Background in counseling and social work highlighted through effective assessments and individualized treatment plans. Experience in crisis intervention and client advocacy enhances support for diverse populations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Recovery Counselor
Mark Twain Behavioral Health
Hannibal
07.2024 - Current
Conducted assessments and developed treatment plans to address client needs.
Educated groups and provided one-on-one counseling sessions.
Liaised with legal authorities to advocate for clients' rights and interests.
Leveraged faith-based experience to provide tailored support for clients.
Therapist
Catholic Charities of Quincy Illinois
01.2024 - 07.2024
Provided individual counseling to children and adolescents, fostering emotional growth and resilience.
Conducted intake assessments and diagnosed clients, establishing tailored treatment plans that address specific needs.
Documented treatment through clinical progress notes, facilitating continuity of care across diverse age groups.
Lead Clergy- Pastor
First Assembly of God
Hannibal
06.2014 - 08.2023
Led weekly worship services to foster community engagement and spiritual growth.
Provided pastoral care through counseling and support for members in need.
Trained staff on educational programs while developing impactful weekly sermons and lessons.
Organized church events to enhance community fellowship and outreach efforts.
Conducted educational instruction and fulfilled pastoral duties to support congregational growth.
Therapist/Counselor (part-time)
Preferred Family Services
Hannibal
02.2021 - 07.2023
Conducted intake assessments and provided tailored individual and group counseling to support client progress.
Delivered crisis counseling and performed comprehensive diagnoses to address diverse client needs.
Maintained detailed progress notes as QMHP provider for Medicaid and Medicare, ensuring compliance and continuity of care.
Resigned in good standing due to lack of full-time therapist positions available.
Social Services Director
Good Samaritan Nursing Home
Aztec
01.2012 - 01.2014
Secured employment records via Good Samaritan headquarters, Sioux Falls, ND.
Requested verification from Human Resources at 605-636-6252 for past roles.
Details regarding previous positions provided upon request.
Developed and implemented social service programs for resident well-being.
Coordinated care plans with interdisciplinary healthcare teams regularly.
Managed resident assessments to identify social and emotional needs.
Education
Masters of Arts - Professional Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
02-2018
Bachelors of Science - Pastoral Ministry and Evangelism
Nelson University
Waxahachie, Texas
12-1988
Skills
Treatment planning
Crisis counseling
Treatment planning
Intake assessment
Progress documentation
Crisis intervention
Progress documentation
Client advocacy
Certification
CRADC # 18742 Begin date: 11/4/2024 expiration date 10/31/26 Certified Rehabilitation Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Timeline
Recovery Counselor
Mark Twain Behavioral Health
07.2024 - Current
Therapist
Catholic Charities of Quincy Illinois
01.2024 - 07.2024
Therapist/Counselor (part-time)
Preferred Family Services
02.2021 - 07.2023
Lead Clergy- Pastor
First Assembly of God
06.2014 - 08.2023
Social Services Director
Good Samaritan Nursing Home
01.2012 - 01.2014
Masters of Arts - Professional Counseling
Liberty University
Bachelors of Science - Pastoral Ministry and Evangelism