JaNisa Cooke
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Dedicated Counselor experienced in conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized treatment plans. Enhanced client outcomes through facilitation of therapeutic sessions and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams while ensuring adherence to program regulations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc
Chesapeake, VA
02.2024 - Current
- Facilitated institutional presentations on the Therapeutic Community (TC) model, providing education on its framework, expectations, and impact, while also leading Therapeutic Community training sessions
- Conducts comprehensive assessments and individual treatment plans within established timeframes and with input from the client and the multi-disciplinary team.
- Conducted ASIs (Addiction Severity Index assessments) to collect detailed client background information, informing tailored treatment approaches.
- Monitors the therapeutic environment and assures client compliance with all programmatic and VA DOC rules and regulations
- Resolved documentation deficiencies promptly within established timeframes.
- Participated in multi-disciplinary treatment planning and case reviews, contributing insights to enhance client care strategies.
- Demonstrates the ability to prioritize tasks and responsibilities and complete required duties in the allotted time.
- Provides individual counseling according to timeframes established per programs and documents each session according to policies and procedures.
Residential Counselor / Group Home Worker
Tidewater Youth Services Commission
Portsmouth, VA
04.2017 - 02.2024
- Directed and supervised daily routines of residents in assigned group home, fostering a structured and supportive environment.
- Participated in planning and implementing resident treatment programs, contributing to individualized care and support.
- Facilitate various Aggression Replacement Training (ART) groups.
- Prepared and maintained resident files and related documentation, ensuring accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Prepare and maintain various documentation pertaining to assigned duties, daily logs, activity reports, case management records, resident progress reports, resident evaluations, and incident management.
- Prepare and maintain residents files and related documentation.
Mental Health Technician
Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health
Norfolk, VA
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Inspect patients' rooms and supervise patients in attainment of neat, organized and sanitary personal space.
- Escort patients to infirmary, monitor behavior and redirect inappropriate behavior.
- Collaborated with patients to implement their safety plans.
- Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and communication skills for managing out-of-control patient behavior.
- Followed facility's policies for Restraint & Seclusion to ensure patient safety.
- Alerted supervisor and relevant staff about unusual events and medical concerns to ensure timely response.
- Provided timely, detailed reports to supervisor/complex manager on all incidents and allegations to support effective response.
- Conducted staggered rounds every 15 minutes to monitor residents, ensuring ongoing safety and well-being.
- Completes work with minimal supervision, striving for and achieving optimal outcomes.
- Recorded daily activities and observations in an electronic log card for accurate tracking.
Evening Support Counselor
Intercept – Youth Quest
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2017 - 04.2018
- Provide transportation, accompany, and directly supervise the residents on outings, activities and appointments in the community.
- Initiated, organized, and conducted community outings, enhancing resident engagement as directed by Program Supervisor.
- Supervised the administration of medication.
- Maintained communication with Life Skills Coach and Program Supervisor regarding significant medical needs and unusual events, ensuring resident safety and support.
- Guided residents in personal hygiene practices and condominium maintenance, promoting independence and well-being.
- I check each condominium to ensure residents are in by curfew, working, or on an approved pass.
- Document all incidences of missed curfew, failure to report to work, and absence without leave in the communication log and contact the Life Skills Coach or Program Supervisor.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Saint Leo University
Chesapeake, VABachelors - Sociology
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VASkills
- Counseling
- Treatment plans
- Crisis Intervention
- Substance counseling
- Behavior Change Techniques
- Client Progress Monitoring
- Needs Assessment
- Client Engagement
- Administrative Coordination
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem solving
- Active listening
Certification
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), 05/26
Key Qualifications
- Skilled in Administrative Coordination
- Proficient in Behavioral and Case Management
- Experienced in Research and Data Analysis
Timeline
Counselor
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc
02.2024 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health
11.2022 - 10.2023
Evening Support Counselor
Intercept – Youth Quest
08.2017 - 04.2018
Residential Counselor / Group Home Worker
Tidewater Youth Services Commission
04.2017 - 02.2024
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Saint Leo University
Bachelors - Sociology
Norfolk State University