ROSE M. RUTHERFORD, Ph.D.

**** ******** *****, ****** ****, CA 90710 310-***-**** advrwm@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION

Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Pacifica Graduate Institute, Carpinteria, CA

Registered with the Board of Psychology, California.

M.S., Counseling, Creighton University, Omaha, NE

B.A., Psychology, Creighton University, Omaha, NE

Cert., Respiratory Therapy, Creighton University, Omaha, NE

SKILLS

Knowledgeable and understanding of psychological test administration, scoring, and interpretation.

Competency to evaluate mental status in clients and develop individual treatment goals and plans. Ability to observe, assesses, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.

Excellent skills in preparing and maintaining patient records.

In-depth knowledge of crisis intervention techniques. Deep ability to maintain emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stresses.

Knowledgeable of HIPAA regulations and QA compliance and designing, developing, implementing, and monitoring formal quality improvement projects and work plans, and evaluating studies annually.

Successfully negotiate new contracts with vendors and the design and development of proposals to extend support services to the population served.

Lead the organization’s national re-accreditation with Council of Accreditation (COA) with 100% compliance with state and county standards and regulations.

EXECUTIVE EXPERIENCE

Psychological Assistant (Part-Time) – Brain Wellness Center – Costa Mesa, CA – June 2021 to present

Conduct intake sessions with patients, via telehealth/telepsych and/or in-person. Conduct clinical interview and gather information regarding patient’s development, family, educational, work, psychiatric, medical, and substance abuse history. Meet with patients for weekly/bi-weekly, or bi-monthly psychotherapy sessions, as clinically indicated. Provide solution-focused, cognitive behavioral model to include behavioral interventions, cognitive restructuring, exposure-based approaches, effective communication skills, as well as learning relaxation skills, and mindfulness skills. Complete client treatment plan, progress notes, and maintain clinical records. Attend weekly group supervision, individual supervision, and treatment team consultation to consult regarding patients and clinical concerns.

Registered Psychological Assistant (Part-Time) - Behavioral Assessment Center of South Orange County –Mission Viejo, CA – February 2021 to present

Conduct intakes and weekly individual psychotherapy with adults, couples, families, adolescents, and children. Complete diagnosis and development of comprehensive treatment plans. Maintain clinical records and complete documentation in a timely manner in keeping with professional standards of care. Attend and actively participate in weekly supervision to consult regarding clients and clinical concerns.

Chief Program Officer – West Covina Foster Family Agency, dba Homes of Hope FFA –

August 2019 to August 2021

Responsible for the planning, developing, organizing, and managing the program and business operations to support children and family services, including, without limitation, the development, management, and HIPAA compliance of community based programs including Foster Care, Adoption, Intensive Service Foster Care for Children with Serious Emotional and Behavioral Problems, Intensive Service Foster Care for Children with Special Health Care Needs, and Casa Esperanza’s Medi-Cal Certified Mental Health Service Program. Supervise via direct observation and provide constructive feedback to master level professionals. Manage high profile and critical development of projects/assignments. Lead integration of care with other service providers, implement and maintain state and county compliance initiatives and regulatory standards, and the Agency’s policies and procedures.

Senior Director of Quality Enhancement & Compliance – Wayfinder Family Services

(formerly known as Junior Blind) – November 2016 to June 2019

HIPAA Compliance Officer for the organization. Oversaw the quality assurance and corporate compliance of 16 programs, including the coordination of process improvement, compliance, implementation and performance of planned activities and implementation of program policies, and investigation actions. Reviewed and approved all internal and external investigations/grievances/complaints. Led development and implementation of monitoring and reporting systems, which satisfy continuous quality improvement plans (CQI), key performance indicators (KPIs). Analyzed audits, special incident reports, and other reports to identify areas of compliance and non-compliance. Shared findings with appropriate staff to identify strategies and correction action plans needed for adherence with agency and contract requirements. Provided on-going training to staff, directors, and executive team on i.e. compliance, performance measures, documentation guidelines, and identifying issues to reduce risks of non-compliance. Developed program statements for Adoptions, ISFC, STRTP, and MHPA. Completed program review of records, observed practices, and completed checklist and follows up to ensure compliance with performance standards, and contract requirements. Led the organization’s national accreditation through Council of Accreditation (COA).

Program Therapist / Psychological Assistant (Part-Time) – Reasons Eating Disorder Center at BHC Alhambra Hospital, Rosemead, CA – February 2016 to November 2017

Performed direct service activities including diagnostic evaluation, structured clinical interviewing, and individual, group and family therapy. Utilized a variety of treatment modalities such as psychotherapy, behavior modification, and various evidence-based or promising practices such as CBT and DBT. Intervened with clients to enhance their ability to fully participate in treatment, including defining treatment goals and designing intervention strategies that support recovery and resiliency. Evaluated client response to treatment, modified treatment strategies and included the client as part of the decision-making process. Obtained and studied medical, psychological, social and family histories by interviewing individuals, couples or families and reviewing relevant records. As a member of the Multidisciplinary Treatment Team, planned treatment programs and disposition of cases, including identify treatment outcomes. Maintained confidentiality in compliance with professional ethics according to professional and facility standards.

