Mental Health Manager

MICHAEL T. PATTERSON LPC, NCC

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Versailles, MO 65084

Home: 573-***-****

Cell: 573-***-****

Email: ************@*********.***

CAREER OBJECTIVE

To obtain a challenging position fully utilizing my counseling experience and communication skills, working with an organization offering mental health services to underserved communities.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong proficiency in establishing rapport with individuals and families of diverse, cultural backgrounds to successfully achieve long and short term goals.

• Able to quickly identify treatment issues and provide positive, strength based solutions for individuals and families.

• Highly motivated to achieve optimal results utilizing problem solving and communication skills at all levels of therapeutic treatment planning.

• National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Awardee.

EDUCATION

M.A. Professional Counseling

Lindenwood University, St. Charles, Mo. G.P.A. 3.98

Licensed Professional Counselor, Missouri License # 200-***-****

National Certified Counselor, NBCC # 243167

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Child and Family Therapist LPC, NCC

Adelman & Associates, Versailles, MO (September 2006-Present)

Serve a diverse client population in a rural-based, underserved community in West-Central MO. Caseload average of 35 to 45 clients per week. Practice consists mainly of at risk children, adolescents, and families where therapy services are provided. This includes offering parenting assistance and guidance. Also serve clients in adult individual, substance abuse, and relationship counseling. Work closely with local agencies to achieve optimal results in an evidence-based, family oriented, practice. I am certified by the Missouri Board of Professional Counselors to provide independent supervision for Provisional Licensed Professional Counselors.

Clinical Director LPC

Piney Ridge Center, Waynesville, MO (August 2005-December 2006)

Oversee all clinical programs for a 60 bed Adolescent Residential Treatment Facility. Direct the planning, implementation, and supervision, of the clinical programs and services. This included supervision of clinical staff, the hiring and retention of therapists, and coordinating training(s). Worked closely with all staff to insure excellence in clinical services and maintain a positive, supportive work environment. Promoted cooperation and teamwork with co-workers, supervisors, patients, and their family members.

Therapist LPC

Boys and Girls Town of Missouri, St. James, MO (February 2005 – August 2005)

Provided services as a child and adolescent therapist with at-risk, underserved youth and their families. Provided weekly individual and family therapy; prepare and implement treatment plans, biopsychosocial summaries, and aftercare plans. Caseload average was 18 to 22 clients per week. Worked with team members to assure excellent communication, providing a continuum of care for clients and their families.

Home-Based Therapist, MST Therapist, LPC (December 2001 – February 2004)

Assistant Program Manager, LPC (February 2004 – February 2005)

Mental Health Center of Denver, Denver, CO

Work as a child and family therapist for a community-based mental health agency providing intensive in-home services to children, adolescents and families where children are at risk of out-of-home placement. Conduct initial assessments; provide crisis intervention, and brief, solution-focused, individual / family therapy services. Assist family members with identifying client / family treatment needs and coordinate with external agencies in accessing natural and community supports. Managed a caseload of 7 to10 families at a minimum of 3 to six hours/week per family. Trained in MST therapy, trained as an MST supervisor, and supervised the BSFT and MST teams. Familiar with use of IRIS electronic clinical documentation software.

Therapist, LPC

Adams Community Mental Health Center, Denver, CO (June 2001 – December 2001)

Serve as an individual / family therapist in a therapeutic, community-based day treatment program for dually diagnosed children (developmentally disabled / mentally ill) and their families. Responsibilities included; conducting individual, group, and family therapy sessions, setting measurable goals, monitoring progress and service planning when clinically indicated. Provided case management services with collateral contacts, parenting education, advocate for services, and link families to available resources within the community. Assisted students with transitions back into public school and monitored progress after discharge. Familiar with use of IRIS electronic clinical documentation software.

On-Call Supervisor / Milieu Counselor

Jefferson Hills, Denver, CO (July 2000 – February 2005)

Provide direct care to clients who are dangerous to themselves and/or others in an adolescent, residential treatment program. Utilize therapeutic communication skills in relating to and managing patient behavior, setting goals, counseling, and monitoring activities of daily living. Facilitate, and participate in group and individual activities, recreation, socialization and related client-centered activities including adolescent chemical dependency groups. Other duties include management of staff, organizing shift duties, and supervising milieu shifts.

Outpatient Chemical Dependency Care Coordinator

Magellan Behavioral Health, Maryland Heights, MO (October 1997 - June 2000)

Coordinate treatment programs and certify follow-up outpatient chemical dependency

treatment to clients discharged from higher levels of care. Job responsibilities also

included daily phone contact with providers and clients, organization of a client database,

and clinical documentation.

Intern Counselor

Christian Psychological and Family Services

St. Louis, MO (September 1999 – June 2000)

Work as intern counselor, supervised by a Licensed Clinical Psychologist towards

completion of graduate program. Counsel clients for individual, marriage, and family

therapy. Responsibilities included; providing therapy for individuals and families,

keeping client progress notes, and attending weekly staff meetings to discuss client

progress.

Residential Program Assistant

Spirit of St. Louis Hospital, Weldon Springs, MO (June 1996- June 1999)

Performed duties as described under Jefferson Hills.

Psychiatric Aide

Hawthorne Children’s Psychiatric Hospital

St. Louis, MO (October 1995 - June 1996)

Performed duties as described under Jefferson Hills.

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Member of the National Health Service Corps, National Certified Counselors, and the Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society International / Chi Sigma Iota, Lambda Chi Chapter.

Personal/professional references available upon request.

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