Agathe Joseph
North Providence
Summary
Passionate mental health counselor with several years of comprehensive experience delivering inpatient and outpatient services for optimum treatment. Well-rounded and respectful professional possessing critical understanding of complex, personalized diagnoses and treatment roadmaps. Familiar with community based education programs and initiatives to improve situational understanding and overall patient health.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1999
1999
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mental Health Counselor
South Shore Mental Health
Quincy
08.2010 - Current
- Facilitated individual counseling sessions for clients with diverse mental health needs.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and feedback.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care and support services.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote emotional wellness.
- Conducted crisis intervention sessions to manage acute behavioral issues effectively.
- Maintained accurate and confidential client records in compliance with regulations.
- Provided individual and group counseling to clients struggling with mental health issues.
- Provided counseling for relapse prevention, social issues and mental health problems.
- Assisted in crisis intervention when needed to provide immediate support for clients in distress.
- Documented service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to diagnose mental health disorders and develop treatment plans.
- Referred clients to external resources for additional support.
Mental Health Technician
Vinfen Corporation
Cambridge
01.2007 - 08.2024
- Monitored patient behavior and provided support during daily activities.
- Assisted in creating and implementing individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Documented patient progress and communicated updates to the healthcare team.
- Conducted therapeutic group sessions to promote social interaction and coping skills.
- Maintained a safe environment by following safety protocols and guidelines.
- Educated patients on mental health resources and coping strategies for recovery.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
- Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
- Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through rewards systems when appropriate.
Education
Certificate - Mental Health Counseling
Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NY 01.1997 - 07.2000
John Jay High School
Brooklyn , NYSkills
- Treatment planning
- Crisis intervention
- Client assessment
- Evidence-based practices
- Record keeping
Languages
English
Professional
French
Professional
Timeline
Mental Health Counselor
South Shore Mental Health
08.2010 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Vinfen Corporation
01.2007 - 08.2024
Certificate - Mental Health Counseling
Kingsborough Community College
01.1997 - 07.2000
John Jay High School