Founder of Integral Health & Counseling Inc. Accomplished behavioral health Executive Director with more than 10 years experience with directing client care and operational programs in a diverse settings. Adept at cultivating and directing high-performing teams and developing constructive relationships with a wide range of community partners. Detail-oriented and exhibiting excellent communication, problem solving and strategic planing skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Integral Health & Counseling Inc.
ST. PAUL, MN
04.2020 - Current
Provide Leadership and oversight of Adult Outpatient, Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT), Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT),
Provide exemplary modeling, mentorship, and training to Managers under my direct supervision.
Foster work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
Managing complex situations in four outreach teams, while providing safety during Covid-19 to staff and vulnerable populations.
Coordinate and implement affective behavioral health trainings within the agency and in the community.
Network with community partners to ensure optimal services for client/patient care.
Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
Fostered excellence by example by "setting pace" and being hands on mentor to Mental health practitioners and staff.
Established organizational mission statement through extensive collaboration and review.
Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
Interviewed, supervised and motivate staff members to achieve and deliver optimal client centered care services
Mental Health Practioner
Minnesota Care Counseling Services
Minneapolis , MN
03.2017 - 04.2020
Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
Offered referrals and connection to community outreach programs to help clients gain independence.
Conducted outreach to local referral sources to build strong partnerships for supportive services.
Mediated between family members to facilitate conflict resolution and build healthy family relationships.
Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
Obtained and supplied information to coordinating agencies to provide best possible guidance to clients.
Counseled individuals and families regarding mental health, substance abuse, physical abuse and rehabilitation issues.
Assessed cognitive abilities and physical and emotional needs of clients to determine appropriate interventions.
Managed support services and fostered communication among multiple systems.
Case Manager
East African Community Center
Chicago , IL.
07.2013 - 09.2017
Conducted evidence-based therapeutic services to individuals in outpatient for adults of all ages experiencing depression, grief, anxiety. trauma, Bi-Polar Disorder and Psychosis, and Personality Disorders.
Provided family re-unification therapy with children and parents.
Prepared professional and accurate case documentation.
Leveraged practice management agency software to complete weekly progress notes, update quarterly treatment plans and maintain patient records.
Conducted intake and assessments to formulate treatment plan and manage client records.
Provided financial literacy training to refugees and immigrants
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN
12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
05.2015
Skills
Program management
Exceptional problem solver
Natural leader and staff motivation
Mental health crisis management
Staff training and professional development
Therapeutic expertise
Clinical documentation mastery
Behavioral health systems
Timeline
CEO
Integral Health & Counseling Inc.
04.2020 - Current
Mental Health Practioner
Minnesota Care Counseling Services
03.2017 - 04.2020
Case Manager
East African Community Center
07.2013 - 09.2017
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Metropolitan State University
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
Northeastern Illinois University
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