Ellis D. Wilson, Jr.
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Dedicated Clinical Counselor with broad range of experience delivering comprehensive case management to clients in school settings, long-term facilities and social services programs. Highly accomplished in fostering meaningful relationships and developing effective short-term and long-term plans to achieve client goals. Complete understanding of complex considerations governing assessment and treatment. Methodical Executive Board of Director with 4 years of comprehensive experience overseeing daily operations at the Global Eco Army. Hardworking and versatile professional well-versed in executing business strategies, preparing and implementing business plans and overseeing financial performance. Thorough knowledge of market changes and trends paired with strong grasp of corporate compliance and performance measures.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CLINICAL COUNSELOR
Bridges To Hope
New Orleans, LA
02.2024 - Current
- Provided individual, group and family therapy to clients with mental health issues.
- Developed treatment plans in collaboration with clients and other professionals.
- Conducted psychological assessments of clients' cognitive abilities, personality traits and mental health status.
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups focused on topics such as stress management, anger management and coping skills.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress made towards goals.
- Consulted with psychiatrists regarding medication recommendations for clients.
- Educated clients about available community resources to assist them in meeting their needs.
- Engaged in interdisciplinary team meetings with other healthcare providers to discuss client care plans.
- Collaborated with school personnel to coordinate educational accommodations for students struggling with mental health issues.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients who were facing urgent mental health concerns.
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTOR & BUSINESS ANALYSIS
The Global Eco Army
Tampa Bay, FL
02.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
- Conducted quarterly meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
- Implemented systems for tracking progress on key initiatives or projects.
- Negotiated agreements with external partners such as contractors or consultants.
- Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
- Analyzed problematic situations and occurrences to provide solutions and facilitate company survival and growth.
ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR
River Oaks Hospital
New Orleans, LA
01.2023 - 02.2024
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
The Creed Group Of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
01.2019 - 07.2023
MUSIC COUNSELOR
Ellis Marsalis Center For Music: Musicians Village
New Orleans, LA
08.2020 - 06.2022
CLINICAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR
Integrity Behavioral Management
New Orleans, LA
01.2019 - 12.2019
SCHOOL & CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
KIPP & Community Therapeutic Services
New Orleans , LA
01.2018 - 06.2019
CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Abundant Counseling Services
New Orleans , LA
01.2016 - 12.2018
CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Choices Behavioral Health And Wellness
New Orleans, LA
01.2015 - 12.2016
CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Positive Living Treatment Center
New Orleans, LA
06.2015 - 12.2015
CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH YOUTH COUNSELOR
Ekhaya Youth Project
New Orleans, LA
01.2015 - 06.2015
CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Alternatives Living, Inc.
New Orleans , LA
04.2010 - 06.2015
SUNO GRADUATE INTERNSHIP
Mahalia Jackson Center
New Orleans , LA
08.2009 - 06.2010
CLINICAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR
Grace Outreach Center
New Orleans , LA
02.2009 - 08.2009
CLINICAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR
New Orleans Narcotics Treatment Clinic
New Orleans , LA
07.2008 - 08.2009
CLINICAL CALL CENTER COUNSELOR
Via Link (2-1-1)
New Orleans, LA
06.2007 - 12.2008
Elementary School Teacher
Westbank Christian Center Academy
Harvey, LA
08.2006 - 06.2007
Education
Master of Science - Masters of Social Worker
SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY AT NEW ORLEANS
08-2009
Bachelor of Science - Social Counseling
OUR LADY OF HOLY CROSS COLLEGE
07-2006
