Papa Jo Amissah, MSW
Behavioral Health Specialist at Columbia Memorial Health - Hudson, NY- Claim this Profile
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English Full professional proficiency
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Fanti Limited working proficiency
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Spanish Elementary proficiency
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Experience
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Columbia Memorial Health - Hudson, NY
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Behavioral Health Specialist
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Oct 2022 - Present
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Columbia Memorial Health - Hudson, NY
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Clinical Social Work Intern
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Jan 2022 - Jul 2022
Conducted brief biopsychosocial assessments with patients within the CMH Emergency Department in consultation with psychiatrist on call to determine patient needs and level of care Liaised with and made referrals to other agencies to accommodate needs of patients Facilitated and co-facilitated group psychotherapeutic interventions aimed at positively impacting the physical, cognitive, and emotional functioning of patients Completed required documentation including client progress, mental health assessment updates, and discharge documentation Show less
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University at Albany, SUNY
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Assistant of Operations - Campus Center Management
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Aug 2020 - May 2022
Assisted in setup of facilities and furniture as well as ensured the overall physical appearance and upkeep of all spaces within the Campus Center Participated in weekly 24 hour on call rotation availability with the other Professional Staff members of the Campus Center Management Team in order to guide student employees through situations that arose within the Campus Center. Collaborated with student organizations, UPD, Student Involvement, Facilities, and outside vendors to plan and execute events in various campus venues hosted by student organizations. Answered questions from patrons (students, faculty, staff, prospective students, and their parents) over the phone, via email, and in person regarding event information, facilities use, and campus information Provided on-site, day/night-of-event coordination to ensure facilities were prepared for events in a timely manner and events were successfully executed including cleanliness, proper setup, equipment, personnel, customer service and clean-up/tear-down Supported the Assistant Director of Operations with the revision of staff manuals, room set-ups, and student staff scheduling Show less
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New Choices Recovery Center
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Social Work Intern
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Sep 2019 - Jun 2020
Planned and facilitated weekly treatment, educational, and processing groups for individuals diagnosed with substance use disorder in large and small group settings Performed intakes, assessments and evaluations to assess client needs and determine level of care Formulated progress notes, group notes, and treatment plans to meet agency and OASAS standards Participated in weekly case conferences and supervision Planned and facilitated weekly treatment, educational, and processing groups for individuals diagnosed with substance use disorder in large and small group settings Performed intakes, assessments and evaluations to assess client needs and determine level of care Formulated progress notes, group notes, and treatment plans to meet agency and OASAS standards Participated in weekly case conferences and supervision
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University at Albany, SUNY
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Production Assistant - Campus Center Management
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Aug 2019 - May 2020
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Summer Member Service Representative - Campus Recreation
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May 2019 - Aug 2019
Welcomed patrons to Campus Recreation facilities and provided information to members as needed via telephone or in person, in a prompt and courteous manner.Performed membership transactions and accurately input new membership sales, renewals and programs into the membership database.Rented sports equipment to patrons and assisted with directions.
