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Christine McFarlane

Bridgeport,CT

Summary

Administrator with strong advocacy experience and passion for working with Developmental Disabilities, Mental Health, Aging In Place, Substance Abuse and Recovery, Reentry and Bridgeport BOE. Youth Support Services. Knowledgeable in HIPPA, CT DMR, CT DCF, CT BOE, CT DOC, CT JRB, NYC OPWDD, NYC OMH regulations and laws. Ability to provide quality care and treatment, develop partnerships with providers, conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and program development. Experienced in training and supervising staff, conflict resolution and can ensure the quality of the work environment and agency documentation. Behavior Therapist –Providing CBT to intensely involved mental health clients. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, conduct presentations, multi-task and work with a flexible schedule, program development, staff training and development, strategic planning, and grant writing. Clinical knowledge in providing therapeutic intervention such as mindfulness, yoga and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Strategic Planning, Grant Writing, Program Development. NPIH # 1457695884 501c3 Non-profit program provider/administrator -Adult and Youth Community Support and Services.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Longevity Coordinator (Interim)

Career Resources Institute
Bridgeport, CT
06.2024 - Current
  • clinical records; completes reports in accordance with agency and accrediting bodies; consults and collaborates with other behavioral health providers to improve delivery of services to families; maintains counseling treatment and standards as required; performs related duties as required
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for each client.
  • Engaged in outreach activities within the community to increase awareness about available resources for mental health support.
  • Ncumbents in this ruired
  • Provided psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families.
  • Assisted clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.
  • Monitored client's progress throughout the course of therapy by tracking goals set in treatment plan.
  • Communicated with school personnel, probation officers, psychiatrists, and other professionals regarding client progress.
  • Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
  • Provided psychoeducational on topics such as stress management, anger management, parenting skills.
  • Evaluated clients' interests, abilities and needs alongside clinical presentations to develop targeted treatment plans.
  • Utilized a variety of techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices during sessions.
  • Participated in outreach efforts by attending health fairs, participating in panel discussions at conferences, presenting at parent meetings.
  • Provided crisis intervention counseling services to individuals experiencing traumatic situations due to physical or emotional abuse.
  • Developed partnerships with law enforcement officials in order to further coordinate responses when incidents occur.
  • Enhanced awareness of health resources and worked to connect individuals with programs.

CEO

Community Services to Support Independence
New York , NY
03.2004 - Current
  • Implemented technological solutions designed to improve operational effectiveness.
  • Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed employees at all levels within the organization.
  • Directed long-term research initiatives to identify new markets for growth opportunities.
  • Developed strategies for improving customer service standards throughout the company.
  • Managed executive team members to ensure successful execution of projects in a timely manner.
  • Overseen the daily operations of the organization and ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Maintained open communication channels between departments to maximize efficiency and productivity.
  • Facilitated board meetings and provided leadership guidance to senior management.
  • Spearheaded internal initiatives designed to foster collaboration among staff members.
  • Created and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, government agencies, and other industry partners.
  • Monitored budgetary expenditures across multiple departments to ensure fiscal responsibility.
  • Represented the organization at conferences, events, and networking activities as needed.
  • Established policies and procedures that promoted an ethical work environment.
  • Signed and approved budgets for new funding and program initiatives.

Clinician II /IOP Group Therapist

Connecticut Renaissance
02.2021 - 09.2021
  • Provide structured, intensive individual and group therapy in accordance with the Medicaid program policy address recovery models
  • Conduct intake and assessments and discharge planning for individuals seeking recovery
  • Maintain close relationships with program provider, Adult Probation, and family members
  • Advised individuals regarding medication compliance, lifestyle changes, stress reduction techniques.
  • Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans to meet the needs of clients.
  • Participated in weekly case conferences with other clinicians to discuss progress of clients' treatment plans.
  • Conducted home visits when necessary to assess living conditions of clients.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on various topics such as coping skills, anger management, and grief counseling.
  • Established and maintained relationships with specialists to provide patient referrals and holistic care.
  • Conducted initial assessments, including mental status exams, to determine appropriate level of care for clients.

Lead Clinician II Intimate Partner Violence (IPV-FAIR)

Wellmore Behavioral Health
09.2019 - 02.2021
  • Incumbents of this role are to provide therapeutic support and services within the home setting for children and families with a history of IPV
  • The role of the Lead Clinician is to conduct assessments and treatment planning to address family Domestic Violence issues
  • Working with the victim and abuser to form healthier relationships in order to co-parent the child
  • Working individually with victims to make healthier choices while providing CBT and mindfulness activities to promote improved mental health
  • The Lead Clinician works in a dyad with case manager to offer community-based services that works to support the overall family
  • The team provides parenting education, advocacy and specialized services for offenders and works in conjunction with CT Department of Children and Families to address the family’s overall needs

