Imani Mota
Footprints To Recovery
Plainsboro,NJ
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Client-centered professional polished in identifying potential disorders in clients and developing successful treatment plans and therapeutic processes. Accommodating and warm individual possessing strong observational skills and in-depth understanding of human behavior. Offering comprehensive background conducting psychological tests, interviewing patients and monitoring patient progress.
Work History
Clinical Therapist
3 Years 5 Months- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing personalized treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through consistent communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care, ensuring optimal patient progress.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for patients to share experiences and develop coping skills.
- Reduced patient readmission rates by providing effective discharge planning and post-treatment followup.
Clinical Case Manager
8 Months- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Supported individuals with mental health disorders by developing personalized treatment plans and connecting them to appropriate community resources.
- Provided crisis intervention and risk assessments.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning.
- Increased patient satisfaction by establishing strong rapport, actively listening to concerns, and addressing issues in a timely manner.
Residential Counselor Shift Leader
3 Years 11 Months- Implement point-based behavior modification system used by staff managing disciplinary issues to ensure safe and positive behavior
- Train staff and shift leaders to provide shadowing and explanation of essential job functions, money handling and crisis intervention
- Supervise up to 20 female adolescents in recovery from substance abuse, mental health and behavioral issues
- Educate adolescents on life skills through the facilitation of groups
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
Case Manager Intern
4 Months- Conducted intakes on inmates within the Bergen County Jail
- Contacted probation, parole, public defenders or family members
- Input client information into HMIS system
- Presented cases and discussed next steps of treatment with a team
- Coordinated to address legal and housing needs
- Met with clients on a weekly basis.
Education
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Skills
Group Therapy Facilitation
Clinical Documentation
Individual Counseling
Case management
Conflict resolution
Substance abuse treatment
Patient Screening
Accomplishments
- Cum Laude Graduate
- Criminal Justice Honors Society (Alpha Phi Sigma)
- Sociology Honors Society (Alpha Kappa Delta)
- President of the Sociology Club
- Dean's list
Certification
- CPR/Heartsaver Certification
- Trauma-Informed Resilience Training
Timeline
Clinical Therapist
Footprints To Recovery
06.2023 - CurrentRead More
Clinical Case Manager
Footprints To Recovery
10.2022 - 06.2023Read More
Residential Counselor Shift Leader
Hackensack Meridian Health Carrier Clinic
11.2018 - 10.2022Read More
Case Manager Intern
Hope For Ex-Offenders
01.2018 - 05.2018Read More
Rider University
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health
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William Paterson University
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
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William Paterson University
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
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