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Henrietta Koenig

Frederick

Summary

Dynamic Behavioral Health Associate Counselor with extensive experience at Montgomery County Government, specializing in mental health, substance abuse assessment, and crisis intervention. Proven track record in case management and client advocacy, effectively connecting individuals to vital community resources. Committed to achieving positive outcomes for clients facing complex challenges in behavioral health.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavioral Health Associate Counselor-Alcohol Drug

Montgomery County Government
Rockville
07.2023 - Current

Company Overview: HHS/BHCS ACCESS - TCA Program, Substance Abuse Treatment Services (SATS).

  • Executed assessments to identify substance abuse issues.
  • Delivered short-term counseling and crisis intervention to help individuals set goals.
  • Utilized community resources focused on personal, social, emotional, educational, and vocational development for substance abuse adjustments.
  • Monitor clients' progress according to specified requirements.
  • Shared client status and service requirements with the team for effective case management.
  • Coordinates referrals, ensuring clients connect with community services.
  • Compiled reports and statistics for agency submissions.
  • Refers individuals to specialized resources and assistance through effective engagement.

Behavioral Health Associate Counselor – Alcohol and Drug

Montgomery County Government
Rockville
02.2016 - 07.2023

Company Overview: HHS BHCS ACCESS-PATH Program

  • Conduct outreach and needs assessments with clients from various institutions to determine case management support eligibility.
  • Delivered comprehensive clinical case management to clients facing severe mental illness and co-occurring conditions.
  • Coordinate forensic re-entry plans with State psychiatric clinicians for co-occurring criminal justice-involved clients.
  • Engaged community stakeholders in collaborative efforts during and after discharge processes from State hospital and incarceration.
  • Facilitated housing referrals through HMIS by completing necessary forms for the housing process and placement.
  • Conducted or led rigorous team meetings whenever beneficial.
  • Delivered motivational support and crisis counseling.
  • Maintained accurate records within HMIS and NextGen.
  • Partnered with SOAR case manager, leveraging the CRISP platform when necessary.
  • Monitored application statuses across food stamps, SSI, SSDI, TCA, Medicaid, and Medicare programs.
  • Compiled data for monthly and quarterly statistic reports supporting grant requirements.
  • Engage in bi-weekly clinical sessions with a supervisory therapist.
  • Executed timely and accurate notary functions as required.

Addiction Counselor

MRB Counseling Services, Inc
Gaithersburg
02.2019 - 02.2020
  • Functioned as an addiction counselor in outpatient treatment and education program.
  • Conducted administrative intake and initial assessments for admissions.
  • Collected comprehensive client histories emphasizing substance use through targeted interview strategies.
  • Utilized appropriate resources and treatment methods for group settings.
  • Supported goal identification, treatment planning, and intervention implementation.
  • Delivered counseling services to medical marijuana clients based on individual needs.
  • Guided groups of adults dealing with legal issues and at risk for chemical dependency through educational initiatives.
  • Implemented techniques to help clients and teams uncover problems and impacts.
  • Managed cases effectively and linked clients to essential services promptly.
  • Conducted necessary crisis response actions.
  • Shared pertinent details on substance use and abuse with clients using formal and informal channels.

Correctional Specialist III

Montgomery County Government
Boyds
02.2013 - 02.2016

Company Overview: Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation (DOCR)

  • Performed detailed intake and needs evaluations during jail admissions.
  • Conducted bi-weekly Collaborative Case Management meetings with multi-disciplinary teams including jail Re-entry Social Worker, Psychiatrist, Correctional Specialist, inmate and community partners.
  • Developed and implemented new curriculum for behavioral health programs.
  • Administered targeted counseling sessions across various custody segments.
  • Organized parole hearings alongside Maryland Parole Commissioner on topics such as mandatory release, revocations, and home plans.
  • Conducted reviews of suicide screening information for proper inmate placement.
  • Strength-based techniques utilized to boost inmate insight into their presenting concerns.
  • Collaborated with Shift Commander and Clinical Assessment Team to evaluate risk factors and vulnerability of inmates.
  • Ran, interpreted, and scored Rap Sheets for custody level purposes.
  • Analyzed available resources to ascertain case status, detainers, and warrants for corrective action.
  • Delivered field instructions to interns pursuing graduate, undergraduate, and associate degrees.
  • Compiled monthly statistical reports.
  • Assisted in running Adjustment Hearings and finalized summaries.

Acting Supervisor - Correctional Specialist V, Reentry Manager

Montgomery County Government
Boyds
01.2015 - 03.2015

Company Overview: Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation (DOCR)

  • Simultaneously fulfilled responsibilities of CS III and acted in the capacity of CS V Reentry Manager.
  • Managed teams of reentry social workers, interns, and correctional specialists in general population, programs unit, and intake classification.
  • Supervised Youth Offender unit
  • Provided detailed briefs on program units and inmate worker activities during the Directors' weekly meetings.
  • Led diverse behavioral groups, including Baby Simulation and Anger Management.
  • Delivered jail reports to the Commissioner for review.

