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Inova HealthBehavioral Health Therapist IV
Sep. 2024Alexandria, Virginia, United StatesProvides advanced clinical expertise in delivering a broad range of therapeutic services, psychoeducational programs, and behavioral interventions to support clients in achieving individualized treatment plan goals. Responsibilities include assessing and diagnosing mental health and substance use disorders through bio-psycho-social, evidence-based assessments to identify patient and family needs and goals. In the absence of the Director, assumes leadership of clinical operations within the program, department, or unit to ensure continuity of care. Exercises clinical autonomy in the provision of care, making recommendations and referrals while continuously advancing professional knowledge and pursuing relevant certifications. Contributes to the field through participation in research initiatives, including developing protocols, writing abstracts, and collaborating on publications when appropriate.
Walden UniversityClinical Instructor
May. 2024Oversee the clinical practice of psychiatric nurse practitioner students, offering hands-on supervision, detailed feedback, and constructive evaluations to ensure they are well-prepared to excel in their careers. I am passionate about creating an interactive and supportive learning environment where students can thrive and develop their professional identities. My commitment to excellence extends to the development and delivery of comprehensive training sessions and educational materials that are both current and relevant. Collaboration with academic and clinical staff is integral to my approach, ensuring a cohesive and enriching learning experience for all students.
Arlington County GovernmentEDGE Program Coordinator
Nov. 2023 - Sep. 2024United StatesSpearheaded the overall management of the EDGE Program, ensuring a holistic approach to mental
health care. This involves meticulous planning, implementation, and continuous refinement of the
program's curriculum, aligning it with the evolving needs of young adults with mental health concerns.
Design and facilitate psychoeducational groups, creating a supportive and informative environment
where young adults can thrive. This entails developing engaging content and interactive sessions
that resonate with the participants, fostering personal growth and mental resilience. Implement
strategic outreach initiatives to connect with the young adult population, ensuring that the services
offered are accessible and tailored to meet their needs. This involves collaborating with community
stakeholders, leveraging social media platforms, and conducting outreach programs to raise awareness
and participation in the EDGE Program
Loudoun County GovernmentCrisis Intervention Specialist
Jul. 2023 - Nov. 2023Leesburg, Virginia, United StatesSpecializes in crisis intervention and stabilization services, including mobile crisis response to designated community locations, law enforcement, and behavioral health community response, and the facilitation of the civil commitment process/ Supports 24-hour crisis response throughout the community, as a member of both teams, by using my expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness, substance use disorders, and intellectual/developmental disabilities to provide crisis intervention and stabilization services. With a focus on the least restrictive behavioral health treatment option, evaluates individuals experiencing behavioral health and developmental disability crises and links them, their families, and their support systems with treatment options.
Fairfax County GovernmentCrisis Intervention Specialist
Mar. 2023 - Jul. 2023Fairfax County, Virginia, United StatesPerforms complex, code-mandated evaluations to include mental status examination, and comprehensive risk assessment. Makes independent diagnosis and determines if the individual meets civil commitment criteria. As clinically indicated, recommends the issuance of an Emergency Custody Order or a Temporary Detention Order. Evaluates individuals seeking voluntary admission to a state psychiatric facility, a local psychiatric hospital (state-funded admission), or a crisis stabilization unit.
Provides emergency crisis intervention services to individuals who are high risk, e.g., suicidal, homicidal, psychotic, with the goal of stabilization and finding creative and safe community treatment alternatives. Responds to rapid call-outs (24/7) to high-risk hostage/barricade situations providing on-scene consultation and intervention services. Responds to rapid call-outs (24/7) to public safety personnel and other county employees who have been exposed to psychologically traumatic events in the course of their work. Attends civil commitment and appeal hearings providing expert testimony to General District and Circuit Courts. Responds to requests from individuals, friends/family, and other Fairfax County departments to evaluate and intervene with individuals in the community who are high risk and are unwilling or unable to get to the CSB Emergency Service for evaluation or treatment. Assesses the need for referral to a psychiatrist, or to a primary care physician or hospital emergency department. Provides expert consultation to Human Services, Public Safety agencies, and the private sector regarding individuals who are clinically complex and/or high-risk. Provides liaison to community agencies to facilitate communication and service provision for clients requiring multiple services and/or who are clinically complex and/or high risk.
