Professional Summary

Worked as Mental Health Therapist on CTT for Wesley Family Services of Pennsylvania. Providing clinical recovery-focused services to adults with mental illness and substance abuse problems, if present. Utilizes appropriate evidence-based practices. Submits timely documentation of services provided. Past Social work experience obtained over the past 20 years has included Clinical Program Manager, program planning and development, staff development, therapy and counseling. Extensive experiences in providing high quality Mental/ Behavioral Health Service delivery to culturally diverse clients. Services provided including but not limited to: Family and Individual therapy/ Service coordination/ Life skills and Social skills / Therapeutic Staff Support/ Residential Counseling/ In Home Family Therapy/ Wraparound Therapeutic Staff Support, Behavioral Specialist Consultant/ Mobile Therapy/ Mental Health Clinician and Behavioral Interventionist Specialist 2 for a School District. This Social Worker has experienced providing education about diagnosis to families of individuals young and old challenged with mental/Behavioral/chemically dependency. In depth knowledge and experience treatment of culturally diverse clients with DSM IV-TR diagnoses Experienced in CBT/ and Structural Strategic Family therapy. He has over Four years’ experience leading, managing and supervising professional staff in social services. Protective Services professional who having worked delivering services to children, adolescents, and elderly persons. Provides meaningful support resulting in staff development as well as services to all clients. Experienced Social Worker effectively experienced working with patients and families experiencing medical crises, acting as an advocate and guide as they navigate difficult and emotionally- draining situations. Social work experience obtained over the past 20 years resulting in versatile and adaptable Clinician adept at working effectively staff, children, adolescents, adults, families, couples and Clinical Social Worker with more than 10 years facilitating individual, couples and group therapy sessions. One who has proven dedication to the profession of Social Work as evidenced by singleness of purpose throughout his educational process Helping clients gain insight around their personal challenges! This Social Worker has proven successful at implementing a clinical approach to patient care. He also has experienced removing potential personal biases to help each staff in an objective and logical way.

Skills, Strengths and Knowledge base Program Development, Program management, Culturally-sensitive, Strong organizational skills, Leads by example, Structural Strategic Family Therapy, Grief and Loss counseling, Excellent attention to detail, Substance abuse treatments, Excellent managerial techniques, Psychosocial assessments expert, Excellent communication skills, Group therapy specialist, Life skills counseling, Social Skills, Anger/Feelings Management, Trainer, Autism, Asperger’s Disorder, Intermittent Explosive Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, MDD, BiPolar, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Depression and Anxiety, Conduct Disorder, Structural Family Therapy.

Work History

My Father’s Business

Counselor 3/2010- Current

A volunteer Ministry to service individuals utilizing the Word of God along with traditional treatment

for those experiencing spiritual, mental and behavioral health challenges

Wesley Family Services CTT – 7/2018 – 10/04/19

CTT Mental Health Therapist with Wesley Family Services of Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh, PA

Provides clinical recovery-focused services to adults with mental illness and substance abuse problems,

if present. Utilizes appropriate evidence-based practices. Submits timely documentation of services

provided. Provides therapy both individually and in groups and guides the coordination of services.

Develops individual treatment plans in conjunction with the client and other individuals as indicated.

Provides mental health services and supports to assist adults with serious mental illnesses achieve their

rehabilitative, resilience and recovery goals.

Live Life Construction – 7/2017-7/2018

Part Time Director of Operations / Transitional Therapeutic Services

Pittsburgh, PA

This Social Worker Developed and wrote Policy and Procedures for Daily operations. The following

duties were fulfilled, Authored Employees Handbook. Provide as needed counseling to employees

struggling with transitional/Behavioral Challenges. Lead monthly meetings with CEO to analyze

spending and provide financial recommendations. Identified risks associated with projects, contract

approvals and other company accounting issues. Investigate all allegations of abuse. Enter all

allegations into HICSIS. Developed Safety Program for Construction Company in accordance with

OSHA standards.

AIMED Human Services Clinical Program Manager, 06/2016 to 07/2017

As an Executive Team Member this Social Worker reported directly to Director of operations and CEO. Supervised with accountability for multiple locations and demonstrated understanding of agency mission and vision; Exercised knowledge of Program Development and Design; Track and analyze data; Excellent Problem Solving and Decision Making Skills; Excellent leadership Skills; Proven ability to manage and motivate staff to achieve results; Demonstrated ability to take Initiative, and collaborate with staff, peers and intra departmentally and inter Departmentally; - Proven ability to interview recommend for hire, develop and motivate staff; - Transfer Knowledge across situations - Excellent oral, listening, written, and presentation communication skills. Agency’s Trainers providing Comprehensive Crisis Management Training. Operated as an integral part of a mental health agency imbedded in the community of Penn Hills PA that primarily served adults with developmental delays and severe persistent mental illness. Provided collaborative leadership with the CEO and Director of Operations. Assisted in program development and expansion. Ensure compliance with state/federal regulations as well as agency policies and procedures. Provide individual and group supervision to the agency’s supervisors. Provide patient-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally competent care in a residential setting. Work collaboratively with the supervisors and physical health providers. Assisted with communication between primary care physicians to meet patient needs and optimize care. Provide intake assessments and screening for common mental health and substance use disorders. Engagement and rapport building with patients. Provide individual therapy for patients of the agency. Use evidence-based therapeutic techniques to assist patients in improving their mental health and wellbeing. Communicated changes in clinical symptoms and treatment needs to the patients’ treatment team. Assessed patient psychosocial needs. Assist with linking patients to internal and external resources or referrals, if indicated. Participate in daily Executive Team morning meetings. Participate in consultations with the mental health team and primary care providers. Track patient clinical symptoms over time. Document recommendations and patient-centered treatment plans. Assess and document safety plans. Coordinate responsibilities of House Supervisors. Complete attendance and payroll records for House Supervisors. Assure budgetary compliance and fiscal accountability for all residents of the program. Responsible for the coordination or completion of assessments. Responsible for providing the assessment for the development of the Individual Support Plan (ISP), ISP Annual update, and ISP revisions as required under CH. 6400.181(f).

