Substance Use Counselor

• May 2023 - Present

I am a Substance Use Counselor at Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS) in Amelia, Ohio. GCB is a nonprofit community mental health agency. I serve individuals who may have a co-morbid mental health disorder (severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) as defined by: Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, and other similar disorders) alongside a gambling, addictions, alcohol, and/or other drug use disorders. I complete diagnostic assessments and treatment… Show more I am a Substance Use Counselor at Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS) in Amelia, Ohio. GCB is a nonprofit community mental health agency. I serve individuals who may have a co-morbid mental health disorder (severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) as defined by: Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, and other similar disorders) alongside a gambling, addictions, alcohol, and/or other drug use disorders. I complete diagnostic assessments and treatment plans for clients seeking these services. I facilitate therapeutic cognitive behaviorally based groups for mental health as well as alcohol, other drug treatment, and various addictions. I conduct individual and family counseling sessions to identify potential problems that may interfere with the recovery process; in turn, helping develop appropriate treatment for the client. I make appropriate referrals for further counseling and services to improve the client’s quality of life and improve the likelihood of recovery. I provide referrals to case management, linkage and/or referrals to appropriate schools, employment bureaus, housing, health facilities, or other community resources. I keep accurate and up-to-date clinical records meeting agency, state, and accrediting board standards.

Senior Care Manager

• Nov 2021 - May 2023

Mental Health Care Manager

• Apr 2018 - Oct 2021

I provide Community Psychiatric Support Treatment (CPST) services to severely and persistently mentally ill clients in an outpatient facility and the community. I establish therapeutic relationships, assess complex problems, select problem-solving interventions, and help clients to function effectively. In conjunction with a supervisor and team psychiatrist, I assess the client’s mental health and basic needs, determining the appropriate level of care and support, and determining the… Show more I provide Community Psychiatric Support Treatment (CPST) services to severely and persistently mentally ill clients in an outpatient facility and the community. I establish therapeutic relationships, assess complex problems, select problem-solving interventions, and help clients to function effectively. In conjunction with a supervisor and team psychiatrist, I assess the client’s mental health and basic needs, determining the appropriate level of care and support, and determining the availability of resources, while also developing an Individual Recovery Plan. I coordinate access to the recommended medical treatment services, vocational assistance, housing assistance, and other targeted services. I monitor the treatment progress of clients, reassess client status and the effectiveness of intervention, revise their Individual Recovery Plan, and advocate for clients. I coordinate, conduct, and participate in assessments; provide crisis assistance services; delegate recovery plan tasks to appropriate service providers; and monitor overall service delivery.

Counselor Trainee

• Sep 2019 - May 2020

For my Internship in my Master's program at Union Institute & University, I was a Counselor Trainee at Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services, where I worked alongside an integrative care team consisting of counselors, psychiatrists, and case management to assist in providing mental health counseling services to clients who experience severe and persistent mental illness.

Counselor Trainee

• May 2019 - Dec 2019

For my practicum in my Master's program at Union Institute & University, I was a Counselor Trainee at Clermont Recovery Center, where I worked alongside the medication-assisted treatment team and intensive outpatient treatment program for substance use and chemical dependency. For my practicum in my Master's program at Union Institute & University, I was a Counselor Trainee at Clermont Recovery Center, where I worked alongside the medication-assisted treatment team and intensive outpatient treatment program for substance use and chemical dependency.

Family Support Associate

• Sep 2014 - Feb 2017

I served children and young adults with a range of conditions and disabilities including: physical or cognitive disabilities, syndromes associated with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum, learning disabilities, and co-occurring mental health issues. I supported these individuals in their home, neighborhood, and community by working toward their own personal skill development goals and service objectives. I served children and young adults with a range of conditions and disabilities including: physical or cognitive disabilities, syndromes associated with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum, learning disabilities, and co-occurring mental health issues. I supported these individuals in their home, neighborhood, and community by working toward their own personal skill development goals and service objectives.

Research Assistant

• Aug 2014 - May 2015

I was a Research Assistant in a Social Identity and Diversity Research Lab in the Psychology Department at UC. I aided Undergraduate and Graduate students in their research projects. I collected and analyzed data, transcribed audio soundbites, and helped run experiments. I was a Research Assistant in a Social Identity and Diversity Research Lab in the Psychology Department at UC. I aided Undergraduate and Graduate students in their research projects. I collected and analyzed data, transcribed audio soundbites, and helped run experiments.