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Parsons Child & Family Center
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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100 - 200 Employee
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Waiver Service Provider
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Jan 2017 - Jun 2019
Delivered direct service provision to clients and their caregivers enrolled in the Bridges to Health (B2H) Waiver program Provided one-on-one skill building focused services with children, individualizing goals and needs, enabling clients to function successfully in the home and community Assisted family/caregiver in acquiring, developing, and using functional skills and techniques that helps give effective methods on how to enable the client to function successfully in the home and community Served as a special needs community advocate by taking the role of a liaison with community and educational systems regarding the child's strengths, disabilities, and needs related to unmet health care issues Trained individuals and their caregivers, to identify triggers, behavior patterns and safe alternatives to avoid crises. Show less
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Fulton-Montgomery Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP) Chaperone
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Mar 2019 - Apr 2019
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Fulton-Montgomery Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP) Personal Academic Trainer
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Jun 2016 - Aug 2016
Served as a guide for a visually impaired student and assisted in their participation of classroom lessons/activities Supervised breakfast, lunch, in-between class transitions, enrichment, and dismissal, ensuring students were always where they needed to be Acted as a resource to teachers in their instructional practice, whenever it related to issues of discipline, relationships with students, classroom management, and school culture. Provided mentoring for students in terms of high school and college expectations Embodied the role of an Resident Assistant during a 4 day 3 night stay at the dormitories of FMCC Chaperoned students on a 3 day 2 night tour of Philadelphia Show less
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College of Mount Saint Vincent
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United States
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Student Office Assistant
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Feb 2016 - May 2016
Worked closely with the Staff Accountant to ensure smooth operation of all finance matters Answered and forwarded incoming phone calls as well as provided basic information when neededPerformed data entry and payroll trackingFiled, scanned and copied documents
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Security Events Staff
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Oct 2015 - Feb 2016
Monitored safety standards and reported any blocked exits, fire safety hazards, slippery floors, etcConducted searches on students and outside guests for illegal items or substancesObserved for signs of disorder and investigated disturbances
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AHRC New York City
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Intern
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Oct 2015 - Dec 2015
Devised activities geared towards older populations with intellectual and developmental disabilities Implemented a new curriculum of activities within groups to promote mental and physical health Practiced person centered planning with clients Created maps with clients Observed clients health and behavior on a constant basis Devised activities geared towards older populations with intellectual and developmental disabilities Implemented a new curriculum of activities within groups to promote mental and physical health Practiced person centered planning with clients Created maps with clients Observed clients health and behavior on a constant basis
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Fulton-Montgomery Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP) Personal Academic Trainer
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Jul 2015 - Aug 2015
Facilitated a group of activities for 150 High School students Tracked behavior on the school bus, ensuring students are exemplary bus riders to and from FMCC Escorted students to classrooms Assisted Teachers/Professors with classroom lessons and activities Provided mentoring for students in terms of college expectations Worked collaboratively with members of the LPP staff to guarantee the success of programs Chaperoned students on a 3 day 2 night tour of New York City Show less
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College of Mount Saint Vincent
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United States
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Computer Services Orientation Leader
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Jun 2015 - Jul 2015
Offered technical support to 200+ students of the CMSV Class of 2019 over the course of two sessions Assessed the function of all available computers within designated locations Offered technical support to 200+ students of the CMSV Class of 2019 over the course of two sessions Assessed the function of all available computers within designated locations
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Father Chris Keenan FDNY Chaplain
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College of Mount Saint Vincent
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Office Assistant
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May 2015 - Jul 2015
Forwarded information by receiving and distributing communications; collecting and emailing correspondence; copying information Maintained supplies by checking stock to determine inventory levels, verifying receipts, stocking items, and delivered supplies to work stations Faxed, scanned and copied documents Kept office area clean and tidy Forwarded information by receiving and distributing communications; collecting and emailing correspondence; copying information Maintained supplies by checking stock to determine inventory levels, verifying receipts, stocking items, and delivered supplies to work stations Faxed, scanned and copied documents Kept office area clean and tidy
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College of Mount Saint Vincent
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United States
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Admissions Ambassador
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Oct 2012 - Nov 2014
Made phone calls to prospective students.Assisted with campus tours and interacted with incoming studentsAided with decorations on campus for open houses, student acceptance days, and scholarship brunches
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Trio Summer Orientation Leader
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Jul 2014 - Aug 2014
Promoted a sense of community for the Class of 2018Facilitated a group of activities for 40 Trio studentsPlanned programs to assist new students with college transitionEncouraged the safety for Trio students in the residence halls and enforced college policiesDesigned educational bulletin boards with other peer leaders
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Resident Assistant
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Aug 2013 - May 2014
Implemented a sense of community within the residence hallsDevised programs to promote a sense of resident and campus communityOversaw resident safety through enforcing college policiesCounseled residents regarding personal and academic concerns.Assisted residents in their adjustment to roommate and community living.Monitored residents or guests entering and exiting dormitory buildingsDesigned educational bulletin boards for residents
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Education
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University at Albany, SUNY
Master of Social Work - MSW -
College of Mount Saint Vincent
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Major in Sociology, Minor in Political Science -
Amsterdam High School
High School Diploma