Cheryl Flanders
KITTERY,United States
Summary
Master's Level clinician adept at helping individuals struggling from substance use disorders and co-occurring illnesses.
Proficient in conducting individual and group psychotherapy sessions, connecting individuals with community resources
Familiarity of integrated care models
Efficient in program development and implementation
Experience working with state and federal agencies
Proficient with multiple EMR systems
Supervisory experience
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel. Tele-health Platforms, HIPPA and CFR 42 Part 2 compliant
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Director
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.
06.2024 - Current
- Oversight of clinical and case management services delivered at Essex County Pre-release Center and the Women in Transitions Program.
- Mentored staff members through professional development opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
- Provide orientation for newly hired clinicians.
- Observe group facilitation of my employees.
- Conducts weekly supervision with all staff members.
- Cultivated a positive organizational culture that supported employee engagement, teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, accountability.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for growth.
Licensed Addiction Counselor
Lowell Community Health Center
09.2019 - 03.2024
- Led individual and group counseling sessions to meet variety of therapeutic needs for recovering individuals.
- Collaborated with physicians to determine effective combination of therapy and medical treatments for patients in recovery.
- Assessed and treated patients through substance abuse and co-occurring conditions
- Making referrals for comorbid conditions.
- Developed patient care plans and documented progress toward goals.
- Helped develop and implement the Supporting Moms Strengthening Families Program, Working with moms with MAT-Medication Assisted Treatments pre-natal and post-partum. Meeting moms where they are at, delivering support and coordinated services.
- Conduced ongoing in-service education to staff and clients within the Lowell area.
- Maintained a non-judgemental approach to the underserved multi-cultural communities.
- Experience and collaboration with community agencies, DCF, and legal entities.
Real Estate Sales Agent
Remax
09.2008 - 09.2018
- Enhanced property listings'' visibility by utilizing social media platforms, email campaigns, and traditional marketing methods.
- Maintained extensive knowledge of the local real estate market trends to provide accurate advice to clients.
- Compared, researched and appraised properties.
- Collaborated with other real estate agents to maximize exposure for listed properties and reach prospective buyers efficiently.
Registered Nurse
Travcorp USA
08.1986 - 03.2004
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prior to my traveling nurse position i worked at several Massachusetts hospitals after graduating with my BSN from the University of Massachusetts, Lowell in 1979
Education
Masters of Education And Mental Health Counseling - Mental Health And Addiction Counseling
Cambridge College
Lawrence, MA06.2022
No Degree - Addiction Counseling
University of Massachusetts, Boston
Boston, MA03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Lowell, MA06.1979
Skills
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Facilitates group and individual counseling
- Coordinate and designate appropriate resources within the legal system
- Observes staff groups and conducts weekly supervision
- Provides orientation of newly hired staff
- Conduct interdisciplinary treatment planning, case reviews and conferences
Certification
CPR Certified
Timeline
Clinical Director
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.
06.2024 - Current
Licensed Addiction Counselor
Lowell Community Health Center
09.2019 - 03.2024
Real Estate Sales Agent
Remax
09.2008 - 09.2018
Registered Nurse
Travcorp USA
08.1986 - 03.2004
CPR Certified
Masters of Education And Mental Health Counseling - Mental Health And Addiction Counseling
Cambridge College
No Degree - Addiction Counseling
University of Massachusetts, Boston
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
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