Deanna Point
Bellingham,WA
Summary
Well - Qualified and professional working with Self -Governance and healthcare community professionals.Very detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Broad experience includes office management,Strong advocator in community to legislative and government relationships regarding drug epidemics and housing shortage in Tribal communities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Director
Lummi Counseling Services
Bellingham, WA
11.2020 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of the organization, providing guidance and direction to staff members.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of a large number of staff
- Provided leadership and direction in developing new processes and procedures to improve efficiency in program.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize the organization's resources and community needs
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Hiring &recruited qualified professionals as needed
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Ensured staff Schedules, participation in wrap around service partners
- coordinated Crisis services for emergencies during and off business hours.
- Intergraded culture strategies along with Western medicine techniques
- Submitted Annual and quarterly reports and plans and goals were developed and gained success.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Lummi Counseling Services
Bellingham, WA
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Referred clients to appropriate outside agencies when necessary.
- Identified problem areas impacting participants' ability to successfully complete treatment.
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for outpatient clients.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation met state regulations and standards of practice.
- Developed aftercare plans for clients transitioning out of treatment programs.
- Evaluated referrals from external sources regarding potential new clients.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Assessed clients to determine individual needs and developed treatment plans accordingly.
Housing Case Manager/SUDPT
Lummi Counseling Services
Bellingham, WA
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Facilitated weekly case management meetings with clients to review progress towards goals and provide additional support as needed.
- Collaborated with partner organizations to coordinate services for clients experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless.
- Conducted initial interviews with clients to assess their housing needs and develop individualized service plan
- Modified treatment plans to accommodate changes in clients' health or progress.
- Developed outreach strategies to engage homeless individuals living in encampments or shelters into supportive housing programs.
- Supervised other workers and caregivers providing services to clients.
- Utilized data and experience to coordinate patient care and rehabilitation.
- Counseled clients or patients individually and in group sessions to assist recovery and goals
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Tribal Governance Business Management
Northwest Indian College
Bellingham, WA06-2017
Associate of Arts - Chemical Dependency
Northwest Indian College
Bellingham, WA06-2013
Associate of Science -
Northwest Indian College
Bellingham, WASkills
- Department Oversight
- Administrative Management
- Financial Oversight
- Management Team Building
Certification
- Substance Use Disorder Professional
Timeline
Interim Director
Lummi Counseling Services
11.2020 - Current
Substance Abuse Counselor
Lummi Counseling Services
08.2018 - 11.2020
Housing Case Manager/SUDPT
Lummi Counseling Services
07.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Tribal Governance Business Management
Northwest Indian College
Associate of Arts - Chemical Dependency
Northwest Indian College
Associate of Science -
Northwest Indian College