Mental Health Management
Resume:
Dale Lawrence Sanders, Psy.D.
Dothan, Alabama 36305
*********@*****.***
EDUCATION
Doctorate of Psychology (APA-Accredited)
Forest Institute of Professional Psychology, Springfield, MO - October 2003
Focus: Clinical Psychology & Psychopharmacology
Magna Cum Laude
Devereux Foundation (APA-Accredited Internship)
Villanova, PA. 19085
Master of Science
Jackson State University, Jackson, MS - May 1997
Major: Guidance and Counseling
Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Science
Jackson State University, Jackson, MS - May 1995
Major: Industrial Technology
SKILL SUMMARY
Demonstrated success in developing policies and procedures to enhance division department program development.
Excellent skills with leadership development and overseeing comprehensive broad based programs.
Success with implementing strategic plans and outcome-based protocols to increase psychological awareness in community, living learning and residential facilities.
Strong experience in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to increase client/patient satisfaction.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Psychological Examiner (Part-Time) February 2019-Present
Moonlight Medical, LLC.
Enterprise and Troy, AL.
Conduct psychological and mental status exams to assess claimants’ psychological, emotional and behavioral functioning for consideration of Social Security Disability Benefits.
Psychologist (Part-Time)
Julia S. Tutwiler Prison for Women (Corrections) March 2019-Present
Wetumpka, AL.
Provide individual and psycho-education services to inmates.
Provide crisis intervention services including triage.
Collaborate with Master’s Level Clinicians” regarding acute psychopathology cases.
Clinical Director June 2016-June 2018
Columbia Regional Care Center (Corrections)
Columbia, SC.
Responsible for planning, supervising, and coordinating the efforts of mental health services’ staff at the institutional level.
Responsible for the clinical supervision and direction, professional education, and staff development of mental health professionals.
Responsible for providing clinical and consultation services in accordance with the policies, procedures and regulations of the institution (National Commission on Correctional Health Care and the American Correctional Association).
Responsible for providing oversight of the Quality Improvement for mental health services.
Responsible for the provision of overall clinical supervision and direction of mental health professionals
Assigns specific duties and clinical responsibilities to mental health staff in accordance with policies and procedures.
Direct and supervise all mental health treatment planning for patients.
Oversee case planning meetings and unit treatment team meetings.
Provide clinical review and oversight of all mental health programming.
Provide oversight of mental health documentation facility wide.
Oversee the coordination of in-service opportunities to ensure compliance with professional education requirements and professional standards.
Staff Psychologist May 2014- May 2016
Columbia Regional Care Center (Corrections)
Columbia, SC.
Provide individual and group psychotherapy, family therapy, design and implementation of individualized behavior plans, competency groups, and psycho-education.
Provide psychological assessments, as well as psychological evaluations, and quality assurance reviews as required.
Oversee multidisciplinary treatment team meetings for center wide staff.
Review psychological assessments, case presentations, and quantitative chart reviews to ensure patient care.
Lead training and education orientations for clinical and correctional staff.
Provide expert testimony to the court.
Organize and serve on committee as indicated by AHA.
Provide individual and group supervision to psychology interns.
Lead Mental Health Department by assigning clinical cases and serving as a clinical supervisor for specialized cases.
Develop all new behavior management plans and monitor the collection of data on target behaviors.
Maintain NCCHC accreditation by demonstrating knowledge of special precautions and assisting with finding alternatives to seclusion and restraint protocols.
Develop and initiate center-wide policies to increase behavioral compliance.
Corporate Audit Team April 2017-June 2017
Columbia Regional Care Center (Corrections)
Columbia, SC.
Provide recommendations to drive change and improve risk management.
Ensure compliance with established internal control procedures through record examination.
Appraise adequacy of facility wide operating systems by identifying the need for policy changes and/or revisions.
Critical evaluation of programming measures by collecting data, analyzing and summarizing operating trends.
Corporate Contract Team January 2018-June 2018
Draft and revise contracts as updates become essential.
Negotiate terms and conditions of contracts.
Compose and review language of contracts to meet company standards.
Collaborate with internal team members and external business partners regarding contract details.
Adjunct Professor
South University October 2015-June 2018
Columbia, SC.
Psychopharmacology & General Psychology
Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts.
Organize lectures for undergraduate and graduate students on Psychopharmacology and General Psychology.
Evaluate and grade students’ class work, assignments and papers.
Plan, evaluate and revise curricula, course content, course materials and methods of instruction.
Advise students on academic curricula and career issues.
Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
Psychologist/Coordinator of Consultation and Outreach August 2011-May 2014
Clemson University
Counseling and Psychological Services
Clemson, SC.
Overall responsibility for coordinating outreach opportunities to better aid the academic community.
Facilitated diverse program development aimed at providing preventive psycho-education and early interventions to living/learning communities.
Responsible for overseeing Graduate Community Director and Residential Assistant Trainings to increase psychological
knowledge and to foster confidence in identifying mental health needs.
Co-facilitated group discussion for Walk and Roll Event to identify and implement campus resources for disabled students.
Conducted outreach presentations, formal teaching, and training to disseminate information on wellness, psychological needs and treatment with expertise in mindfulness based strategies.
Provided on-call crisis management services for 28 days across academic year.
Provided intervention services including triage and crisis debriefings.
Completed annual report of services and data.
Administered/Scored ADHD and Learning Disability Assessments.
Provided direct supervision and support to doctoral interns and practicum students ensuring quality of services offered to clients.
Anxiety & Mood Disorders Committee Chairman.
Psychologist/Coordinator of Group Services August 2008-August 2011
Clemson University
Counseling and Psychological Services
Clemson, SC.