Consultant/ ABA Therapist /Clinician

Dixwell/New Hallville CMS, Inc.
07.2015 - 09.2019
  • Incumbents of this role are to provide individual Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and psychotherapy to a caseload of 30 Clients
  • Clients are diagnosed with severe co-morbid- mental health concerns who Court mandated for treatment
  • Clinicians’ role is to formulate a model of therapeutic change using theory-based principles and research derived from the cognitive, cognitive – behavioral and / or behavioral approaches
  • With the active participation of the client, implement a therapeutic program utilizing a range of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy methods to support clients to acquire skills to alleviate distress and enhance personal effectiveness
  • Duties include but not limited to monitor of treatments effects, reinforcing behaviors according to treatment plan, assess client progress and adapting of treatment and team collaborative problem solving

Therapeutic Clinician/Therapist

The Institute of Professional Practice, Inc.
09.2015 - 08.2019
  • Incumbents of this role is to provide adolescents with Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist in reducing trauma driven behaviors
  • The Clinician role is to work with foster care providers to maintain placement with children with trauma and maladaptive behaviors and to provide psycho- education to encourage therapeutic parenting
  • Duties also include conducting assessments that measure stability and mental health adjustment (i.e
  • Psychosocial evaluations, behavioral assessments)
  • Provides 24- hour crisis intervention and Work in collaboration with providers on behalf of the children and families DCF, DSS, community mental health and medical providers

Residential Program Director

Youth Continuum New Haven, CT
08.2013 - 09.2015
  • Incumbents of this role is to ensure the coordination, implementation, and overall operation of the therapeutic, congregate, adolescent male group home program
  • The Directors role is to ensure the program operates under DCF established policy and procedures within fiscal and CT state guidelines
  • Other duties include providing leadership for program staff, which include medical, Milieu and clinical staff oversight, monitoring and evaluating performance and providing staff training
  • The Program Director participates in the development of all program services and serves as program liaison to funders, stakeholders, families and community providers
  • Conducts program quality assurance audits to ensure overall compliance; Review and conduct client assessments, create policies and conduct training, Ensure permanent or temporary placement
  • Participated in the development of new programs designed to meet the changing needs of residents.
  • Provided ongoing support to residential staff by providing guidance in problem solving techniques and conflict resolution strategies.
  • Participated in investigations regarding injuries and allegations of abuse, misconduct and discrimination and provided honest, thorough information.

Consultant

Meneke Global Consulting, Inc., Bronx, NY
10.2011 - 12.2013
  • Responsible for the development of grants that generate and request funds for not-for –profit organizations
  • Incorporation of company’s grant writing and proposal process
  • Source and research information for after care programs who serve the MR/DD population, domestic violence, homeless shelters, and drug addicted population
  • Identify, define, and develop funding sources to support existing and planned programs
  • Assist in the coordination and development of the grant/proposal document for submission to 3rd party and private sources
  • Collecting, analyzing, and reporting data on performance of the program and activities funded by the submission of the grant
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals and medical offices to obtain medical funding to support office operations
  • Provided advice on operational processes, business development initiatives, organizational changes and other areas of improvement.
  • Reviewed existing policies and procedures to suggest necessary improvements.
  • Analyzed complex information from multiple sources to identify patterns or trends.
  • Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
  • Wrote and submitted reports on industry trends, prompting managers to develop business plans.

Director of Clinical Services

Community Action for Human Services, Inc., Bronx, NY
10.2010 - 08.2013
  • Responsible for the overall operations of community and residential case management of 40-65 individuals served under the Office of Intellectual Disabilities and Developmental Disabilities
  • Medicaid Service Coordination Supervisor, Interim Day Habilitation Director
  • Duties include crisis intervention, team skill building, staff training, program development, fiscal obligations, supervising staff and ensuring support and services are correctly rendered
  • Other duties include but are not limited to building relationships with families, community-based programs & community officials
  • Ensure compliance of all documentation and quality assurance & quality improvement
  • Perform individual and program assessments, conduct psychosocial evaluations, reviewing and formulating and approving Individual Service Plans
  • Conduct internal audits agency wide
  • Participated in committees related to healthcare regulations, accreditation processes, and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Implemented strategies to ensure efficient utilization of available resources while meeting organizational goals.
  • Created training programs to enhance employees' knowledge base in their respective fields.

Yeshiva University Graduate School Professional Training Internship

Community Action for Human Services, Inc.
09.2008 - 04.2009
  • Internship responsibilities are to provide ongoing support and treatment to a substance abuse treatment, congregate care, NYC housing program of 20-30 comorbid clients
  • Incumbents of this internship role is to ensure comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation of agreed upon goals for the client
  • The overall goal of the internship and training is to enhance the quality of patient care and mental health management and client satisfaction, to promote continuity of care and cost-effective treatment through the integration and functions of mental health case management
  • Conduct utilization reviews, management, intake, discharge planning and mental health treatment

