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On-SiteLocation: Vernon Hills, IL
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Jamie-lou Mason
Licensed Professional Counselor
Waukegan,IL
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Summary
Dedicated counselor helping clients achieve healing and independence by focusing on personal strengths. Experienced professional with a strong background in outpatient care. Effective communicator committed to ethical practices.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
Counseling Center of Grayslake
Grayslake, Illinois
03.2023 - Current
- Conduct assessments to evaluate mental health and develop treatment plan
- Developed treatment plans based on client goals and progress.
- Documented client progress and treatment outcomes to track effectiveness of interventions.
- Created a trusting and supportive environment for clients to openly discuss feelings and experiences.
- Collaborated with professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Participated in supervision meetings to review case notes and discuss ongoing cases.
- Maintained accurate clinical records per state regulations and agency policies.
- Facilitated client self-awareness through open-ended questions
Administrative Assistant - Buildings and Grounds
Vernon Hills High School
01.2022 - Current
- Streamlined daily office operations and maintained organized filing systems for efficiency.
- Coordinated schedules and meetings for faculty and staff, fostering collaboration across departments.
- Ensured accuracy and confidentiality of records while organizing physical and electronic documents.
- Processed invoices for payment using accounting software, ensuring financial accuracy and timely payments.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication, enhancing workflow and coordination among teams.
Administrative Assistant
Newport School
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Streamlined daily office operations to enhance communication efficiency.
- Organized confidential documents in accordance with established protocol.
- Welcomed visitors professionally, addressing inquiries and directing them to appropriate resources.
- Assisted with student enrollment processes, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
Youth Pastor
Sign of the Dove Church
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Mentored teenagers through personal challenges, fostering spiritual development.
- Supervised volunteer leaders, enhancing program effectiveness and supporting youth activities through structured training and guidance.
- Provided crisis intervention for teens and families in need of support.
- Counseled teens on life issues including relationships, peer pressure, and self-esteem.
- Promoted compassionate pastoral care to church members and the public.
Office Manager
Love-light Christian Counseling
Zion, USA
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Oversaw daily office operations, facilitating efficient workflows.
- Directed front desk operations, welcoming visitors and responding to inquiries.
- Coordinated client appointments and streamlined scheduling processes.
- Maintained accurate client records and data integrity.
- Managed filing systems for correspondence and essential documents.
- Tracked invoices and payments, ensuring accuracy of accounts receivable and payable.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health
National Louis University
Chicago, IL 09.2020 - 06.2023
B.S. - Youth Ministries - Theology
Northwestern College
Saint Paul, MN 08.2000 - 12.2003
Skills
- Therapeutic Techniques
- Client assessment and treatment planning
- Multicultural Competence
- Crisis intervention and compliance
- Adult counseling techniques
- Trauma-informed care
- Patient care coordination
- Active listening and relationship building
- Conflict Resolution
References
Sonja Dewey, MS, LMFT, Restored Christian Counseling, 224-656-7486
Shannon Parsons, MS, LCPC 847-878-1797
Brian Schultz, LCSW, Director, Counseling Center of Grayslake, 847-668-8813
Licensing
Licensed Professional Counseling, Illinois, 2023
Internship
Counseling Internship, White Stone Counseling, 08/01/22, 06/30/23, Managed a client case load with a variety of challenges and life issues, Case load between 10-12 clients per week, Sharpened counseling skills, Growing competence in diagnosis using the DSM 5, Learned billing system, Growing in my skills of documentation
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor
Counseling Center of Grayslake
03.2023 - Current
Administrative Assistant - Buildings and Grounds
Vernon Hills High School
01.2022 - Current
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health
National Louis University
09.2020 - 06.2023
Administrative Assistant
Newport School
01.2017 - 01.2022
Youth Pastor
Sign of the Dove Church
01.2009 - 01.2016
Office Manager
Love-light Christian Counseling
01.2007 - 01.2015
B.S. - Youth Ministries - Theology
Northwestern College
08.2000 - 12.2003