Mental Health Substance Abuse

Teta Williams

***********@*******.*** - (***) - *41-7180

EDUCATION

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MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

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MA in Human Services Counseling-Military Resilience

2014 Kaplan University

BS in Human Services-Administration

Qualifications

Experience as Supervisor (SGT) in the Armed Forces, equipped with the ability to lead by example, train with integrity to coach and supports the team to ensure the delivery of quality services

Understand of notes structures, diagnosis and assessment, basic and advanced counseling skills, group facilitation skills, counseling theories, ethics and multicultural competencies.

Demonstrates the ability to utilize basic counseling skills during counseling sessions utilizing counseling note taking procedures

Attended multiple training lectures in relevant areas such as suicide prevention and intervention, mindfulness therapy techniques, and substance abuse prevention.

CURRENT EXPERIENCE

Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Savannah, Georgia 10/01/2022-Current

Ability to counsel and advise adults with various physical mental disabilities toward a vocational goal through Individualized Plans for Employment (IPE) and consideration of the consumers' interest, abilities and needs.

Ability to communicate effectively to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, vendors, employers, the medical community, and coworkers.

Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Graduate Intern

Union Mission Savannah, Ga May 27, 2018 to February 3,2019

Graduated in a master’s degree program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Work under the close supervision of a licensed counselor, providing services to meet the individualized mental health and group substance abuse recovery needs of the individuals served.

Performs a variety of functions in multiple settings, displaying an understanding of group dynamics, cultural preferences, and community environments.

Complete client assessment, client treatment plan, quarterly updates

Administer SASSI to clients seeking substance abuse assessments

Attend treatment planning meetings, all other meetings as required

Behavior Counselor

Chronicles of Human Services-Atlanta, Ga October 2017 to March 2018

Provided individual and family therapy, life skills training,

Social skills training and community support services

Documented community, school and in-home visits utilizing SharePoint

Assisted in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans.

Monitored and documented client progress in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Participated in weekly treatment team and supervision meetings with clinician.

Residential Case Manager

Pathways by Molina- Savannah, Ga September 2016 to March 2017 (part time)

Supervised and assisted as needed residents during meal preparation, housekeeping responsibilities, personal hygiene and other activities as needed

Maintained clinical records as designated by policies and procedures such as, but not limited to; documentation of physical observation, utilizing B.I.R.P

Made written reports of significant incidents occurring during shift.

Supervised residents during self-medication

Corrected unacceptable behavior and help residents meet the necessary requirements of the house rules.

Recruitment Technician

Georgia DBHDD, Ga Regional of Savannah-Savannah, GA - February 2015 to Oct 2017

Participated in the organization of recruitment events to continuously source talent aligns with the organization’s growth strategy;

Managed and coordinated communication with candidates, conduct the employment reference checks.

Served as primary contact for new employees regarding all pre-hire and ensuring new employees are aware of mandatory requirements of employment.

Responsible for administrative duties related to recruitment effort

Assisted applicants and candidates with basic computer application for available positions

Processed background registration and ensuring accurate employee information for E-Verify

Processed ID badges, and assist with Pre-Employment processing as needed

Created personal files, medical files for new hires, and preparing new hire packets

Verified education and I-9 documents of new hires

Prepared memos, correspondence forms, reports and other documents as requested with high degree of accuracy

Verified information as needed in PeopleSoft

Assisted with any special projects for department which includes posting jobs on state website

Made sure that all staff required licensure were up to date per state office policy

DOL Service Specialist

Georgia Dept of Labor -Savannah, GA - July 2009 to January 2013

Compiled, recorded, and evaluated personal and financial data in order to verify completeness and accuracy, and to determine eligibility status.

Ensured consistency of program policies with departmental policy, and any other applicable policies, laws, or regulations protocol for processing unemployment benefits.

Interviewed veteran and benefits recipients at specified intervals to certify their eligibility for continuing benefits.

Interpreted information such as eligibility requirements, application details, payment methods, and applicants' legal rights

Participated in job fairs for Work Ready participants and graduating high school students.

Volunteer Services

District Coordinator of Volunteer Services (volunteer)

Boy Scouts of America, Coastal Georgia Council- Savannah, GA -

Developed, promoted, and maintained a wide range of volunteer opportunities within the Organization, Surveyed staff regularly to assess needs for volunteer assistance, Maintained volunteer service descriptions for each volunteer assignment, Ensure volunteers are staffed to support the various areas of operations, to include special events, development, and marketing/communications,

Recommended the most efficient use of volunteers, appropriate volunteer/parent mix, and future volunteer needs to support volunteer supported programs. Conducted and/or arranged for volunteer orientation and training. Scheduled volunteer activity, including identifying and promoting Scouting programs. Managed volunteer policies, procedures, and standards of volunteer service.

Assessed volunteer training feedback received through comment forms, Organized and participated in volunteer recognition programs and special events, Evaluated all aspects of volunteer programs to ensure effectiveness and to recommend/implement changes as appropriate. Maintained accurate records and provide timely statistical and activity reports on volunteer participation.

Council Coordinator of Volunteer Services (volunteer)

Boy Scouts of America, Coastal Georgia Council- Savannah, GA – 2013-2014

Hosted and attended recruiting events within the community to attract qualified candidates. Worked with Marketing and Public Relations and professional associations to publicize opportunities for volunteers.

Provided ongoing support and guidance for volunteers, Acted as a single point of contact for communications between volunteers and Central office, Conferred with volunteers to resolve grievances and promote cooperation and interest. Created and distributed various communications and publications, Facilitated distribution of information relevant to volunteers, Attended Council meetings, Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office

Provided advice and direction to the District Chairman, Assured District activities are aligned with the mission and vision of Coastal Empire Council of Boy Scouts. Promoted activities and achievements of the District, Assisted Council in acquiring funding of volunteer related events, as necessary, Identified community outreach opportunities such as fairs, festivals, local markets and organizations. Maintain schedule of opportunities, Work proactively with staff to provide accurate information and assistance to the volunteers.

Send confirmation and reminders of upcoming training, Worked with volunteers and Council staff to manage/assist groups before they arrive, and upon arrival to provide the best experience and minimize confusion and problems for other volunteers.

Build relationships with groups through service and follow up communication that results in return volunteers for training, Conducted post-visit calls to track successes and identify problems so that relationships are maintained and system improvements are made.

Medical Records Clerk (volunteer)

American Red Cross Savannah Region -Savannah, GA -

Volunteered to maintain patient files and retrieves files for scheduled appointments; files study patient charts; filed all patient data upon receipt of information; initiated records for new patients and created computer index; prepared file labels; maintained filing statistics; audits filing sequence.

Responded to requests for medical records; processed letters and reports; answered and directs telephone calls.

Retrieved patient schedules from computer system; distributed lab reports to physicians, and materials to other departments; requested information from various departments; responded to correspondence requests.

Made photocopies of records and documents for billing and/or legal services; sends and receives information via facsimile machine.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

National Certified Counselor (NCC) expires 2024

Mandated Reporting Certificate-expires 2023

Mental Health First Aid certificate

ASSIST- applied suicide intervention skills training

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