Manager, Consultant
Resume:
TONYA D. HOWARD, M.Ed, ICADC, CAMS
Atlanta, GA 30331
Phone: 404-***-****
Email: mmsq43@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE
To obtain position requiring excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
EDUCATION
11/2009 University of Phoenix
Masters of Arts in Education Curriculum and Instruction
8/2005 University of North Florida – Jacksonville, FL
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and English (-)
CERTIFICATIONS
2010 Certified Anger Management Specialist
2010 International Certified Alcohol and Drug Specialist Certification
QUALIFICATIONS
-Excellent Oral and written communication skills that increases the ability to effectively communicate with a variety of people.
-Ability to work under minimal supervision to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks and prioritize duties.
-Ability to train, coordinate activities and collaborate with diverse groups of young people.
-Positive and effective interactions with families, supports circles, and clients from all socioeconomic backgrounds.
-Awesome leadership skills, great self-starter, outstanding team player and a strong motivator.
WORK HISTORY
Addictions Counselor
H. O. P .E. Through Divine Intervention February 2010 – present
• Provide group and individual counseling for clients with HIV and substance abuse problems.
• Assisted program in developing a model for treatment in the MSM and Transgender community.
• Developed Treatment Plans and Crisis Intervention Services. Completed Bio-psychosocial assessments for each client.
• Supervised and trained staff to facilitate peer support groups.
Lead Assessor I
New Beginnings Today, LLC July 2009 – 2010
• Conducted quality Bio-psychosocial out-of-clinic assessments on all assigned clients for the purpose of determining the type and/or level of services they may be eligible to receive from the agency.
• Develop Treatment Plans, CAFAS Scores and Reports, Progress Notes, and Initial Intake Documentation.
• Provide proper diagnosis and accurate evaluations.
• Provide Crisis Intervention services, substance abuse counseling, individual counseling, and family counseling.
• Marketing presentations at schools, probation offices, etc to increase awareness about the company and services provided.
Mental Health Case Manager
Generations/Gaither Group October 2008 – July 2009
• Enhance the ability to function more independently by coordinating strengths with resources and ongoing support.
• To ensure access and continuity of care throughout all mental health and primary care systems.
• To improve quality of life by helping each client to identify and incorporate his/her potential through Individual/Group/Family counseling, Substance Abuse, Medication Monitoring, and Treatment Plans.
• Marketing presentations at Schools, Probation offices, Mental Hospitals, etc to increase awareness about the company and services provided.
Senior Family Counselor and Clinical Liaison
Youth Villages, Inc April 2007- December 2007
• Developed and Implemented treatment plans for mental health, substance abuse, and at risk clients.
• Provided Intensive In-Home Therapy.
• Conducted and participated in extensive leadership trainings and field visit.
• Developed interventions that were family-focused and involved all support systems through the family, school, community, DCS, and peer groups.
• Utilized the Multi-Systemic Therapy model and principles, and provided clinical support for other counselors.
• Provided documentation and reports of progress made by the clients and areas of need on a weekly basis.
• Worked closely with all supports to develop and implement necessary plans to increase the success and improvement rates of the clients and minimize any negative situations that may involve the clients and supports
Family Support Coordinator
Shelby Residential and Vocational Services, Inc. September 2005-February 2007
• Work closely and consistently with the Department of Mental Retardation for the State of Tennessee.
• Managed office staff, conducted community presentations to agencies and families.
• Conducted quarterly meetings, field visits, data entry, database maintenance and troubleshooting with IT.
• Conducted employee training, Outreach (Shelby and Fayette Counties), Service Coordination, Case management, Family Counseling, Coordinate local Council meetings.
• Developed financial quarterly reports, Newsletter preparations, Reconciliation of allocations and expenses.
• Reviewed authorization for payment paperwork, emergency letter tracking and follow ups, organized mail outs, and assist with application for state funds.
References provided upon request
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