April Sarasin
Davison
Summary
Dynamic mental health professional with extensive experience at Genesee Health System, excelling in crisis intervention and clinical supervision. Proven ability to develop effective treatment plans and foster collaboration among diverse teams. Skilled in motivational interviewing and client advocacy, driving positive outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Supervisor – Contingent/PRN
Genesee Health System
Flint
09.2025 - Current
- Coordinated and managed all aspects of Behavioral Health Urgent Care, serving as liaison among behavioral health providers, consumers, and law enforcement to ensure effective service delivery.
- Supervised staff development, case consultation, and management of Behavioral Health Urgent Care program, providing crisis intervention, intake/biopsychosocial assessment, therapeutic support, and solution-focused interventions during emergent situations.
Supervisor - Assertive Community Treatment Program
Genesee Health System
Flint
11.2022 - Current
- Supervised program staff to enhance client care quality.
- Maintained client caseload while implementing evidence-based clinical practices.
- Conducted periodic case reviews in collaboration with various programs and agencies.
- Participated actively in meetings to support program planning and implementation.
- Managed staff development consultations and oversaw program area operations.
- Documented records and reports to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Executed crisis interventions, verifying adherence to agency protocols.
- Defined essential knowledge and skills for effective program delivery.
Clinical Coordinator
Genesee Health System
Flint
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Conducted biopsychosocial crisis interventions and intake assessments in-office and via telehealth.
- Coordinated patient intake processes for behavioral health services, ensuring efficiency.
- Managed scheduling for clinical staff and patient appointments to optimize workflow.
- Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers to enhance care delivery.
- Assessed clinical needs and recommended support services and treatment options.
- Participated in and led clinical team meetings focused on high-risk cases.
- Served as a resource for staff, providing consultation and mental health education.
- Collaborated with agencies to address program issues and improve service delivery.
Psychiatric Social Worker
Pontiac General Hospital
Pontiac
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Developmental Delay Psychiatric Unit
- Executed clinical assessments and documented findings in inpatient mental health settings.
- Applied cognitive-behavioral techniques effectively during individual patient sessions.
- Created and facilitated group therapy sessions, enhancing peer support and interaction.
- Developed and implemented programming for newly established developmental disabilities floor.
- Formulated individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.
- Coordinated discharge and aftercare planning, ensuring smooth transitions for patients.
- Collaborated with treatment team to deliver comprehensive patient care across demographics.
- Ensured compliance with oversight agencies through thorough self-auditing processes.
Therapist - Mobile Crisis Stabilization Team
Hope Network
Flint
07.2017 - 08.2020
- Delivered individual and group therapy focusing on mental health and chemical dependence.
- Conducted biopsychosocial and health screen assessments to inform treatment strategies.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for community reintegration and wellness promotion.
- Completed assessments for inpatient pre-admission review to guide care level decisions.
- Provided crisis intervention services for individuals in acute mental health distress.
- Facilitated interviews and assessments for SPMI/SUD/DD children and adults in varied settings.
- Created individual service and relapse prevention plans to support long-term recovery.
- Delivered crisis intervention for clients transitioning from inpatient units to stabilize at-risk individuals.
Mental Health School Counselor
Flint Community Schools
Flint
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Developed and implemented district-wide 504 plan processes to ensure compliance and support for student needs.
- Facilitated SAT and 504 plan meetings to collaboratively address student accommodations.
- Conducted crisis intervention assessments to evaluate immediate mental health needs.
- Performed suicidality assessments to determine risk levels and establish safety plans.
- Provided behavioral supports for children and families to enhance overall well-being.
- Facilitated PBIS school-wide lessons to promote positive behavior interventions.
- Delivered professional development sessions on poverty to increase staff awareness of student challenges.
- This role was grant-funded in response to Flint water crisis.
Contractual Therapist
Lapeer County CMH
Lapeer
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Completed Biopsychosocial Assessments and developed person-centered treatment plans, enhancing client engagement and support.
- Provided active interventions that were welcoming, trauma-informed, and solution-focused, fostering a safe environment for client healing.
- Supported clients in creating effective coping strategies to address maladaptive behaviors.
- Conducted intake assessments, determining eligibility for Medicaid recipients and uninsured individuals, facilitating access to necessary services in Lapeer County.
- Facilitated referrals to appropriate SPMI/SED or moderate/mild providers to ensure client access to services.
Crisis Interventionist
Common Ground
Flint
12.2013 - 12.2016
- Divert and provide recovery-oriented mobile crisis intervention to de-escalate crisis situation to individuals presenting emergent or urgent need.
- Collaborate with the criminal justice system, including: CMH, Mental Health Court, and Adult Drug Court staff to ensure eligible individuals who are released or diverted from jail are successfully linked with the appropriate level of care.
- Managed utilization for uninsured Medicaid recipients in Genesee County, ensuring compliance with Medicaid criteria.
- Facilitated access to care by connecting individuals or families with mental health service providers and community agents.
- Delivered active interventions that were welcoming, trauma-informed, and focused on brief, solution-oriented approaches.
- Assessed client symptoms to diagnose mental health conditions using the DSM V framework.
- Provided referrals and completed psychiatric evaluations to facilitate access to care.
- Treat clients, focusing treatment on symptom resolution, crisis planning, and improvement of functioning.
- Develop treatment plan using person-centered processes and client input to determine goals, objectives and best practice.
Education
Master of Arts - Professional Counseling
Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, MI05-2013
Bachelor of Arts - English
Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, MI05-2007
Skills
- Crisis management
- Substance abuse treatment
- Clinical and risk assessments
- Biopsychosocial evaluations
- Treatment and safety planning
- Resource identification and program development
- Compliance monitoring
- Motivational interviewing
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Service enhancement strategies
- Coaching and staff training
- Problem solving and decision-making
- Workflow management
- Client advocacy and relationship building
- Report writing skills
- Mental health qualifications and clinical management
- Evidence-based practice implementation
Other Trainings And Credentials
- TF-CBT certified
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- CAQH Accreditation
- Psychological First Aid
- Mental Health First Aid
Scholarship
Scholar of MAADAC (Michigan Association of Alcoholism & Drug Abuse Counselors) Continuing Education Scholarship, 05/18
Certification
Licensed Professional Counselor, State of Michigan, 2013
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Not actively lookingWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridSalary Range
$95000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Supervisor – Contingent/PRN
Genesee Health System
09.2025 - Current
Supervisor - Assertive Community Treatment Program
Genesee Health System
11.2022 - Current
Psychiatric Social Worker
Pontiac General Hospital
09.2020 - 01.2021
Clinical Coordinator
Genesee Health System
08.2020 - 11.2022
Therapist - Mobile Crisis Stabilization Team
Hope Network
07.2017 - 08.2020
Mental Health School Counselor
Flint Community Schools
01.2017 - 11.2017
Contractual Therapist
Lapeer County CMH
08.2016 - 12.2016
Crisis Interventionist
Common Ground
12.2013 - 12.2016
Master of Arts - Professional Counseling
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Central Michigan University