Mental Health Behavioral
Resume:
Christine Simpson
Compassionate and Experienced Professional Counselor Specializing in Mental Health and Personal Growth
Clayton, DE 19938
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A compassionate and dedicated professional counselor with over 20 of experience in individual and group therapy, specializing in mental health, substance abuse, and trauma. Proven ability to develop tailored treatment plans, foster client relationships, and utilize evidence-based practices to facilitate personal growth and emotional healing. Skilled in conducting assessments, providing crisis intervention, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client outcomes. Strong communicator committed to maintaining confidentiality and promoting a safe, supportive environment. Actively pursuing continuous professional development to stay current with industry best practices. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Work Experience
Admissions Counselor
Dover Behavioral Health System-Dover, DE
April 2024 to Present
• Interview patients for admissions process
• Completed assessments including Columbia risk assessment, NIDA, CIWA-Ar.
• Collaborate with treatment team and business office thereafter assessments are completed
• Verify Health Care Insurance on various website/platforms.
• Make a team decision on patient meeting criteria for admission. ACT Clinician
Philadelphia Mental Health Care Corporation-Philladelphia August 2021 to January 2024
• Collaborate with treatment team to create treatment plan
• Build rapport with client and implemented evident base interventions
• Completed daily program notes
• Conduct assessments and update documentation as required and needed
• Provide Case management to meet the needs of the individual Lead Clinician/Mobile Therapist
NET (North East Treatment Centers)-Philadelphia, PA October 2019 to October 2020
● Collaborate with treatment team to create treatment plan
● Create Treatment plan in billable system and including interventions
● Provide individual and group therapy
● Complete daily progress notes and other documentation for authorization Chief Executive Officer
D&C Lollipop Childcare-Philadelphia, PA
December 2018 to August 2020
• Experience working with children in an educational and child care setting
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage a team
• Knowledge of education administration principles and practices
• Familiarity with higher education teaching methods and curriculum development
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail Lead Clinician
Staffing Plus, Private Contractor-Haverford, PA
October 2016 to January 2019
● Established rapport with treatment team to provide communication and collaboration
● Provided weekly individual and group therapy sessions discussing self care, anger management, time management, self regulation techniques, respect, etc…
● Imputed daily progress notes in data base online system in a timely manner
● Create treatment plan and intervention
Mental Health Clinician
Community Council Health Systems-Philadelphia, PA
March 2007 to September 2016
● Implemented interventions indicated on treatment plan to help client function in a classroom setting
● Assist client during crisis to de-escalate situation by using coping skill techniques
● Completed daily progress notes and filed notes in chart
● Attend interagency meeting to discuss client’s progress or regression Case Manager
Cornell Abraxas Group-Hunting Park, PA
February 2005 to March 2007
● Assisted individuals in developing skills required to enhance his/her abilities to function as a productive member of the community.
● Worked with individuals in their community environment assisting them in understanding, acquiring and maintaining independent living.
● Coordinated services with outside agencies to ensure the client is receiving proper care. This includes communicating with schools, other mental health clinics, primary care physicians, social workers, and other individuals, as needed.
● Scheduled and attend inter-agency meetings for clients on a regular basis. Assist with clinical documentation according to DHS
● Represented clients in court to testify child’s safety in the home Therapeutic Support Staff
Children’s Outreach Service-Philadelphia, PA
June 2004 to March 2007
● Implemented behavioral health modification to assist client to function in community or environment
● Provided structure and support in time of crisis
● Document client’s progress or regression on daily progress notes
● Build a therapeutic rapport with client and family Education
Master of Counseling in Elementary and Secondary School counseling Wilmington Delaware University - Wilmington, DE
2007 to 2009
Bachelor's degree in Human Development & Family Studies Penn State University - Brandywine, PA
August 2000 to May 2004
Skills
• -Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites
-Typing WPM 45
• Microsoft Office
• Individual / Group Counseling
• Group Therapy
• Crisis Intervention
• Behavioral Health
• Classroom Experience
• Documentation review
• Social work
• Behavioral therapy
• Child & family counseling
• Classroom experience
• Typing
• Crisis Management
• Case Management
• Motivational Interviewing
• Psychotherapy
• EMDR
• Data collection
• Applied behavior analysis
• Working with people with autism
• Mental Health Counseling
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Intake Experience
• Presentation Skills
Certifications and Licenses
First Aid Certification
CPR Certification
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