Mental Health Case Management
Resume:
Adesola Tierman
License drug and alcohol counselor / Case Management, utilization reviews/Research assistant
Arlington, TX 76015
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Obtain responsible position with the opportunity for professional growth in the field of substance abuse
counseling, mental health treatment, health care administration, and Utilization Review. Dedicated mental health professional with practical knowledge of counseling techniques, developmental theories, and behavioral strategies to provide the foundation for the duties of a Drug and Alcohol Counselor. Academic experience in the facets of drug and alcohol counseling. Proven ability to serve clients in a non-judgmental manner, gaining trust to facilitate change.
APPROACH
Self-motivated, results driven, flexible, responsible, reliable. Work well independently and in team
setting, bringing a multicultural perspective, and remaining passionate about helping people. Give attention to
detail in documentation and organization, multi-task, utilize humor and interpersonal skills, provide
leadership and team building where needed.
Greenhouse treatment center
Intake coordinator/ Utilization reviews/ case manager
Jan2022 - current
Biopsychosocial, assessments, screening, coordinating every aspect of intake, assigned a therapist to each client. Knowledge of DSMV, ASAM, interpretative summaries, BAM,PHQ,PLC,GAD,columbia intake assessment, demography, counseling, discharge planning, discharge assessments,FMLA, short time disability for clients, psychoeducational groups., PHP/IOP for provider to determine level of care
Work Experience
Crossroads treatment center, FEB 2022- December 2022
Fort Worth, Texas.
LCDC/ Intake coordinator.
Treatment plans, individual therapy, intake coordinator, 50 client on caseload, methadone clinic, help with dosingAssessments, biopsychosocial, DSMV, Groups Therapy, case managementIntakes, counseling, biopsychosocial,
substance abuse counselor
Diedam hearts INC/ Human health services
Jan 2019– Feb 2022
Provide psychosocial assessment and substance abuse counselor to clients that were release from state hospital
Delivered ongoing psychotherapy to a caseload of approximately 14 clients weekly.
Presented informational sessions on Cultural Sensitivity, Sexual Health, and Interpersonal Communication.
Completed psychosocial interviews for every client and maintained weekly notes to track client progress.
Worked collaboratively with clients to develop treatment plans and goals.
Participated in weekly group supervision meetings, providing colleagues with case feedback.
Performed weekly check-ins with patients on lockdown status.
Served as Inmate/Patient and as State Advocate for involuntary medication hearings
Intake counselor, IOP counselor and Utilization review counselor
Homeward Bound INC
December 2017- Jan 2020
Conduct clinical intake, assessed clients for mental and / or substance abuse treatment services and completed treatment plan and progress notes.
Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information.
Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories.
Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers.
Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.
Intervene as an advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
Provide clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services or programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary.
Utilization Reviews Case Manager / Case Management, Concurrent Reviews
Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital - DeSoto, TX
February 2017 to November 2018
Desoto, Texas.
Utilization Reviews Case Manager / Case Management, Concurrent Reviews:
Conducted utilization management reviews daily; interacted with medical directors, case managers,
therapists, unit nurses and behavior health technicians for patient status updates; reported patient
conditions and progress to insurance companies (Managed Care); attended meetings with medical staff
to finalize patient discharge plans; responded to calls and emails from Managed Care to coordinate
peer reviews; performed Utilization Review; monitored and processed discharge planning to ensure
proper patient care and after care; coordinated hospital and outpatient care arrangements; determined
resources available, provided geriatric case management placements, conducted psychosocial
assessments and formulated treatment plans to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Outpatient Counselor
Metro Care Services - Dallas, TX
January 2015 to April 2017
Taught Psycho-educational group twice daily and 5 days per week from minimum attendance
serving 3-20 clients; CMBHS database documentations; Psychiatric consultation for billings, confirming
continuing insurance coverage, create assignments, screening clients for eligibility due to recent changes
to assess whether patient entitled to higher level of care and resources through Medicaid/
Medicare, (e.g. to substantiate medical necessity of Detox or residential substance abuse treatment);
Intake/ Admission Assessments in CMBHS; Service authorization (writing SAR), pre-certification through
Managed Care; formulate treatment plans and document them in CMBHS; perform individual counseling
on individuals 2 times per month; lead and conducted group therapy and entered therapy notes into
CMBHS; formulated discharge plans and enter data in CMBHS; executed release of information consent
forms with law enforcement agents, such as probation and parole officers where needed.
Admission Counselor and Utilization Review
Nexus Recovery Center - Dallas, TX
June 2008 to November 2016
CMBHS and data entry; determined clinical and financial eligibility; performed triage according to
timelines set forth by admission department; coordinated with applicants and/ or referral sources
as required by admission protocol; completed initial clinical assessment; conducted post-admission
clinical assessment and diagnosis of chemical dependency; maintained ongoing knowledge of community
resources and referral sources; performed Utilization Review, pre-certification, and concurrent reviews
with managed care to obtain authorization for treatment stay; conducted case staffing working directly
with admission director and clinical director, performed concurrent reviews with Managed Care to obtain
approval for continuous stay for clients; conducted daily census; coordinated admissions to programs
with program directors, completed daily data entry to CMBHS, including screenings, admission and
discharge follow up.
Counselor Assistant (LCDC-I) / Intake/ Behavioral Therapy Technician
Greenhouse Treatment Center - Grand Prairie, TX
May 2008 to June 2016
Conducted intake, provided direct and support services to drug and alcohol abusers; ensured clients
participation in treatment, and facilitated psycho-educational and recreational activities; maintained
constant awareness of client physical location; provided instruction regarding the housing program
rules, procedures, and services available; maintained order and compliance with rules and regulations.
monitored and documented clients for signs of medical distress and/or behavioral concerns; ensured
client wakes-up and goes to bed on time, escorts residents on shopping trips, recreation, meetings,
medical appointments: distributed daily mail to clients and observed confidentiality standards, recorded
accurate and up-to-date reports on every client and continually updated the bed list(s), to ensure that
all admissions and discharges are timely recorded; reported discrepancies in records to the supervisor.
responded to medical emergencies; conducted search of all client bags upon admission and confiscated
and secures contraband; randomly inspected premises.
Education
Master in social work
Walden university
Graduating August 2025
Bachelor of science
University of North Texas - Denton, TX
August 2010
Associate in Science
Northlake College - Irving, TX
2008
License in Chemical Dependency Counseling Program
Tarrant County College - Fort Worth, TX, 2008
Skills
• TRAINING
• Motivational Interviewing
• DATABASE
• Individual / Group Counseling
• Group Therapy
• Crisis Intervention
• Case Management
• Behavioral Therapy
• Social Work
•psychoeducational groups
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