Quality Improvement Project Specialist II - Care1st Health Plan, Monterey Park, CA –

February 2015 to September 2016

Gathered and evaluated clinical data for the organization; Analyzed data for patterns and trends in managed health care delivery to members; Created policies and procedures that ensure good quality care and minimize harm to health care members; Collaborated with state and organizational initiatives in compliance with HIPAA, state, federal, and contractual regulations. Performed follow-up evaluations of data and organizational performance to ensure consistent improvement to member and health care providers. Facilitated and oversaw the organization’s reporting of patient care benchmarks and measurements to federal and state authorities. Quality Improvement (QI) Specialty activities included designing, developing, implementing, and monitoring formal quality improvement projects and work plans, evaluating studies annually, work with external vendors to conduct provider access appointment monitoring, coordinate member and provider education activities, demonstrate improvement in quality of care for patients with education activities, work with appropriate teams to resolve barriers and challenges for QIP/CCIP/PIP initiatives, using the PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act) cycle, and submission of the documented write-ups to the regulatory agencies for review.

Adoptions Independent Contractor/Adoptions Supervisor – California Institute of Health and Social Services – Children’s Way Adoption Program, Los Angeles, CA – September 2008 to October 2018

Evaluated and assessed families for certification and adoption. Provided direct supervision and consultation to master level adoption social workers. Provided trainings on adoptions, behavioral and mental health topics, evidence-based treatment approaches, as needed.

Executive Director/Clinical Supervisor – Alliance Human Services, Inc. Adoption Agency,

Torrance, CA – October 2010 to January 2015

Collaborated with CEO/CFO on program budgets and developments. Recruited, hired, and provided orientation and training to new staffing. Supervised master level social workers and program directors working directly with potential adoptive families and pre-adoptive placements. Oversaw and responsible for HIPAA data, regulatory compliance and risk management for organization. Collaborated with clinical team, county social work staff, regional center service coordinators, behavioral consultants, direct service professional staff, and community partners for matching process of adoptive foster children and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and best coordination of care and services. Facilitated with program supervisors on staff in-services and trainings. Acted as liaison with the Department of Children and Family Services, Department of Mental Health, Community Care Licensing, and SSA leadership for contract and program and HIPAA adherence. Represented the organization at the quarterly board meetings and presented on the annual board reports.

Mental Health Clinician (Doctoral Internship) – Alafia Mental Health Institute, Los Angeles, CA – August 2014 to August 2015

Provided therapeutic services to a client population of children and adolescents suffering from trauma-related disorders, including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Provided individual psychotherapy with children, adolescents; play therapy; conjoint therapy; family therapy; group therapy; and the administration and interpretation of academic, cognitive, and personality assessments. Formulated psychological assessments, client treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge plans. Participated in organization-sponsored didactic training workshops.

Mental Health Therapist- Assessment and Referral Department (Pt-time) – BHC Alhambra Hospital, Rosemead, CA – January 2010- December 2012

Conducted initial assessment and intake for acute psychiatric care; Triage crisis calls. Assessed the appropriate level of care for potential patients, obtained insurance authorization, and coordinated patient care. Facilitated psychotherapy groups, as well as individual and family sessions with inpatient adults, teens and children.

Assistant Executive Director (California State Programs) – Alliance Human Services, Inc. -

Foster Family & Adoption Agency, Torrance, CA – September 2008 to January 2015

Managed expansion and implementation of new programs and services for regional center consumers, foster care, and adoptions. Managed program and fiduciary budgets. Recruited, hired, and provided training to new and existing staff. Managed company quality assurance, HIPAA regulations, and all state and county regulatory standards. Acted as Liaison with County Social Services, Mental Health and Regional Center personnel. Collaborated with community partners and county professionals regarding foster children and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities thru the regional centers. Developed new program designs for Request for Proposal/Summary of Qualification and Statement of Work. Designed approved program statements for; individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, probation foster children and adolescents; transitional age youth, ages 16-25; and medically complex children and adolescents.

Administrator/Supervisor– California Institute of Children and Family Services- Children’s Way

Foster Care and Adoption Agency, Los Angeles, CA – April 2000 to September 2008

Oversaw the development and management assigned programs that are of service to children and families in accordance with the mission of the Agency, including, without limitation, the development and management of community based programs including Foster Care, Adoption and Regional Center programs day-to-day operations and ensuring the daily foster care, adoption and regional center license and vendorization, are in compliance with HIPAA data, state regulations and county and regional center contracts.

Social Worker IV/Supervisor– Family Court of the First Circuit, Adult Services Branch,

Domestic Violence Unit, Honolulu, HI - May 1987 to August 1999

Handled all temporary restraining petitions in the state of Oahu, Hawaii. Provided crisis intervention, psychoeducation, and resources to victims of domestic violence. Prepared Legal court documents for the Judicial System. Provided recommendations and interventions at the Order to Show Cause Hearing.

Youth Service Worker – Susannah Wesley Community Center, Waipahu, HI –

April 1986 to April 1996

Provided individual therapy and psychological evaluations of students at risk for being adjudicated or placed on probation. Provided direct service work to at risk children and youth and their family including crisis intervention/counseling, parenting information/education, coordination of referral resource, and facilitated meeting. Completed full initial assessments, quarterly reports, and court reports.

Teacher – Waipahu Elementary School, Waipahu, Hawaii – Sept 1986 to June 1987

Developed and implemented new classroom assignments. Classroom management and projective individualized educational case plans.

Team Member – Creighton University, Institute for Latin American Concern (ILAC), Dominican Republic (Site) – Summer 1982

Provided medical and dental health care services to children, adolescents, and adults in various communities throughout the Dominican Republic and Haiti.

Psychology Intern (Master’s Program) – Youth Emergency Shelter – Bellevue, NE –

1983 to 1985

Conducted individual, group, and family therapy under the supervision of a licensed Ph.D. Completed client assessment and treatment plans.

Respiratory Therapy Technician (Part-time) – Methodist Hospital, Omaha, NE- 1982

Performed procedures such as medication and aerosol therapy, removal of secretion from the lungs, airway management, draw blood specimens, as ordered by patient’s treating physician.

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