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Andrea Bell

Meridianville

Summary

Professional mental health practitioner with expertise in delivering therapeutic interventions and fostering emotional well-being. Skilled in individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and mental health assessment. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving positive outcomes, adaptable to changing client needs. Known for empathy, patience, and excellent communication skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Therapist

Wellstone Behavioral Health Center
01.2024 - Current
  • Conduct individual therapy sessions
  • Perform initial assessments, intakes and prepare documentation of such for client Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
  • Develop and update treatment plan and goals with client
  • Document client progress towards goals as outlined in the treatment plan
  • Collaborates with psychiatrists as needed
  • Provide Crisis Intervention as needed
  • Participate in departmental meetings as needed
  • Complete billing documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Conduct follow-up with clients
  • Maintain educational requirements regarding licensure, Department of Mental Health State Standards

Case Manager

Thrive Alabama
02.2022 - 01.2024
  • Contact and introduce individuals to PrEP program
  • Perform client adherence guidance via appointment reminders, no-show follow-up, and prescription updates as needed
  • Complete daily documentation in electronic health record
  • Coordinate meetings with Director of Case Management to discuss PrEP program performance and quality improvement initiatives
  • Maintain accurate records through data entry and monthly reports
  • Participate in annual grant meetings and audits as assigned
  • Assist clients with enrollment into patient assistance programs
  • Complete posttest counseling sessions for eligible clients
  • Provide tailored and culturally sensitive educational materials for special populations, youths, minorities, and LGBTQ community, etc.
  • Attend community-based meetings as assigned

Care Coordinator

North Alabama Community Care
08.2014 - 02.2022
  • Provided case management to a diverse clientele of Medicaid eligible children and adults, which included clients from the agency's general, behavioral health, and maternity populations
  • Completed psychosocial assessment and person-centered care plans
  • Monitored program compliance and quality improvement initiatives
  • Provided counseling and education for management of chronic health conditions
  • Provided effective communication, act as a liaison between clients and physicians
  • Attended doctors’ appointments with clients and conducted home visits
  • Educated clients on community health and community resources
  • Assisted clients with applying for community resources such as housing, transportation, healthcare, behavioral health, educational, nutrition, in-home services, and social supports
  • Advocated on behalf of clients
  • Assisted clients with developing treatment to measure patient outcomes throughout treatment
  • Assisted clients with linkage to care for behavioral health services

Substance Abuse Intake Coordinator

New Vision
09.2011 - 08.2014
  • Conducted prescreening of potential clients for admission
  • Conducted psycho social screening, CINA/CIWA assessment
  • Obtained Insurance verifications and pre-certifications
  • Provided effective communication, act as a liaison between clients and hospital staff
  • Conducted patient discharge planning

Licensed Practical Nurse

Regency Healthcare and Rehabilitation
03.2010 - 09.2011
  • Conducted patient medication administration and other treatments
  • Conducted patient assessments
  • Provided effective communication with patients, family members, and physicians

Education

Master of Social Work -

Troy University
Troy, AL
12.2022

Bachelor of Science in Social Work - undefined

Troy University
Troy, AL
10.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined

J. F. Drake State Technical College
Huntsville, AL
12.2000

Skills

  • Treatment Planning
  • Building rapport
  • Crisis intervention
  • One-on-one sessions
  • CBT techniques
  • Documentation requirements
  • Client confidentiality
  • Team collaboration
  • Client interviewing
  • Service referral coordination

Certification

  • LICSW, Alabama License #6417C, expires August 31, 2027
  • LMSW- Alabama License #61666, inactive
  • LPN- Alabama License #2-050686, expires December 31, 2025

Timeline

Therapist

Wellstone Behavioral Health Center
01.2024 - Current

Case Manager

Thrive Alabama
02.2022 - 01.2024

Care Coordinator

North Alabama Community Care
08.2014 - 02.2022

Substance Abuse Intake Coordinator

New Vision
09.2011 - 08.2014

Licensed Practical Nurse

Regency Healthcare and Rehabilitation
03.2010 - 09.2011

Bachelor of Science in Social Work - undefined

Troy University

Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined

J. F. Drake State Technical College

Master of Social Work -

Troy University

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