Day Habilitation Director

Community Action for Human Services, Inc.
10.2005 - 10.2008
  • In the absence of the Program Director the acting Day Habilitation Director is responsible for the overall operations of the NYS OPWDD/DD Day Habilitation Program
  • Responsibilities include maintaining daily billing, reviewing referrals, overseeing client intake and client services and support needs
  • Ensure the effective day-to-day operation of the program
  • Onboarding and conducting staff training, provide staff supervision, address, monitor and oversee the performance of client assessments and treatment plans, conduct program and staff quarterly reviews
  • Apply for grants and other sources of funding and organize and conduct ongoing staff meetings and attend clinical and individual support plan, or Individual Service Plan meetings

Medicaid Service Coordination Division Supervisor

Community Action for Human Services, Inc.
10.2008
  • Incumbents of this role is the responsibility for the overall operations of the Medicaid Service Coordination Division
  • The MSC supervisor is responsible for two MSC staff and duties performed by the MSC
  • Other duties include monitoring field and home visits, accuracy of monthly billing and documentation and enrollment and discharge of cases, Ensuring appropriate client referrals to the program

Education

License Masters Social Work -

Yeshiva University

Master’s degree in social work - Supervisory/Community/Organizations

Yeshiva University

Skills

  • Behavioral specialist
  • Family improvement plans
  • Family therapy
  • 501C3 Co-Founder EST20024
  • Program Development
  • Trauma Training Specialist
  • Evidenced Based Model Creator (Reset Program)
  • Staff Supervision
  • Contract Management
  • Resource Allocation
  • Financial Management
  • Consulting
  • Document Management
  • Information Collection
  • Administrative Leadership
  • Scheduling expertise

Certification

  • First Aid/ CPR
  • Defensive/Hazard Driving certificate
  • NYS Care Management Training
  • CT-Animal Assisted Therapy Certified
  • CT Circle of Security Certification
  • CT/NYS Department of Developmental Services Program Certification
  • DMR
  • CT Juvenile Probation
  • DSS Autism Waiver Provider
  • Trauma Based-Cognitive Behavior Therapy Certification
  • Score Assessment Certified
  • Life skills assessment Certified

Professionaloverview

Administrator with strong advocacy experience and passion for working with Developmental Disabilities, Mental Health, Aging In Place, Substance Abuse and Recovery, Reentry and Bridgeport BOE. Youth Support Services. Knowledgeable in HIPPA, CT DMR, CT DCF, CT BOE, CT DOC, CT JRB, NYC OPWDD, NYC OMH regulations and laws. Ability to provide quality care and treatment, develop partnerships with providers, conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and program development. Experienced in training and supervising staff, conflict resolution and can ensure the quality of the work environment and agency documentation. Behavior Therapist –Providing CBT to intensely involved mental health clients. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, conduct presentations, multi-task and work with a flexible schedule, program development, staff training and development, strategic planning, and grant writing. Clinical knowledge in providing therapeutic intervention such as mindfulness, yoga and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Strategic Planning, Grant Writing, Program Development. NPIH # 1457695884 501c3 Non-profit program provider/administrator -Adult and Youth Community Support and Services.

Committees

  • Incident Review
  • Human Rights Co-Chair Member
  • Medical Review Committee
  • Bridgeport CT Collaborative Meeting Member
  • CT Staff Training and Development Committee Member
  • LIST Committee
  • Danbury Round Table Committee
  • CT Social Network Disaster Committee
  • NASW
  • Quality Assurance Committee
  • Rotary Club Board Member Youth Chair Rotary Club District Grants Committee Member
  • Bridgeport Business Council Member

References

Furnished Upon Request

Accomplishments

  • Advocate of the Year award 2023
  • Bridgeport Rotary Club Youth Board Chair 2023-Present

Timeline

Project Longevity Coordinator (Interim)

Career Resources Institute
06.2024 - Current

Clinician II /IOP Group Therapist

Connecticut Renaissance
02.2021 - 09.2021

Lead Clinician II Intimate Partner Violence (IPV-FAIR)

Wellmore Behavioral Health
09.2019 - 02.2021

Therapeutic Clinician/Therapist

The Institute of Professional Practice, Inc.
09.2015 - 08.2019

Consultant/ ABA Therapist /Clinician

Dixwell/New Hallville CMS, Inc.
07.2015 - 09.2019

Residential Program Director

Youth Continuum New Haven, CT
08.2013 - 09.2015

Consultant

Meneke Global Consulting, Inc., Bronx, NY
10.2011 - 12.2013

Director of Clinical Services

Community Action for Human Services, Inc., Bronx, NY
10.2010 - 08.2013

Medicaid Service Coordination Division Supervisor

Community Action for Human Services, Inc.
10.2008

Yeshiva University Graduate School Professional Training Internship

Community Action for Human Services, Inc.
09.2008 - 04.2009

Day Habilitation Director

Community Action for Human Services, Inc.
10.2005 - 10.2008

CEO

Community Services to Support Independence
03.2004 - Current

License Masters Social Work -

Yeshiva University

Master’s degree in social work - Supervisory/Community/Organizations

Yeshiva University

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