Amisha McMillan
Evans,GA
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
Quality Care And Advocacy Group
08.2019 - Current
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Facilitated weekly group sessions to encourage self-reflection and problem-solving.
- Conducted evaluations to help patients develop measurable treatment goals.
- Conducted assessments to determine progress and performance and report findings to relevant authorities.
- Developed and expanded referral system of service providers to assist clients in attaining services.
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals and families.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
Case Manager
Quality Care And Advocacy Group
12.2014 - 08.2019
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Developed comprehensive discharge plans to transition clients to appropriate service providers in community.
- Managed volunteer programs focused on providing community services to underserved populations.
- Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.
- Evaluated treatment plans against individual goals and healthcare standards.
- Provided education on health and nutrition for patients to maintain healthy habits and wellbeing.
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
- Advocated for social and community service programs to increase awareness and funding.
Paraprofessional/Case Manager
Hosanna Therapeutic Support
03.2003 - 12.2014
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Developed comprehensive discharge plans to transition clients to appropriate service providers in community.
- Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling And Psychology
Troy University
Troy, AL07.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Family Development
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV02.2014
Skills
- Suicide Risk Assessments
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
- Therapy and Counseling
- Solution-Focused Counseling
- Dual Diagnoses Expertise
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Interventions
- Parenting Skills Educator
- Relaxation Techniques
- Crisis Response
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Intervention Planning
Timeline
Counselor
Quality Care And Advocacy Group
08.2019 - Current
Case Manager
Quality Care And Advocacy Group
12.2014 - 08.2019
Paraprofessional/Case Manager
Hosanna Therapeutic Support
03.2003 - 12.2014
Master of Science - Counseling And Psychology
Troy University
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Family Development
American Public University System
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