Bryan Houston
Grass Valley,CA
Summary
Adept at problem solving, motivated with excellent communication, computer and writing skills. Adept at organizational and time management and comfortable in a leadership role. Solid clinical skills. Familiar with local resources and services. Compassionate case manager with a background in managing cases for diverse clients, including at-risk youth and adults. Strong skills in case management, crisis intervention, and counseling. Demonstrated ability to form constructive relationships with clients to help foster growth and positive change. Achieved significant impact in previous roles through advocacy and resource coordination to improve client outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Lead/Peer Support Specialist Program
Turning Point Community Programs
Grass Valley, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Supported the clinical director in developing plans for client support, initiatives and objectives.
- Provided leadership and guidance to team members, provided constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with peer support staff members to encourage personal development.
- Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures.
- Collaborated with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Supported clients during transition periods between residential facilities or hospitals by arranging transportation or providing housing referrals.
- Educated clients about available resources such as food banks or legal aid services.
- Conducted home visits to evaluate living conditions and provided support for families in need of assistance.
- Established effective working relationships with other social service agencies to coordinate services for the best interest of the client.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, medical care, employment opportunities and educational programs.
Case Manager
Turning Point Community Programs
Grass Valley, CA
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Conducted home visits to assess the safety of living environments for clients.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
- Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
- Participated in professional development activities related to case management best practices.
- Counseled clients on available resources within the community that could help meet their needs.
- Assisted with applications for government benefits such as MediCal or Social Security Disability Insurance.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients in emergency situations.
- Educated clients about mental health conditions, medications and self-care techniques.
Counselor
Progress Foundation
San Francisco, CA
11.2006 - 08.2019
- Provided care and services at a not-for-profit residential treatment facility serving people with severe and chronic mental illness
- Assisted clients to re-integrate into the community from locked facilities and institutions
- Assessed client needs and goals, benefits eligibility and developed practical and achievable treatment plans in concert with the client
- Connected clients to case management, medical, dental and psychiatric services
- Assisted clients in achieving vocational, educational and housing goals
- Provided life skill training including cooking, shopping, transportation and other self-care skills
- Facilitated groups on a variety of topics related to mental health recovery and well-being
- Explored strategies and techniques to help manage symptoms, including de-escalation in times of crisis.
- Provided crisis intervention services for individuals in need of immediate assistance.
- Conducted mental health assessments with clients in order to determine appropriate interventions.
- Developed treatment plans to address client needs.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and treatment plans.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills that could be used during times of stress or difficulty.
Education
Associates - Science and Arts
Santa Fe Community College
Gainesville, FL07.1999
Skills
- Time management abilities
- Written and verbal communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Reliability
- Client Needs Assessments
Certification
- Behavioral Health (17+ years)
- Crisis Intervention (17+ years)
- Mental Health Counseling (17+ years)
- Case Management (10+ years)
- Microsoft Office (10+ years)
- Networking (17+ years)
- Crisis Management (17+ years)
- Intake Experience (10+ years)
- Conflict Management (17+ years)
- Senior Care
- Motivational Interviewing
- Behavior Management (17+ years)
Additional Information
- Certifications and Licenses , CPR Certified, Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist January 2014 to Present Driver's License
Timeline
Team Lead/Peer Support Specialist Program
Turning Point Community Programs
02.2023 - Current
Case Manager
Turning Point Community Programs
08.2020 - 09.2022
Counselor
Progress Foundation
11.2006 - 08.2019
Associates - Science and Arts
Santa Fe Community College
- Behavioral Health (17+ years)
- Crisis Intervention (17+ years)
- Mental Health Counseling (17+ years)
- Case Management (10+ years)
- Microsoft Office (10+ years)
- Networking (17+ years)
- Crisis Management (17+ years)
- Intake Experience (10+ years)
- Conflict Management (17+ years)
- Senior Care
- Motivational Interviewing
- Behavior Management (17+ years)
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