human Resources.

Counseled individuals recovering from compulsive disorders.

Independently developed and implemented highly successful treatment plans/programs consisting of three days of intensive work on personal growth, providing ongoing follow-up/support via group and individual therapy.

DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL SERVICES APRIL 1992 TO JUNE 1993

CHARTER MEDICAL CORPORATION CHARTER WOODS HOSPITAL, DOTHAN, ALABAMA

Administered hospital's psychiatric programs, including Adult Addictive Disease, Adult Psychiatric, and Child/Adolescent Psychiatric Programs. Directly supervised ten professional clinical staff members, as well as the Director of Social Services with oversight responsibility for program development, staff training, and clinical direction relative to therapies provided.

Maintained close communication/interaction with clinical and management team in support of the three programs, including solid interaction with the hospital's administrator and six key physicians.

Planned and implemented treatment protocols on all programs, providing direction in discharge planning and referrals of in-patients.

Worked in conjunction with Assessment and Referral Departments to determine appropriateness of admissions.

Monitored and evaluated clinical programs to assess efficacy of treatment and management of expenses.

Implemented staffing guidelines to meet employee per occupied bed requirements.

Worked with Public Relations Department, business/industry professionals, and community resources.

Developed Addictive Disease, Adult Psychiatric partial hospitalization, and outpatient programs.

Completed JCAHO survey and complied with all recommendations.

Licenses and Certifications

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor

Certified Group Practitioner

Masters Level Addiction Professional (MLAP)

Approved Provider of Continuing Education Activities

National Certified Counselor

Masters Addiction Counselor

Psychomotor Therapist/Practitioner

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