Artenita "Nita" Lewis
Lafayette
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional with extensive experience in crisis intervention, community-based therapeutic services, and state-level waiver case management. Proven expertise in suicide risk assessment, safety planning, and person-centered care coordination ensures the delivery of trauma-informed support to diverse populations. Recognized for exceptional documentation practices and collaborative communication skills, consistently maintaining composure and effectiveness under pressure. Committed to empowering individuals and families to achieve stability, independence, and enhanced well-being while adapting seamlessly to evolving client needs through compassionate care and personalized service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Online Crisis Care Consultant
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
01.2025 - Current
- Provided 24/7 crisis intervention support via phone for individuals contacting the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
- Conducted real-time suicide risk assessments and developed individualized safety plans.
- De-escalated high-intensity situations using trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches.
- Collaborated with emergency services, mobile crisis teams, and community partners when higher levels of care were needed.
- Maintained accurate, timely documentation in accordance with organizational and state standards.
- Supported individuals experiencing suicidal ideation, self-harm urges, substance-related crises, domestic violence concerns, and other acute mental health needs.
Home & Community Based Mental Health Therapist
Phoenix Family Life Centers-Seaside HealthCare, Inc.
Lafayette, LA.
11.2011 - Current
- Implemented tailored therapeutic strategies for children, adolescents, and adults in both home and community environments.
- Assisted in creating treatment plans. Conducted biopsychosocial assessments. Provided evidence-based interventions.
- Established partnerships with educational institutions, community organizations, and healthcare professionals to streamline care delivery.
- Documented clinical activities in detail, adhering to all relevant state and agency requirements.
Education
B.A. - Criminal Justice, English Minor
ULL @ Lafayette
Lafayette, LA12-2005
Skills
- Experience with EHR platforms
- Telehealth & Crisis Support Platforms
- Microsoft 365 (Teams, Outlook, Word)
- Clinical & Medicaid Documentation Systems
Timeline
Online Crisis Care Consultant
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
01.2025 - Current
Home & Community Based Mental Health Therapist
Phoenix Family Life Centers-Seaside HealthCare, Inc.
11.2011 - Current
B.A. - Criminal Justice, English Minor
ULL @ Lafayette
Core Competencies
- Crisis Assessment & Intervention
- Suicide Risk Screening & Safety Planning
- Trauma-Informed & Person-Centered Care
- Community-Based Mental Health Services
- Treatment Planning & Progress Monitoring
- Case Management & Service Coordination
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Documentation & Regulatory Compliance
- Telehealth Platforms & Virtual Care Delivery