Behavioral Health Mental
Resume:
Sheri Colston LPC
Glassboro, NJ
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Work Experience
Text and Online Counseling
November 2021 to present
Provide tele-therapy using varied treatment modalities. BH Clinician
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey-remote February 2020 to Present
Performing behavioral health duties using established guidelines to ensure appropriate level of care as well as planning for the transition to the continuum of care. Performs duties and types of care management as assigned by management. Assesses patient's behavioral health clinical need against established guidelines and/or standards to ensure that the level of care and length of stay of the patient are medically appropriate for inpatient stay. Evaluates the necessity, appropriateness and efficiency of behavioral health medical services and procedures provided. Coordinates and assists in implementation of plan for members. LPC-Private Practice
February 2018 to present
Professional Counselor
NJ Professional Counseling Group, LLC - Franklinville, NJ June 2019 to February 2020
Provide therapy using varied treatment modalities. Clinical Program Manager
All in Solutions Counseling - Cherry Hill, NJ January January 2019 to January 2020 Managing a staff of 14 clinicians, oversee day to day clinical operations of a substance abuse treatment program. Ensured Program was meeting clinical benchmarks for quality care and productivity, ensuring that care is being provided in accordance with State License and accreditation, developing and providing ongoing clinical staff development and program planning. Provided direct service to clients, provided individual, family and group therapy. Provide leadership to the clinical team to ensure that the client experience is as seamless as possible. Intensive Community Program Director
Cumberland County Guidance Center - Bridgeton, NJ December 2017 to January 2019 Provide clinical direction for Intensive Community support programs. Supportive Housing team Lead/Therapist Cumberland County Guidance Center - Franklinville, NJ April 2017 to January 2018
Managed on a day to day basis the Supportive Housing team including the allocation of workload, supervision and training. Ensured that supportive housing and support management services are provided to clients in accordance with all State regulations. Assisted the Supportive Housing and Care Manager staff in the delivery of high quality supported housing services. Completed Assessments, treatment plans, monitored and documented client progress. Provided individual therapy.
Treatment Director
Volunteers of America - Camden, NJ
April 2016 to April 2017
Provided individual, substance abuse, family, and group work using a variety of techniques. Coordinated treatment efforts with the families of clients and other personnel of other treatment agencies. Provided support of ancillary services. Assisted in the development of mental health services in a residential/ outpatient setting. Provided all activities as required by both internal and external sources. Program Director
It Takes a Family – Cinnaminson – Cinnaminson, NJ
May 2015 – April 2016
Provided individual, family counselling, and group work using a variety of techniques. Coordinated treatment efforts with the families of clients and other personnel of other treatment agencies. Provided support of ancillary services. Assisted in the development of mental health services in a community setting, with dually diagnosed population. Provided all activities as required by both internal and external sources. Therapist
Onward Behavioral Health - Philadelphia, PA May
2013 to April 2015
Provided individual, substance abuse, family counseling, and group work using a variety of techniques. Coordinate treatment efforts with the families of clients and other personnel of other treatment agencies. Provided support of ancillary services. Assisted in the development of mental health services in a community setting. Provided all activities as required by both internal and external sources. EAP Specialist
Psych Pros/United health Group - Philadelphia, PA December 2014 to 2015 Responsibilities included all clinical and administrative activities necessary to assist employees seeking help with personal and work related concerns. Conducted confidential and timely problem identification/ assessment for employees who have work or personal concerns that may affect job performance// and for other eligible clients. Provided short-term assistance, case monitoring, and follow-up services to assist employees with work and personal concerns and helped maintain a safe and productive workplace. Mental Health Clinical Supervisor
MHM Services (Contract Department of Corrections) - Wilmington, DE November 2011 to May 2013
Responsible for treatment in Mental Health Unit within the facility. Made clinically based decisions regarding appropriateness for treatment, as well as preferred treatment modality. Assessed and made referrals for higher level of care, as appropriate. Completed clinical evaluations and assessments. Provided oversight and consultative supervision, weekly on an ongoing basis. Designed and implemented best practice and emerging practice protocols employed in service delivery. Monitored service delivery, quality and operational outcomes and recommended and oversaw improvements where necessary.
Ensured continuity of care through the development of collaborative relationships with other agencies and providers.
Counselor III
Greater Philadelphia Health Action - Philadelphia, PA 2008 to 2011
Provided individual, family counseling, and group work using a variety of techniques. Coordinated treatment efforts with the families of clients and other personnel of other treatment agencies. Provided support of ancillary services. Assisted in the development of mental health services in a community setting, with dually diagnosed population. Provided all activities as required by both internal and external sources.
Intercommunity Action Philadelphia, PA Children’s Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor InterCommunity Action - Philadelphia, PA
2006 to 2008
Supervised Behavioral Specialists, Mobile Therapists and Therapeutic Support staff in a community setting. Chief Mental Health Counselor State
of South Carolina - Spartanburg, SC
2005 to 2006
Provided individual, family and group
services to a varied population; this to
include assessments, case management,
formulation of treatment plans, ancillary
services, referral for physician services, and
ensured continuity of care for consumers in
the community. Provided crisis intervention
services on a PRN basis. Maintained records
in accordance with QA and local standards of
clinical practice while maintaining compliance
with local, state and federal Corporate
Compliance Laws. Assisted with
supervision/coordination of CAF
programming.
SCOH Supervisor
Northeast Treatment Center Philadelphia, PA - Philadelphia, PA 2001 to 2006
Management of personnel, program design and implementation, monitoring, training and evaluation of case managers. Budget development and management. Responsible for the overall operation and daily functioning of program that provides services to adjudicated children and adolescents in their own homes. Conducted Psycho- social assessments, treatment planning and case management. Counseled at risk youth and their families offering support and referrals for necessary services. Education
MHS in Psychology/concentration Counseling
Lincoln University - Oxford, PA
1998 to 2000
Skills
Motivational Interviewing, CBT, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (10+ years), Trauma Treatment, co-occurring D/O
Certifications/Licenses
LPC
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