DEVONTÉ V. PORTER
Houston,TX
Summary
Respectful Mental Health Professional with proven track record of helping clients improve mental health and well-being through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Skilled in selecting and utilizing appropriate treatment modalities and interventions to meet needs of individuals. Passionate about helping people manage mental health and improve quality of life.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QMHP Liaison
Safe Place Counseling and Consulting
01.2025 - Current
- Provide clinical supervision, guidance, and productivity monitoring for QMHPs, ensuring quality service delivery and compliance with Medicaid and TRR standards.
- Review and approve/deny session documentation and progress notes in alignment with agency and state policies.
- Collaborate directly with the clinical lead on administrative and supervisory responsibilities, contributing to organizational strategy and performance goals.
- Support team cohesion through communication, accountability, and a positive agency culture.
- Maintain a reduced clinical caseload while managing leadership and supervision responsibilities.
QMHP Team Lead
Safe Place Counseling and Consulting
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Led a team of Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHPs), offering daily operational and clinical support while modeling best practices in skill-building and community-based service delivery.
- Served as a senior point of contact for clinical questions, urgent case reviews, and program implementation strategies.
- Continued to provide community-based services to clients in accordance with individualized treatment plans.
- Promoted service excellence and continuity of care through structured supervision, team collaboration, and quality assurance.
Qualified Mental Health Professional – CS
Safe Place Counseling and Consulting
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Delivered clinically necessary skill-building and case management services to a diverse caseload of 2–10 clients.
- Provided face-to-face, structured interventions in the home, school, community, and office settings in alignment with person-centered treatment plans.
- Ensured timely, detailed documentation within a 48-hour window, contributing to agency efficiency and care coordination.
- Collaborated with internal treatment teams and psychiatrists to ensure continuity of care, goal tracking, and progress updates.
- Attended mandatory trainings, monthly supervisions, and team meetings; demonstrated adaptability, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills.
- Delivered skills training using approved curriculum while promoting long-term mental, emotional, and behavioral wellness in youth and families.
Community Health Worker (M.Ed., CHW)
Devoted Health
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Screened patients for Social Determinants of Health (SDOH), linking them to tailored community-based supports.
- Served as a care coordinator across interdisciplinary teams to manage referrals, diagnostics, DME, and transitional care.
- Conducted in-home and virtual assessments, fall risk screenings, and family education to reinforce care plans.
- Provided wellness coaching and practical skills training to support patient independence and long-term health outcomes.
Youth Support Program Coordinator
YWCA of the East Tennessee Valley
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Led trauma-informed youth development programs (SYET & ReCAb), delivering group facilitation and crisis intervention.
- Developed intake/referral workflows and collaborated with schools and families for continuity of services.
- Maintained accurate data tracking, outcome assessments, and post-service evaluations to ensure quality programming.
Behavioral Health Technician / M.Ed. Therapist Intern
Village Behavioral Health
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Facilitated therapeutic programming and goal implementation in a residential behavioral health setting.
- Created and monitored behavior plans under clinical supervision, focusing on cognitive development and social skills.
- Ensured resident safety and emotional well-being through consistent engagement and support.
Group Leader / Shift Supervisor
Sequel Youth Services – Norris Academy
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Supervised residential counselors and managed crisis responses for adolescents in treatment.
- Provided direct care and therapeutic interventions based on interdisciplinary treatment planning.
- Facilitated onboarding, training, and documentation for residential support teams.
Community Living Manager
The Sertoma Center
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Managed residential care for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, focusing on ADL support and community inclusion.
- Oversaw medication audits, home therapy follow-through, and wellness checks.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Lincoln Memorial University (LMU)
Harrogate, TN07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science/Human Health and Performance
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
Murfreesboro, TN12.2016
Skills
- Clinical Mental Health Community-Based Services Supervision & Leadership
- Trauma-Informed Youth Work Crisis & Conflict Management
- Program Development Medicaid & TRR Compliance Documentation Standards
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration Case Management Skill Building Interventions
- Microsoft Office Canva Social Media Advocacy Data Collection & Reporting
- Effective Communication Organization Judgment & Adaptability
- Mediation skills
- Representative experience
- Goal setting
- Community outreach
- Intercultural awareness
- Solutions development
- Team collaboration
Certification
- CANS 3–6 Certification – 2025
- CANS 6–17 Certification – 2025
- ANSA 2.1 Certification – 2025
- SYET Program Facilitator Training – 2021
- QPR: Question, Persuade, Refer Suicide Prevention Training – 2020
- Psychological First Aid (PFA) – 2020
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy: Level 1 Clinical Training – 2019
- Stewards of Children (Darkness to Light) – 2019
- Sex Trafficking 101 – 2019
- Safe Crisis Management Certification – 2018
ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
- Led coordination and planning of National Youth Violence Prevention Week (April 12–16, 2021 – Knoxville, TN)
- Dedicated to holistic wellness, cultural responsiveness, and empowering underserved communities through trauma-informed care and clinical excellence.
Timeline
QMHP Liaison
Safe Place Counseling and Consulting
01.2025 - Current
QMHP Team Lead
Safe Place Counseling and Consulting
04.2024 - 12.2024
Qualified Mental Health Professional – CS
Safe Place Counseling and Consulting
11.2023 - 03.2024
Community Health Worker (M.Ed., CHW)
Devoted Health
12.2021 - 04.2023
Youth Support Program Coordinator
YWCA of the East Tennessee Valley
02.2021 - 08.2021
Behavioral Health Technician / M.Ed. Therapist Intern
Village Behavioral Health
03.2020 - 08.2021
Group Leader / Shift Supervisor
Sequel Youth Services – Norris Academy
09.2018 - 03.2020
Community Living Manager
The Sertoma Center
10.2017 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science/Human Health and Performance
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Lincoln Memorial University (LMU)
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