KANDACE ROSS

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

BRENTWOOD BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, JACKSON MS, UNITED STATES

Assessment and Referral Counselor (PRN 20-25 hours per week) March 2019-Feb 2020

Perform and document an initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and determine a diagnosis prior to intervention.

Record prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enter information into computer.

Direct, supervise, assess, and communicate with supportive personnel.

Refer clients to community resources or services.

Collect information about individuals or clients, using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.

Refer clients to specialists or to other institutions for non-counseling treatment of problems.

CENTURION MANAGEDCARE CORRECTIONS, JACKSON MS, UNITED STATES

Mental Health Professional,Full Time, (40+hours per week) May 2016-Present

Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members in the development/review of individualized behavioral/mental health treatment plans and in the monitoring and treatment of patients as indicated on the treatment plans

Provide behavioral/mental health services and clinical responsibilities under the supervision of licensed clinical staff

Complete behavioral/mental health assessments for patients referred based on admission process, staff referral or patient self-referral. Ensure that assessment is completed within time period required by the type and urgency of referral

Provide regular follow-up to assigned patients to monitor current mental status and functioning

Inform supervisor and psychiatric staff of significant change in a patient’s functioning

Provide crisis interventions as required to include precautionary measures, daily follow-up and emergency procedures as needed

Conduct individual and group counseling, and psychoeducational groups for patients

Assist patients in defining goals to achieve personal, social, educational and/or vocational development

Observe patients to detect psychiatric symptoms, mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment Update and maintain accurate and legible patient information and records in accordance with policy

Inform, coordinate and advise all applicable parties regarding patient discharge or transfer. May act as a liaison with community agencies and contacts providing services to patients

Identify and maintain professional boundaries to preserve the integrity of the therapeutic process and relationship

Proactive in performance improvement activities as demonstrated by participating in the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program (peer review; record reviews; membership on the CQI committee as requested) and modifying clinical practices based on CQI recommendations

Acquire and maintain current clinical knowledge and skills and professional standards Ensure compliance with all agency and Company policies, Federal and State laws, regulations, and guidelines including HIPAA

Maintain an ethical commitment to ensure confidentiality within the limits of a the clinical setting

Deliver care in a nonjudgmental/nondiscriminatory manner to protect the autonomy, dignity and rights of the patient

MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, JACKSON MS, UNITED STATES

Loss Prevention Specialist, Human Resources Full Time, 40+ hrs per week August 2014-May 2016

Handle Purchase requisition and invoices for Office of Loss Prevention

Originates, prepares, monitors, and presents proposals for special projects; and prepares, negotiates, and administers contracts, subsidies, loans, grants, and interagency agreements associated with such projects.

Assists in evaluation of reports in relation to the department's established goals.

Investigates employee complaints, discrimination charges and assists in the resolution of employee issues.

Supports leadership planning and responds to feedback from management and employees through various sources

Compose memorandums and distribute to proper personnel and department.

Facilitate and organize the delivery of training services, conferences, and workshops

Prepare travel vouchers and reimbursements for conferences for the office of Loss Prevention

Take minutes at Central Office Safety First Committee meetings.

Implement corrective measures at Central Offices in accordance to Fire Inspection Reports and ACA Accreditation.

Handle requirements for Mississippi Department of Corrections Employee Recognition Program

Serve as Safety First Monitor for Emergency Response Drills and Provide Assistance to Director as required

Locate grants for Loss Prevention, Safety and Emergency Response.

Assist with Retention Program as instructed and related job duties and responsibilities.

Training in Microsoft Applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.

TOUGALOO COLLEGE, TOUGALOO, MS UNITED STATES

Residential Assistant, PRN 20-25 hrs per weekAug 2009 – May 2013

Enforce rules and regulations to ensure the smooth and orderly operation of dormitory programs.

Provide emergency first aid and summon medical assistance when necessary.

Observe students to detect and report unusual behavior.

Counsel students in the handling of issues such as family, financial, and educational problems.

Collaborate with counselors to develop counseling programs that address the needs of individual students.

Develop and coordinate educational programs for residents.

Develop program plans for individuals or assist in plan development.