Responsible for working with clinicians to develop and maintain appropriate groups services for undergraduate/graduate students throughout academic year.
Led Mindfulness Group to help students acquire techniques to improve concentration skills, decrease anxiety, and enhance emotional functioning.
Facilitated internal and external seminars related to increasing multicultural awareness on campus.
Provided on-call crisis management services for 28 days across academic year.
Increased group participation of students by 50% by developing handouts and encouraging group dialogue at the time of triage services.
Provided intervention services including triage and crisis debriefings.
Completed annual report of services and data.
Provided direct supervision and support to doctoral interns and practicum students ensuring quality of services offered to clients.
Clinical Supervisor
Devereux Foundation
Mapleton and Manor Residential Programs September 2006-June 2008
Malvern, PA & Devon, PA
Supervised a 110-bed unit of male and female clients with severe emotional and behavioral difficulties.
Supervised clinicians, doctoral interns, support staff; attended monthly leadership/administrative meetings to improve quality of care.
Led numerous groups to help clients make better decisions in the milieu during the course of his/her residential stay.
Decreased length of stay for clients in the residential treatment from 12 months to 6 months by implementing a strategic program to improve the discharge process.
Primary Therapist- Child & Family Therapy September 2005-September 2006
Devon, PA.
Led the Substance Abuse, Conflict Resolution and Social Skills groups to provide children with alternative ways of handling emotional and behavioral problems in the residence.
Provided case management services to children and families to coordinate aftercare services for clients being discharged back into the community setting.
Worked with utilization review team to ensure that billing and authorization needs were met to facilitate services.
Received New Jersey Division of Family Services Certification- responsible for coordinating and consulting with the state to ensure that best practice guidelines were met; entered clinical data into the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessment (CANS) to assist in determining the next level of appropriate care.
Behavioral Rehabilitation Supervisor (Home Services) August 2004- August 2005
Philadelphia, PA.
Supervised behavior specialist consultants, mobile therapists, case managers and therapeutic staff supports.
Conducted psychological evaluations for insurance determination of continued funding.
Ensured proper documentation of program participation, recording keeping, and/or referrals including current authorization, psychiatric appointments, treatment plans and process notes.
Developed and facilitated training sessions for foster care contractors.
Served as chairperson for Outcome Committee responsible for trend analysis for outpatient services.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Seclusion and Restraint Committee Chairman-Columbia Regional Care Center June 2016-June 2018
Developed criterion based measures to improve risk reduction.
Tracked behavioral incidents facility wide to increase environmental safety.
Implemented training protocols to enhance staff awareness.
Student Affairs Leaders Forum (SALF)- Clemson University August 2011-May 2014
Student Affairs Goal Team Member 3: Preparing all Students to Interact Successfully and Meaningfully with People from Diverse Identities.
Co-facilitated group discussion to aid in helping International and Minority students integrate into the living learning community.
Assisted with identifying goals and objectives to better promote emotional, cultural and social discovery through intentionally structured activities and programs campus-wide.
Served on numerous policy and procedure review panels to develop strategies to increase student participation in utilizing academic and mental health resources.
Health Information Management Committee-Clemson University August 2011-May 2014
Developed and oversaw processes for medical records review.
Identified, reviewed and approved policies related to health information and medical record management.
Provided input and recommendations regarding strategic direction for the ongoing management and development of electronic data.
Environment of Care Committee-Clemson University August 2009-August 2011
Helped to maintain a distraction free and sensitive environment conducive to diverse patient needs.
Reviewed policies and procedures to ensure that unnecessary environmental stressors for staff, visitors and patients were reduced.
Reduced environmental hazards and risks by 80% due to recommendations and implemented required trainings for staff.
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated- President August 2012-July 2014
Ensured fiscal continuity from year to year by leading strategic planning committee sessions.
Spearheaded initiatives that achieve balance among programs, service projects and fundraises.
Oversaw all alumni and undergraduate affairs to increase service delivery.
Appointed all standing and special committee chairpersons.
Led chapter to national recognition for numerous awards.
Professional Affiliations and Licenses
American Psychological Association-2010- Present (#43870496)
South Carolina Psychological Association- 2010- Present
Psi Chi National Honor Society in Psychology (Lifetime Member #454461)
Licensed Psychologist- Alabama #2111 (Clinical & Forensic)
Licensed Psychologist- South Carolina #1147 (Clinical & Forensic)
National Register of Health Service Psychologists- #53622
Annual Presentations at Clemson University
One Clemson, August 2009 & 2010
Freshman/Bridge Orientation, August 2008-June 2014
Graduate Staff Training, August 2011-June 2014
Resident Assistant Leadership Institute (RALI), August 2011- June 2014
Behind Closed Doors Seminar, August 2008-2014
Business & Behavioral Sciences Living Learning Community Seminar, June 2010-2014
Stress Management Seminar, August 2010-2014
Walk & Roll Advocacy for Student Disabilities, March 2010-2014
Student Life Development Task Force -2013
Redfern Health Center Root Cause Analysis-2011-2014
Professional Presentations
Clemson University Anxiety Management Training Workshop Presenter- 2013
Clemson University Depression Management Training Workshop Presenter- 2013
Baccalaureate Commencement Speaker-May 2013
NAACP Grief Symposium Presenter- October 2013
Mindfulness Seminar for Radiologists-January 2014
Claflin University Leadership Symposium Guest Speaker- February 2014
Chi Sigma Iota International Honor Society Keynote Speaker- May 2016
Crisis Management Training-May 2014-June 2018
Mental Health/Suicide Training- May 2014-June 2018
Stress Management Seminar-Presenter-February 2018
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