Experience

Dynamic Systems Technology, Inc. (DysTech)

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Suicide Prevention Coordinator

  • Nov 2021 - Present

  Serves as suicide prevention coordinator, trainer and case manager for the South Carolina Army Reserves & National Guard. Instructed and presented informational briefs to audiences of over 100+ regarding suicide prevention, substance abuse prevention, and other risk reduction topics based on unit needs. Implemented program goals, objectives, and standard operating procedures. Coordinated and conducted suicide prevention training for ARNG leaders and units to meet or supersede the requirements of regulations. Maintained and tracked sensitive data regarding suicidal behaviors. Utilized subject matter expertise and teamwork skills to provide prevention coordinator with recommended risk mitigation plans. Served as a member of the Commander’s Ready and Resilient Council. Established and maintained positive relationships with community based service providers. Continuously researched and updated catalog of community resources. Established and maintained positive relationships with state points of contacts. Referred and provided quality resources to Servicemembers when necessary. Participated and contributed to monthly interdisciplinary meetings regarding program status. Show less



JAMES J. PETERS VA MEDICAL CENTER

• United States
• Medical Practices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Counseling Intern

  • Sep 2020 - Apr 2021

  Provided individual and group psychotherapy to clients of diverse backgrounds and psychological presentations/concerns including but not limited to anxiety, depression, substance use, suicidal ideation, personality disorders, post traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, childhood sexual trauma, as well as recent and repeated hospitalizations. Utilized primarily third waves approaches, specifically Acceptance and Commitment therapy, in addition to numerous other techniques when best suited for client’s needs. Co-facilitated a DBT skills group for Justice-Involved Veterans and provided biweekly case management sessions to best support clients. Trained and proficient in tele-health. Participated in weekly interdisciplinary meetings with other providers. Show less



The Resilience Center for Veterans and Families

• Graduate Research Assistant

  • Mar 2020 - Apr 2021

  Principle Investigator: Dr. Joseph Geraci, PhD, LMHC Development of short and long term research projects that focus on understanding the experiences, strengths and difficulties transitioning Service Members and Veterans and their families. Specialized involvement with The ETS Sponsorship Program assisting service members transitioning out of the military. Served as a Transition Coordinator completing intake processes to identify areas of potential need, risk, and/or suicidality. Additionally, served as a Small Group Facilitator in training and certifying potential Sponsors for the ETS Sponsorship Program. Show less


The ETS Sponsorship Program
• United States
• Armed Forces
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Small Group Facilitator

  • Mar 2020 - Apr 2021


Looking Upwards, Inc.

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Home Based Therapy Worker

  • Jan 2019 - May 2019

  Provided structured, goal-oriented, individual therapy in client’s natural home environment. Utilized combined theoretical approaches of family systems, applied behavioral analysis, and parent-child interactions. Developed, implemented and evaluated specialized treatment plans to best serve each client. Facilitated practice of behavior modification and social interaction skills. Provided structured, goal-oriented, individual therapy in client’s natural home environment. Utilized combined theoretical approaches of family systems, applied behavioral analysis, and parent-child interactions. Developed, implemented and evaluated specialized treatment plans to best serve each client. Facilitated practice of behavior modification and social interaction skills.