Weekly Site visits for compliance of 6400 regulations. Other duties fulfilled but not limited to, regulatory a contract standards, evaluation and quality assurance develop and implement it needed interventions resulting in higher efficacy of agency, development and implementation of her in process to include training same day as orientation. Completed Monthly Progress notes and Reports. Facilitate Supervisor and Staff trainings. Clinical Program Manager was Responsible for maintaining Participants Records. House Budgets, Weekly and Biweekly Supervisors Supervisions; Facilitate Monthly and Quarterly ISP Meeting. Conduct Initial Interview with perspective employees. Intake Assessments oversee participant move in process. Track Participant budget. Investigate all allegations of abuse. Enter all allegations into HICSIS

AIMED Human Services

Behavior Support Specialist /BSC, 2/2016 to 07/2017

Behavioral support Staff provided one on one observation and interactions with individuals. Creation and completion of Functional Behavioral Assessments, Prevention Plans, and Support plans, safety plan< SEEP Plans as needed. Training of staff on implementation of behavioral management plans. Prepare progress reports for consumer’s immediate support group, including their family and/or guardian, staff, employment specialist, case manager, and other professionals. Clinical Program Manager actively participated in treatment team meetings, ensuring a person-centered approach to care. Behavioral support Staff document treatment notes and completes semi-annual summaries of participant’s progress. Reviews and revises behavior support plans as indicated by the individual's progress and needs and with the treatment team's recommendations. Supports and encourages consumer to increase his/her ability to problem solve, be in control of life situations, and to be as independent as possible. Provide crisis management services as necessary. Cooperate with Agency/Licensee and Department staff in any inspection or investigation.

Wilkinsburg School District Behavior Intervention Specialist II 1/2009-3/2010

Support the Behavior Intervention Specialist 1 positions in the School District – Elementary and Secondary. Definition of support: *Oversee 5 positions of Behavior Intervention Specialist -1 throughout the Wilkinsburg School District. Ensure that all documents are completed and updated as needed and necessary. Hold scheduled monthly meetings with the Behavior Intervention Specialist 1 staff to go over any updates in policy, problems and concerns, and other items of concern. The immediate supervisor and the Building Principal must approve these meetings. Provide direct service to 23students in the Alternative Education Program and when needed, and it is necessary to work with students in the middle school and high school regular education programs and duties related to this position as designated by the immediate supervisor and/or the building principal.

Youth Support Specialist /Systems of Care Initiative/ Partnership for Youth in Transition/Wilkinsburg School District 11/2007-1/2009

This Social Worker serviced 60 young adults in 2 years ages 14 to 25 years who have emotional or behavioral health needs. Develop effective YSS relationship with clients resulting in effective transition into adulthood and provided a highly flexible array of services and supports youth and their families (youth-driven). Advocate for youth in interdisciplinary Wraparound teams.

Mental Health and Behavioral Health Clinician/Therapist: Pittsburgh Pastoral Institute 5/2004 - 11/2007

Provide individual, family and group counseling services, resulting in reduction in maladaptive behaviors of youth and families particularly those who are resistant to change. Enable individuals and families to function effectively, by targeting risk and protective factors.

Complete intakes/assessments, direct client-centered, family focused individual and family-focused psychotherapy.

Clinical Therapist: Concerned Citizens Community Creation Center (5C’s) 5/2004 - 11/2007

Provide intake assessment, therapeutic treatment and follow-up counseling for individuals, groups and families using proven techniques to engage clients in an inclusive process that leads to independent functioning and healthy lifestyles for the entire family.

Social Work Consultant, Wright Interventions Therapeutic Services 10/2003 - 1/2005

Behavior Specialist Consultant/Mobile Therapist, Youth Advocate Program 5/2001 - 8/2003

Family Therapist, Spectrum Family Network 6/1999 - 5/2001

United States Army Infantry /Honorable Discharge 1/1983 - 6/1985

Education

Ordained Reverend 2011 Restoration Oasis Ministries International

Certificate of completion Potter’s House Fellowship Alliance School of Ministry 2008

Certificate of completion Fast Trac Entrepreneur Program Robert Morris University, 2003

MSW, University of Pittsburgh, 2001

Child Welfare Certificate University of Pittsburgh, 2001

BASW, University of Pittsburgh, 1999

AS Social Work Technician Community College of Allegheny County, 1996

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