Skills
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Program Management
- Data Interpretation
- Business Development
- Stakeholder Relations
- Staff Management
- Grant Writing
- Contract Negotiation
- Project Coordination
- Business Planning
- Donor Management
- Corporate Communications
- Analytical Thinking
- Fundraising
- Report Compilation
- Business Management
- Project Management
- Negotiation
- Consulting
- Crisis Management
- Leadership Development
- Business Administration
- Compliance & Regulations
- Client Services
- Media Relations
- International Business
- Communications Strategy
- Social Work
- Relationship Building
- Program Monitoring
- Budgeting & Financial Management
- Partnership Development
- Talent Recruitment
- Patient Evaluation
- Safety & Risk Assessments
- Group Therapy
- Therapeutic Counseling
- Mental Health Counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Case Documentation
- Client Goal Planning
- Stress Management
- Disaster Recovery
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Discharge Planning
- Tracking Client Progress
- Family Counseling
- Consultations
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Behavior Analysis
- Administration & Management
- Behavioral Assessment
- Group Counseling
- Individual Therapy
- Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Referral Coordination
- Behavior Modification
- Suicide Prevention
- Multicultural Competence
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
CLINICAL COUNSELOR
Bridges To Hope
02.2024 - Current
ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR
River Oaks Hospital
01.2023 - 02.2024
MUSIC COUNSELOR
Ellis Marsalis Center For Music: Musicians Village
08.2020 - 06.2022
EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTOR & BUSINESS ANALYSIS
The Global Eco Army
02.2020 - Current
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
The Creed Group Of New Orleans
01.2019 - 07.2023
CLINICAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR
Integrity Behavioral Management
01.2019 - 12.2019
SCHOOL & CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
KIPP & Community Therapeutic Services
01.2018 - 06.2019
CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Abundant Counseling Services
01.2016 - 12.2018
CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Positive Living Treatment Center
06.2015 - 12.2015
CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Choices Behavioral Health And Wellness
01.2015 - 12.2016
CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH YOUTH COUNSELOR
Ekhaya Youth Project
01.2015 - 06.2015
CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Alternatives Living, Inc.
04.2010 - 06.2015
SUNO GRADUATE INTERNSHIP
Mahalia Jackson Center
08.2009 - 06.2010
CLINICAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR
Grace Outreach Center
02.2009 - 08.2009
CLINICAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR
New Orleans Narcotics Treatment Clinic
07.2008 - 08.2009
CLINICAL CALL CENTER COUNSELOR
Via Link (2-1-1)
06.2007 - 12.2008
Elementary School Teacher
Westbank Christian Center Academy
08.2006 - 06.2007
Master of Science - Masters of Social Worker
SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY AT NEW ORLEANS
Bachelor of Science - Social Counseling
OUR LADY OF HOLY CROSS COLLEGE
Affiliations
- STEM COORDINATOR: SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY ~ Smothers Academy ~ Harahan, LA ~ Jan 2018 - 2019
- STEM TEACHER: SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY ~ Smothers Academy ~ Harahan, LA ~ Jan 2018 - 2019
- NATIONAL BLACK SOCIAL WORKERS ~ United States ~ Aug 2009 - Present
- NATIONAL SOCIAL WORKERS ~ United States ~ Aug 2009 - Present
- GRADUATE SOCIAL WORK ORGANIZATION: VICE PRESIDENT ~ Southern University at New Orleans ~ New Orleans, LA ~ Aug 2009 - May 2010
- STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION: SENATOR ~ Our Lady of Holy Cross ~ Algiers, LA ~ Aug 2004 - May 2006
- PYCHOLOGY CLUB: COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER ~ Our Lady of Holy Cross ~ Algiers, LA ~ Aug 2004 - May 2006
- LEAP: ELEMENTARY TUTOR ~ Second Baptist Church ~ Algiers, LA ~ Aug 2003 - May 2004
- 8TH GRADE: BASKETBALL COACH ~ Archbishop Shaw High School ~ Marrero, LA ~ Aug 1999 - May 2000
- BETA BET A BETA: BIOLOGICAL HONOR SOCIETY ~ Southern University at New Orleans ~ New Orleans, LA ~ Aug 1999 - 2000
References
References available upon request.
References
References available upon request.
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