Mental Health Counselor

JB Joann Barnes

Park Forest, IL ***** 708-***-**** ************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

Solutions-oriented Mental Health Counselor successful at managing multiple priorities while maintaining strong work ethic and exhibiting positive attitude. Offering 20 year background implementing effective treatment plans and providing exceptional care for adolescents and adults suffering from mental and emotional health illnesses. Expertise in crisis intervention and treatment analysis and planning. Collaborative and team-oriented professional quickly establishes trust and rapport with patients. Certified Reciprocal AODA Counselor. SKILLS Trained in taking four and Five panel

Drug Test

Case management proficiency

Adept at treatment and discharge

planning

Skilled in intake interviewing

Expertise in crisis intervention

techniques

WORK HISTORY COUSELOR /MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR 01/2017 to 03/2019 Grand Prairie Services Chicago Heights, IL

Led counseling group to discuss topics such as eating disorders and relationship issues.

Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients. Improved outcomes of patients with psychiatric and co-morbid chronic pain conditions.

Maintained caseload of more than 20 adults.

Presented case history material to review and discuss with other staff members.

COUSELOR /COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER 01/2016 to 01/2017 Threshold Services Chicago, IL

Provided emotional support to affected residents and victims and assisted in developing long-term recovery plans and goals.

Enlisted support of volunteers and collaborated with businesses and community groups.

Liaised with community members, recommending resources and programs.

Supported clients in developing goals and social skills, improving individual wellness and productivity.

EDUCATION Bachelor of Arts Addiction/Arts And Healing 08/2012 Chicago State University, Chicago, IL

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