Fairfax County GovernmentBehavioral Health Senior Clinician
Mar. 2022 - Mar. 2023Fairfax, VAPerforms complex evaluations and makes independent diagnoses using Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Provides individual, family and group treatment. Maintains a diverse caseload of clients with acute, chronic mental illness. Approves and/or implements therapeutic treatment plans. Conducts intensive clinical interventions. Provides family therapy in a residential setting. Recommends, monitors, and coordinates clinical care to non-Community Services Board clients. Provides discharge planning and coordination of after-care service plans for clients leaving state, local, and private psychiatric hospitals. Collaborates with service professionals as participant/lead of Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Consults with professionals on a variety of problems including delivery of needed services for clinically complex cases. Provides liaison to community agencies to facilitate communication and service provision for clients requiring multiple services. Monitors and analyzes the impact of psychotropic medication on client's functioning and mental status. Provides risk assessments for dangerousness to self and others. Provides crisis stabilization and crisis management
Fairfax County GovernmentBehavioral Health Specialist
Sep. 2021 - Mar. 2022Fairfax, Virginia, United StatesMakes behavioral health diagnoses using Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, International Classification of Diseases or other diagnostic tools as required; maintains a diverse caseload of clients with a variety of substance use, developmental disabilities and/or mental illnesses; develops client and/or family centered therapeutic treatment plans, with consideration given to the nature and severity of the behavioral health problem, family, cultural and employment related circumstances, legal involvement, individual and family histories, physical condition, and other pertinent factors; implements therapeutic treatment plan under clinical supervision; conducts independent behavioral health intakes and assessments; provides individual, group, and/or family treatment under supervision; collaborates with service professionals inside and outside of the Community Services Board; adapts and modifies treatment interventions as indicated; provides case management, outreach and engagement services as needed; conducts wellness and health promotion services; maintains all electronic health records according to federal, state and department regulations, ensuring that records of clients on their caseload are complete, accurate and comprehensive; advocates on behalf of clients regarding rights and needed services; develops and maintains cooperative relationships with representatives of community groups and public and private agencies; assesses and monitors the impact of medication on client's functioning and consults with medical professionals as needed; administers medication as ordered by a physician in accordance with department regulations; provides crisis stabilization and crisis management with support and supervision as needed; provides ongoing risk assessments for dangerousness to self and others with support and supervision as needed.
CerebralAssociate Telemedicine Therapist
Mar. 2021 - Sep. 2021RemoteResponsible for providing counseling services to adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and other mental health issues. Crisis intervention services provided as needed. Utilized various evidenced-based practices such as CBT, DBT, SFBT, mindfulness-based. interventions, and EMDR. Create a comprehensive treatment plan based on the client's goals and desired outcomes for treatment. Collaborates with prescribing provider to identify any changes needed to the client's medication regimes.
NOVA Clinical Counseling, LLCMental Health Therapist
Jan. 2021Gainesville, Virginia, United StatesDedicated and empathetic Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience in providing expert mental health counseling. Skilled in designing effective, personalized treatment plans for clients dealing with emotional, psychological, and life challenges. Committed to fostering client resilience and wellness through innovative therapeutic techniques and compassionate care. Maintains strict confidentiality and adheres to all ethical guidelines of the counseling profession.
Health Services Advisory Group, Inc. (HSAG)Review Coordinator
Jun. 2020 - Mar. 2021Complete QSR training and maintain a 95 percent interrater reliability confidence level in the implementation of the QSR processes and documentation of responses and results in the electronic tools. Conduct virtual and onsite individual service plan reviews to assess whether the ISPs meet the requirements and intent of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Settings Final Rule and the Virginia Department of Justice (DOJ) Settlement Agreement (SA). Conduct chart and/or record reviews in service delivery sites, including the places where the individuals reside for compliance with the HCBS Settings Rule and the Virginia DOJ SA.
Conduct face-to-face interviews regarding the implementation of the individual service plan to assess whether the implementation of the care plan meets the requirements and intent of the HCBS Settings Rule and the Virginia DOJ SA. Conduct the interviews with the following:
Individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, family member or guardian, support Coordinator, service provider, service provider supervisory staff, and direct care workers. Conduct observation of the individual receiving services specified in their individual service plan.
Review and consider results of provider licensure surveys, complaint investigations, and compliance reviews conducted by the Medicaid agency, Human Rights Committee, and others as required in the development of the QSR (Person-Centered Review [PCR] and Provider Quality Review [PQR]) result reports. Use professional judgment to assess observed risks to the health or safety of the individual.
Complete documentation of reviews, interviews, and observation activities as specified.
ASSOCIATED CLINICAL SERVICESMental Health Clinician
Jan. 2020 - Jan. 2021Springfield, VAProvide group and individual counseling to clients with career, academic, learning skills, and personal adjustment concerns. This also involves selecting, administering, and interpreting proper tests. Design, implement and evaluate programs consistent with the mission of Associated Clinical Services. Provide psycho-educational group workshops related to academic, career development, and personal adjustment needs of clients and families. Recognize, evaluate, and refer cases involving serious psychiatric disturbance. Consult with psychiatrists and physicians in cases requiring joint management.
Pearson Smith RealtyLicensed Realtor
Sep. 2017 - Sep. 2024Ashburn, VAExperienced and driven Licensed Real Estate Agent with a robust track record in the Northern Virginia real estate market. Expert in navigating all phases of residential and commercial real estate transactions. Known for delivering exceptional client service, maintaining detailed market knowledge, and a strong ability to negotiate deals that benefit all parties involved. Proven leadership in managing property portfolios and a commitment to leveraging technology to enhance the buying and selling experience.
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