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BRITTANY UPDEGROVE

Rogers,AR

Summary

Licensed Associate Counselor skilled in evidence-based treatment therapy. Dedicated to helping clients through difficult situations with a compassionate and knowledgeable approach. Well-organized in managing a full schedule and diverse client cases. Experienced in treatment planning for individuals with serious mental illness. Work closely with clients to assess barriers that may impact their independence and functioning in society. Skilled in both group and individual counseling.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Care Coordinator

Arisa Health
03.2022 - Current
  • Supported client care excellence via planning and interpretation of programs.
  • Determined need for special assessment activities for complex cases, effectively handling care plans.
  • Completed client documentation in accordance with current regulations and guidelines.
  • Conducted case management activities and services with multidisciplinary team.
  • Provided information and referrals to community partners and other treatment providers.
  • Advocated for and acted as liaison to other community-based providers and resources and other benefits, housing, vocation training and employment opportunities.
  • Used company databases to maintain records of services performed.

Health Rehabilitation Therapist

Mental, Telecare Corporation
01.2021 - 09.2021
  • Documented encounters, observations, and treatments in electronic medical records
  • Worked closely with community and hospital resources to deliver comprehensive care
  • Assessed clients for mental health and substance abuse concerns to effectively plan treatments
  • Conducted regular individual therapy appointments to discuss ways to meet needs of individuals with severe mental health diagnoses
  • Coordinated crisis intervention to restore patients' stability and arrange follow-up care with hospital treatment teams
  • Communicated with interdisciplinary team to manage cases and support client needs
  • Transported and supervised residents during outings, appointments, and home visits
  • Helped clients build their coping mechanisms to better handle the daily challenges of life.

Mental Health Worker

Crestwood Behavioral Health
04.2018 - 01.2021
  • Assisted in carrying out direct patient care, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic interventions
  • Intervened in crisis situations to restore balance and de-escalate conflicts
  • Established therapeutic relationships with assigned patients to improve effectiveness of care
  • Helped patients with basic activities of daily living due to physical and mental challenges
  • Led group sessions targeted on specific issues to give individuals extra support and an opportunity to voice their feelings
  • Detailed client diagnoses, progress and behavioral risks with internal records and mandated forms
  • Helped clients build their coping mechanisms to better handle the daily challenges of life.

BU
01.2014 - 12.2020
  • Collaborated with parents and fellow behavioral personnel to coordinate interventions
  • Wrote comprehensive notes using ABC model immediately after sessions for compliant recordkeeping and to guide future sessions
  • Motivated clients to reach their highest potential by using positive reinforcement and evidence-based therapeutic approaches.

Registered Behavioral Therapist

Autism Learning Partners
01.2017 - 04.2018
  • Modeled positive behaviors to clients and family members to encourage long-term change
  • Implemented Applied Behavior Analysis techniques, such as pre-mack principle, prompting/fading, task analysis positive/negative reinforcement and first/then language
  • Implemented behavior services in clients' home and community environments.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Rehabilitation Science

Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR

Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling

University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR
12.2020

Skills

  • Case Management
  • Specialist Referrals
  • Client Rapport-Building
  • EMR Systems
  • Solution-Focused Counseling
  • Client Goal Planning
  • Dual Diagnosis Expertise
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Treatment Planning and Implementation

Timeline

Care Coordinator

Arisa Health
03.2022 - Current

Health Rehabilitation Therapist

Mental, Telecare Corporation
01.2021 - 09.2021

Mental Health Worker

Crestwood Behavioral Health
04.2018 - 01.2021

Registered Behavioral Therapist

Autism Learning Partners
01.2017 - 04.2018

BU
01.2014 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Rehabilitation Science

Arkansas Tech University

Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling

University of Arkansas At Little Rock

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