Provide requested information on students' progress and the development of case plans.

Hold regular meetings with each assigned unit.

Supervise students' housekeeping work to ensure that it is done properly.

Administer, coordinate, or recommend disciplinary and corrective actions.

Confer with medical personnel to better understand the backgrounds and needs of individual residents.

Determine the need for facility maintenance and repair, and notify appropriate personnel.

Oversee departmental budget.

Process contract cancellations for students who are unable to follow residence hall policies and procedures.

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

TAAPS COMMUNITY COUNSELING CENTER, JACKSON MS, UNITED STATES

Clinical Training, PRN,20-30 hrs per week August 2013- August 2015

Individual Counseling: Case load of 12-15 individual and/or couples per week; 1-2 intakes per week

Group Counseling: Co-lead minimum of one group per semester

Crisis Intervention: Serve as on-call person four hours per week

Outreach Programming: Conduct programs/workshops as assigned by Outreach Coordinator

Personality Assessment: Administer and interpret personality tests with clients as necessary

Training Seminars: Regularly attend and participate in training seminars 1-2 times/week

Staffing’s: Attend/participate in weekly staffing meeting

Clinical Records: Maintain clinical records in accordance with the Mississippi Department of Corrections procedures

Maintain confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.

Encourage clients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, and help them to develop insight into themselves and their relationships.

Guide clients in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with their problems.

Prepare and maintain all required treatment records and reports.

Counsel clients and patients, individually and in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes.

Collect information about clients through interviews, observation, and tests.

MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, JACKSON MS, UNITED STATES

Clinical Training,PRN 20-30hrs per week August 2015- August 2016

Maintain confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.

Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling programs on clients' progress in resolving identified problems and moving towards defined objectives.

Plan, organize, or lead structured programs of counseling, work, study, recreation, or social activities for clients.

Monitor clients' use of medications.

Learn about new developments in counseling by reading professional literature, attending courses and seminars, or establishing and maintaining contact with other social service agencies.

Prepare and maintain all required treatment records and reports.

Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling programs on clients' progress in resolving identified problems and moving towards defined objectives.

EDUCATION

TOUGALOO COLLEGE, TOUGALOO, MS UNITED STATES

Bachelors of Arts, Psychology, May 2013

Journal: The Relationship between Career and College Readiness among High School Students, Published May 2009, American Counseling Association

GPA, 3.57

-Awarded, Alpha Kappa Alpha Academic Scholarship, 2009

-Awarded, Delta Sigma Theta Academic Scholarship, 2009

-Awarded, Tougaloo College Choir Scholarship, 2009-2011

-Awarded Tougaloo College Partial Academic Scholarship, 2009-2013

-Mississippi Academy of Science Abstract Form March 2009, The Relationship between Career and College Readiness among High School Students,

Mississippi College – Tougaloo College 10th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium April 2009, The Relationship between Career and College Readiness among High School Students,

JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY, JACKSON, MS UNITED STATES

Masters, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, April 2016 Current GPA, 3.64Urban Education Conference November 2013: The Relationship between Career and College Readiness among High School Students

International Festival Symposium, March 2014, Retirement factors for our New Generation

International Festival Symposium, March 2015, Domestic Violence in East Asia International Peace Conference, April 2016, A Comparison of the ACA Code of Ethics and the Canadian Code of Ethics

CERTIFICATION

JOE BARNES VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL CENTER, ROSEDALE, MS UNITED STATES

Business Computer Technology (2200 hours), May 2009

CPR CERTIFIED, JACKSON MS, UNITED STATES

American Heart Association, August 2020

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR EXAM, UNITED STATES

LPC License Number 2581 Renewal Date 06/20/2022

REFERENCES

Dr. Patricia Dean-Wilson

Bureau Director of Loss Prevention

Mississippi Department of Corrections

Jackson MS, 39206

601-***-****

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Dr. Sandy Adams

Mental Health Director

Centurion of MS

601-***-**** ext. 6648

Sadans/@centurionofms.com mailto:adc0i0@r.postjobfree.com

Dennis Gregory

MDOC Director of Mental Health

Mississippi Department of Corrections

Jackson MS, 39206

662-***-****

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