Behavioral Health Associate Counselor (Contract Worker)

Montgomery County Government
Rockville
01.2005 - 06.2006

Company Overview: HHS PATH Program

  • Provided outreach services to persistently mentally ill individuals from community referrals.
  • Managed client intakes and psychosocial assessments for referred clients.
  • Connected clients with appropriate in-state and out-of-state homeless service providers.
  • Collaborated with inpatient and outpatient co-occurring providers, courts, jails, and prisons.
  • Connected individuals with relevant residential assistance programs.
  • Arranged and oversaw client visits as part of achieving specific objectives.
  • Referred clients to residential crisis beds for immediate support.
  • Secured necessary authorization from Maryland Health Partners for mental health crisis placements.
  • Ensured PATH database accuracy through regular updates.

Disability Worker / Social Work Clinical Internship

Housing Opportunities Commission
Kensington
09.2004 - 05.2005
  • Worked with consumers struggling with mental illness, addiction, and/or diagnosed with physical disability
  • Performed comprehensive evaluations to determine psychosocial status.
  • Scheduled and conducted in-person meetings twice a month.
  • Supported clients in applying for various entitlements, including food stamps, SSI, SSDI, TCA, Medicaid, and Medicare.
  • Collaborated with consumers to create effective treatment plans.
  • Assisted clients in recognizing housing-related risk factors.

Case Manager

Community Residences
Silver Spring
07.2001 - 06.2004
  • Delivered case management assistance to individuals with co-occurring conditions and their families.
  • Facilitated the development of service planning.
  • Handled a caseload of 30 clients.
  • Completed two monthly face-to-face meetings with thorough record-keeping.
  • Facilitated the process of locating and obtaining appropriate housing solutions.
  • Delivered crisis intervention services focused on conflict resolution.
  • Established connections with a diverse continuum of care providers.
  • Implemented 24-hour crisis intervention support through agency beeper rotation.
  • Collaborated with client to implement behavioral management strategies.

Child Care Counselor

City of Southfield
Southfield
01.1997 - 12.1999
  • Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for children of various ages.
  • Offered tailored guidance for children demonstrating challenges with emotional and behavioral regulation.
  • Developed engaging projects and outdoor activities for children.
  • Monitored and sustained a secure environment consistently.
  • Communicated progress details regarding children's behavior changes.

Residential Counselor

Ultra-Care
Troy
12.1997 - 12.1998
  • Provided a home-like setting for the care of developmentally disabled adults
  • Created tailored services addressing the needs of those with developmental disabilities.
  • Ensured reliable supervision during transit to events, leisure pursuits, and clinical visits.
  • Teamed up with house managers and residential counselors to develop outdoor programs for residents.
  • Oversaw direct services to maintain operational standards.
  • Oversaw supply chain for household necessities.
  • Ensured timely collection and proper administration of prescribed medications per medical guidelines.
  • Enhanced communication with family members of residents.

Education

M.A. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Washington Adventist University
MD

Master of Social Work -

Howard University
Washington, D.C.

B.S. - Criminal Justice

Wayne State University
Detroit, Michigan

Skills

  • Substance abuse assessment
  • Crisis intervention
  • Case management
  • Behavioral health treatment
  • Community resource coordination
  • Client advocacy

Certification

  • Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD): License #: AC2703
  • Certified Recovery Coach
  • Certified Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
  • Certified Facilitator: Inside Out Dad Program
  • Maryland Correctional Training Academy Certification
  • Certified Notary Public

Database Proficiency

  • Microsoft Office
  • National Criminal Justice Information Computer (NCIC)
  • Maryland Electronic Telecommunication Enforcement System (METERS)
  • Criminal Justice Case Management System (CJCMS)
  • Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)
  • NextGen Software: electronic health record (EHR) & Practice Management (PM)
  • Enterprise Integrated Case Management System (eICM)
  • CRISP health (Chesapeake Regional Information System for our Patients)
  • MyDHR / MD Think
  • Behavioral Health Administration – Substance Abuse and Treatment Services Data System

Accomplishments

  • Awarded certificate of outstanding performance employee within the Re-entry Unit for the 2014 calendar year.
  • Received letter of Appreciation from Director Robert Green, Department of Correction in 2015.

Timeline

Behavioral Health Associate Counselor-Alcohol Drug

Montgomery County Government
07.2023 - Current

Addiction Counselor

MRB Counseling Services, Inc
02.2019 - 02.2020

Behavioral Health Associate Counselor – Alcohol and Drug

Montgomery County Government
02.2016 - 07.2023

Acting Supervisor - Correctional Specialist V, Reentry Manager

Montgomery County Government
01.2015 - 03.2015

Correctional Specialist III

Montgomery County Government
02.2013 - 02.2016

Behavioral Health Associate Counselor (Contract Worker)

Montgomery County Government
01.2005 - 06.2006

Disability Worker / Social Work Clinical Internship

Housing Opportunities Commission
09.2004 - 05.2005

Case Manager

Community Residences
07.2001 - 06.2004

Residential Counselor

Ultra-Care
12.1997 - 12.1998

Child Care Counselor

City of Southfield
01.1997 - 12.1999

M.A. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Washington Adventist University

Master of Social Work -

Howard University

B.S. - Criminal Justice

Wayne State University
Henrietta Koenig