JAMES OKORO
Lakewood,WA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Institutional Counsellor
Western State Hospital
Lakewood00, WA
04.2022 - Current
- Provided individual and group counseling to clients struggling with mental health issues.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with clients and their families to ensure effective communication.
- Facilitated psychoeducation groups on topics such as stress management, coping skills, and relapse prevention.
- Assisted in crisis intervention when needed to provide immediate support for clients in distress.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions based on best practices in the field of mental health counseling.
- Provided individual and group mental health counseling in alignment with evidence-based practice and clinical models.
- Demonstrated sensitivity and competence in treating patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Collaborated closely with treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services.
- Gained complete knowledge of relevant statutes, case laws, ethical codes and regulations to adhere to best practice standards for professional practice.
- Assessed patients for risk of suicide attempts or harmful behavior toward others.
Psychiatric Security Attendant
Western State Hospital
Lakewood, WA
04.2019 - 04.2022
- Participated in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
- Created activities that promoted physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills and social interaction among patients.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through rewards systems when appropriate.
- Provided education about mental illness symptoms and causes to family members of patients.
- Implemented therapeutic techniques such as art therapy, recreational therapy or music therapy.
- Assisted in transporting clients to appointments outside the facility when necessary.
- Supported clients in developing daily living skills such as budgeting money or time management.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ09.2023
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA09.2021
Skills
- Data Management
- First Aid/CPR
- Recordkeeping
- Decision-Making
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Training & Development
- Dependable and Responsible
- Critical Thinking
- Cultural Awareness
- Research
- Organizational Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Computer Skills
- Team Management
Affiliations
- Reading
- Golf
- travelling
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Counselor Agency Affiliated Registration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Institutional Counsellor
Western State Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Psychiatric Security Attendant
Western State Hospital
04.2019 - 04.2022
Master of Arts - Psychology
University of Arizona Global Campus
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Eastern Gateway Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashworth College