Jeffrey Wickard

• Provided guidance to school staff on best practices for supporting students with mental health concerns, contributing to inclusive learning environment.
• Organized peer support groups for students experiencing similar challenges, fostering sense of belonging and mutual understanding within school community.
• Served as liaison between school staff and families, ensuring seamless communication regarding students'' mental health needs and progress.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify students'' needs and develop appropriate treatment plans accordingly.
• Promoted self-advocacy skills among students by empowering them to communicate their needs effectively both inside and outside classroom setting.
• Developed strong rapport with students by actively listening and empathizing with their concerns, fostering trust in therapeutic relationships.

Provided individual and group therapy to trauma children.

• Developed treatment plans based on clients' needs and goals.
• Incorporated evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Informed therapy as well as utilizing Attachment, Regulation, and Competency (ARC) framework into treatment of children
• Facilitated psychoeducational groups for students to gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
• Assisted clients in developing coping strategies to better manage their symptoms of PTSD.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for clients.
• Maintained accurate clinical documentation according to agency standards.
• Provided crisis intervention services as needed during sessions or after hours.
• Educated family members about impact of trauma on individuals and families.
• Monitored client progress through assessment tools such as symptom inventories and structured interviews.
• Participated in weekly case reviews with clinical team members.
• Adhered to ethical guidelines when providing counseling services.
• Acted as advocate for clients by attending court hearings or meetings with attorneys.
• Engaged in ongoing professional development activities such as reading relevant literature or attending conferences.
• Researched new techniques or interventions related to trauma therapy.
• Guided clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with problems.
• Assisted individuals with stress management, self-esteem and issues associated with emotional and mental health.
• Collaborated with mental health professionals and other staff members to perform clinical assessments or develop treatment plans.
• Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
• Prepared and maintained required treatment records and reports.
• Acted as client advocate, coordinating required services and resolving emergency problems in crisis situations.
• Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss happenings in life to help develop insight into themselves or relationships.
• Assessed patients for risk of suicide attempts or harmful behavior toward others.
• Counseled family members to assist in understanding, dealing with or supporting clients or patients.

• Developed treatment plans based on clients' needs and goals.
• Actively listened to client's stories of traumatic events in safe, non-judgmental environment.
• Assisted clients in developing coping strategies to better manage their symptoms of PTSD.
• Educated family members about impact of trauma on individuals and families.
• Provided in-home therapy to clients with mental health issues.
• Conducted family sessions to help strengthen family relationships and improve communication skills.
• Created reports documenting client progress and interactions during sessions.
• Maintained accurate records of session notes, assessments, evaluations, treatment plans.
• Attended regular meetings with supervisors to discuss cases and develop strategies for improvement.
• Developed understanding of different cultures in order to better serve diverse populations.

• Provided casework services to clients, including conducting initial assessments and developing individualized case plans.
• Conducted home visits to assess client needs, evaluate progress toward goals, and document service delivery.
• Maintained accurate records of client information in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Coordinated referrals for mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment and other community resources.
• Developed relationships with local agencies to ensure access to necessary services for clients.
• Provided crisis intervention when necessary by responding quickly to urgent requests from clients or referral sources.
• Attended court hearings when appropriate to provide testimony regarding client status or progress towards goals.