Manager Case

Steven Band, MAC, LPC

aczdjt@r.postjobfree.com; 404-***-****

OVERVIEW

I am a compassionate and assertive communicator, which enables me to build rapport with people to effectively motivate them towards positive changes and goals to meet their needs. I am looking to leverage my skill set into a progressive and growing organization where I can make an impact.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Intake/ Diagnostic Assessments

Insurance Documentation Skills

Individual/ Group/ Family Counseling

Team Building and Motivation

Case Conceptualization skills

Crisis Intervention

Mood Disorders

Symptom Self-Management

Conflict Resolution/ Anger and Anxiety Management Coping Skills

CBT approach

Grief and Trauma Counseling

Treatment Planning

Interpersonal Skills (oral/written)

DBT- 5 Month Intensive Training

Motivational Interviewing

Microsoft Office applications

Master’s Addiction Counselor

12 Step Counseling Model

Time Mgmt. & Prioritization skills

CAREER HISTORY

BH Care Advocate Optum A&T Commercial Provider/Member Queue 12/2014-present

Facilitated provider CA information chat group

Effectively resolved provider issues by utilizing my investigation skills

Educated family of members with SUD concerns

PHP Adult Therapist Professional Counseling Center 2014

Improved morale of adult MH clients in groups led

Normalized MH symptoms while teaching coping strategies

Veterans MH/SA Counselor Shepherd Rehabilitation Center 2013-2014

Motivated veterans to apply learned anger mgmt. skills

Educated veterans on adverse effects of self-medicating

Therapist/Case Manager DeKalb CSB SA/MH Residential 2010-2013

Introduced veterans to benefits of meditation as a coping skill

Modeled by example assertive communication skills to express feelings

Therapist/Case Manager Devereux GA PRTF 2008-2010

Reduced adolescents anger outbursts by 15-25% weekly

Increased feelings communication skills

Therapist/Case Manager Southside Medical Center 2007-2008

Educated methadone clients on benefits of 12 step recovery

Supported clients in preparation for weaning off methadone

Therapist/Case Manager Georgia SAFE OP MH 2006-2007

Facilitated family harmony through assertive communication skills

Motivated adolescents to reduce aggression by ID internal feelings

EDUCATION

Specialist in Education, Professional Counseling; GA State University.

Masters of Science, Professional Counseling; GA State University.

Bachelor of Arts; Emory University.

KEY CAREER ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Licensed Professional Counselor, unrestricted license in Georgia for 10 years.

Masters Addiction Counselor, NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals.

Motivated adolescents/ adults to achieve life goals & objectives in indiv & group settings.

Proficient in leading individual, group, couples, and family counseling sessions.

Collaborated well with social service agencies to provide optimal client support.

Developed organizational systems to effectively maintain required client reports.

Used flexible methods to provide clients individualized treatment services.

Published Article “The Effects of Self-Disclosure in Counseling,” in GA Journal of P C.

Presented at The American Counseling Association conference: “Behind the Eyes of Methamphetamine Dependents; Perspectives on Maintaining Abstinence.

Spanish language skills, studied abroad in Madrid Spain.

INTERESTS

Yoga; Aerobic and strength training; meditation; spiritual growth & development; increasing awareness towards compassion for self and others.

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