Dr. Jennifer Stracick
Saint Petersburg,FL
Summary
Accomplished Executive Director recognized for leveraging strong team leadership and development to drive forward progress. Highly organized, detail-oriented leader skilled in directing high-performing teams to develop solutions and solve operational and technical problems. Success implementing systems across multiple operations with superior organizational and communication skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Therapist
Therapy for the Soul
01.2023 - Current
- Private practice providing telehealth therapy to four to eight clients a week
- Therapy modalities include trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, talk therapy, and seeking safety.
- Completed assessments and planned customized treatments, applying wide range of resources.
- Delivered quality, comprehensive and well-integrated clinical services in alignment with patient needs.
- Planned and organized individual, family and group therapy for patients ranging in ages and issues.
- Assisted youth in improving self-esteem, communication and coping skills.
- Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
- Offered perspective on effectiveness of treatments concerning conditions such as depression and anxiety.
Executive Director
ALPHA House of Pinellas County
01.2006 - Current
- I oversee the Financial and Clinical areas of the program, which is a residential facility for pregnant women ages 14-41 who can reside up to 18 months after their child is born
- I am responsible for all Clinical areas of the program and give Direct Supervision to 6 staff with B.S.W and M.S.W degrees
- In addition, I oversee following the agency's strategic plan and managing the budget
- My job duties expand to individual counseling of the residents and staff.
- Collected and interpreted key metrics to determine which programs met desired outcomes or required further streamlining for success.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Aligned department vision, goals, and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results.
- Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
Family Therapist
Operation Par
01.2005 - 01.2006
- As a Family Therapist, I work with women affected by substance abuse who live in a residential treatment facility for 30 days to 16 months
- The program is research-based, and as the Family Therapist, I am responsible for administering assessments and determining what treatment the clients will receive
- I am also responsible for developing a curriculum for pregnant women and substance abuse
- The research project requires a team effort and constant communication about the status of the clients.
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
- Assisted clients in locating resources for housing services and financial assistance.
- Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.
- Collaborated with other mental health professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans.
- Facilitated on-going assessment of patient and family needs and implementation of interdisciplinary team care plan.
- Conducted intake and assessments to formulate treatment plan and manage client records.
- Encouraged individuals and family members to develop and use skills and strategies for constructively confronting problems.
Mental Health Therapist/Program Coordinator
Children’s Bureau
01.2003 - 01.2005
- I worked in a Mental Health agency that served Children and Youth who were abused or neglected
- I served the clients by providing assessments, developing treatment plans, providing weekly Therapy to Children and their families, arranging meetings for new clients, and supervising two behavioral specialists who delivered services in the clients' homes.
Crisis Specialist/Teacher Asst
Gateway Longview
01.1999 - 01.2001
- I worked in a Middle school for children in residential treatment
- I assisted in crises, de-escalation, and lethality assessments
- I worked in the classroom, developing and delivering curriculums for 5th, 6th, and 7th graders
- I attended Individual Education Plan meetings and developed Individual Education Plans for my students.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
Education
Doctor of Social Work - Social Work
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA07.2024
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Buffalo
Buffalo, NY01.2003
Skills
- Team Management
- Organization
- Data Management
- Clerical Support
- Team building
- First Aid/CPR
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Task Prioritization
- Dependable and Responsible
- Microsoft Office
- Time Management
- Microsoft Word
- Active Listening
- Cultural Awareness
- Organization and Time Management
- Good Telephone Etiquette
Affiliations
- NASW Member
Timeline
Clinical Therapist
Therapy for the Soul
01.2023 - Current
Executive Director
ALPHA House of Pinellas County
01.2006 - Current
Family Therapist
Operation Par
01.2005 - 01.2006
Mental Health Therapist/Program Coordinator
Children’s Bureau
01.2003 - 01.2005
Crisis Specialist/Teacher Asst
Gateway Longview
01.1999 - 01.2001
Doctor of Social Work - Social Work
Tulane University
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Buffalo
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