Christine Ragsdale
Educare
Lyles,TN
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Hardworking, compassionate, and driven to improve client lives with high-quality and caring support. Excellent planning and problem-solving skills paired with methodical and thorough approach.
Work History
32nd Judicial District TN ROCS Program Admin
1 Year 8 Months- Maintain clinical records • Obtain necessary resources to achieve case management goals. • Provide resources • Assess client’s presenting problems; develop, implement, and modify client treatment plans. • Facilitate Intensive and Adult Outpatient group therapy sessions in-person and via telehealth. • Facilitate individual one on one sessions in-person and via telehealth. • Maintain active caseload • Evaluate open cases with treatment team to provide proper crisis management. • Provide intake/readmission services. • Provide crisis intervention/supportive services • Refer clients to higher level of care as needed. • Prioritize problems and needs of clients, and able to explain programs/services. • Prepare or complete various forms, reports, correspondence, case documentation, treatment plans and other documents • Maintain and help with chart monitoring system • Communicates with Executive Director, Clinical Director, colleagues, community agencies, and court personnel as needed to coordinate work activities. • Develop professional, helpful and effective relationships with clients. • Conduct alcohol and drug assessments on adults and juveniles.
Student Support Specialist
1 Year 4 Months- Enhanced student support by developing and implementing tailored intervention strategies. • Increased graduation rates through targeted academic advising and personalized learning plans. • Supported students emotional well-being through individualized counseling sessions and group workshops on topics such as stress management, self-esteem, and conflict resolution. • Facilitated peer mentorship programs encouraging positive relationships among students. • Served as a liaison between the judicial system, DCS, and families to address juvenile matters in the court system.
Court Advocate
1 Year 2 Months- Accompanied clients to court to clarify processes and procedures. • Liaised with members of justice system on behalf of client. • Tracked and recorded all cases and calls. • Developed safety plans to meet victims' assessment of need. • Attended interagency meetings and networked to create community partnerships.
Experiential Specialist
3 Years 4 Months- Facilitated and processed Experiential groups daily with up to 30 participants focusing on triggers, trauma, healing, self-advocacy, self-healing, and empowerment. • Facilitated substance abuse groups. Provided crisis support for clients. Documented client information after each encounter. • Oversaw maintenance and operation of Experiential Department, ropes courses and all equipment, maintaining safety, cleanliness and operational efficiency. • Implemented and optimized new groups for Experiential Department. • Applied interventions when necessary, including clients wanting to leave against medical advice (AMA) or against therapeutic advice (ATA) Completed Biopsychosocial Assessments for incoming clients Supported Case Management by filling in and helping with cases and discharge planning.
Admissions Specialist
5 Months- Responsible for admitting clients into facility. • Completed preliminary paperwork for incoming clients. • Assisted in client admission process. • Assisted applicants with admissions packet and served as point of contact throughout admissions process.
Resident Assistant
1 Year 1 Month- Responsible for supervising clients daily activities in residential environment. • Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care. • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care. • Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review. • Facilitated on-site activities, support groups and outings for clients. • Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays. • Charted on each client daily. • Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices. • Applied interventions when necessary, including clients wanting to leave against medical advice (AMA).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
- Graduated Cum Laude
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Graduated Cum Laude
Associate of Science - Business Technology/Accounting
- Graduated Cum Laude
- Member of Phi Theta Kappa
Skills
Conflict Resolution
Crisis Intervention
Planning and Coordination
Team Building
Providing community referrals
Self-motivated
Multitasking abilities
Organization and Time management
Written and verbal communication skills
Compassion
Certification
- Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor II
- Certified Experiential Specialist 1
Timeline
32nd Judicial District TN ROCS Program Admin
Educare
05.2024 - 01.2026Read More
Student Support Specialist
Hickman County Board Of Education
01.2023 - 05.2024Read More
Court Advocate
Women Are Safe
11.2021 - 01.2023Read More
Admissions Specialist
Elements Behavior Health - The Ranch
10.2018 - 03.2019Read More
Experiential Specialist
Promises Behavioral Health - The Ranch
09.2017 - 01.2021Read More
Resident Assistant
Elements Behavior Health – The Ranch
09.2017 - 10.2018Read More
Austin Peay State University
Bachelor of Science from Sociology
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Austin Peay State University
Associate of Science from Liberal Arts And Sciences
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Columbia State Community College
Associate of Science from Business Technology/Accounting
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