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Jennifer Dover

Medina,OH

Summary

Experienced and versatile professional with a strong focus on delivering tailored treatment plans and facilitating effective therapy sessions. Adept in crisis intervention and trauma-informed care, fostering collaboration with families and educators to enhance client well-being. Committed to utilizing evidence-based practices to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Clinical Therapist, CT/QBHS

OhioGuidestone
Cleveland, OH
01.2021 - Current
  • Delivered crisis intervention services for students, families, and staff during critical incidents.
  • Conducted assessments to identify mental health needs and develop tailored treatment plans.
  • Facilitated individual, group, and family therapy sessions across various settings.
  • Collaborated with teachers and families to implement effective, trauma informed, support strategies for students.
  • Incorporated evidence-based practices to enhance client outcomes and address specific needs.
  • Efficiently established rapport with clients & families through empathetic communication techniques.
  • Educated clients and families on coping strategies and trauma recovery techniques.
  • Maintained accurate clinical records in accordance with state regulations and agency policies.
  • Educated clients and families on coping strategies and trauma recovery techniques.

Case Manager, School Based Provider

Crossroads Health
Mentor, Ohio
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • School based provider at Willowick and Eastlake Middle Schools.
  • Delivered targeted support for 2 units diagnosed with emotional disturbances and 1 unit diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at Shore Middle School in Mentor.
  • Provided individualized support to K-12 students in Kirtland Schools.
  • Facilitated family support within intensive family services program.
  • Provider during practicum leading groups in Day Treatment program.

SPED Instructional Asst/Character Ed Teacher

Breakthrough Schools
Cleveland, Ohio
08.2016 - 01.2022
  • SPED Instructional Assistant in the K-4 Resource Room.
  • Developed and Implemented the Character Education Curriculum for all 4th grade homerooms.
  • Researched and provided supplemental speech, cognitive function, occupational therapy, and socio-emotional tools, enhancing support for scholars and teachers.
  • Assisted Deans and Teachers with high risk scholars.
  • Collaborated with school counselor to promote common goals.
  • Collaborated with the PBIS committee to promote a positive culture.
  • Created PBIS newsletter with resources for scholars and parents, promoting positive behavior at home and school.
  • Created and successfully promoted a Donors Choose project to add a new library for 4th grade.
  • Initiated a Random Acts of Kindness Everywhere program.
  • Collaborated with parents to strengthen partnerships and support student success.
  • Taught & Tracked Scholar Progression in Repeated Reading and Reading Mastery & ST Math.
  • Taught AIR Test Preparation to target scholar groups in 3rd & 4th grade Math & Reading Skills.
  • Learned and utilized Whole Brain Teaching techniques.
  • Researched tools and provided resources for scholars to use at home with accountability challenges that ensured they were motivated to use them so we could celebrate their success.
  • Completed No-Nonsense Nurturer Certification for highly effective class.
  • Collaborated with curriculum coordinator to develop student climate surveys for grades K-2 & 3-4.
  • Substituted for K-4 enrichment teachers during absences.

Associate Dean & Reflection Coordinator

Breakthrough Schools
Cleveland, Ohio
08.2016 - 01.2022
  • Exceeded goal of processing 15% of dean referrals by completing 39% of interactions, facilitating solutions among scholars, teachers, and parents, and managing 46% of suspensions through comprehensive communication.
  • Researched and advocated for restorative practices, promoting trauma-informed care for challenging scholars to foster a supportive educational environment.
  • Led curriculum development initiatives across diverse educational programs.
  • Collaborated with faculty to enhance teaching strategies and student engagement.
  • Managed compliance with state educational regulations and accreditation standards.

District Test Coordinator, Building Sub., Coach

Horizon Science Academy Lorain
Lorain, OH
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Ensured compliance and successful completion of all K-12 (3 schools) state and district assessments.
  • Maintained confidentiality and security of all test materials, test logs, test documents, proctor passwords, student information and scores.
  • Communicated with the Ohio Department of Education and Concept Schools Corporate office and HSA Lorain Administration regarding clarification of test administration, procedures, possible security breaches/infractions.
  • Trained staff in test security and administration, reinforced implementation of security and administration procedures.
  • Developed test schedules for nearly 50 K-12 teachers, effectively balancing needs of staff, students, school calendar, and outside agencies.
  • Launched online resource for students featuring links to key test preparation sites, enhancing access to study materials.
  • Led training sessions for Girls Middle and High School Volleyball teams to develop skills and teamwork.
  • Directed practices for Boys and Girls Middle School Track teams to improve athletic abilities and teamwork.

REALTOR

BHHS Lucien Realty
Westlake, Ohio
01.2005 - 01.2015
  • Achieved ELITE rating in all categories for client surveys at Lucien Realty, reflecting outstanding client satisfaction.
  • 2014 Mega-Million Dollar Club (Top 13% of the network of nearly 35,000 agents, 1100 offices, 47 states).
  • Implemented training for brokerage on conducting updated, motivational, agent-driven weekly meetings, enhancing engagement and collaboration.

Operations Manager, Medical Billing

Kellison & Company
, Ohio
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Maintained internal controls over accounts receivables/cash receipts, monitoring charge posting, billing, and collection operations for compliance with established policies and regulations.
  • Developed and implemented controls to ensure billing and payment cycles adhered to established internal and third party payor requirements.
  • Developed and provided management training for peer managers based on directives from the Vice President of Kellison & Company. Enhanced managers' knowledge in conflict resolution, professional image, and training tactics.
  • Streamlined work allocation and problem resolution for 15 direct reports. Evaluated performance and made recommendations for personnel actions; motivated employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.
  • Created essential documentation to enable highest level of customer service for 35+ clients and over 200 physicians.

Independent Senior Sales Director

Mary Kay Cosmetics
North Olmsted, Ohio
01.1999 - 01.2005

Successful in reaching the top 2% of the entire company while working from home office. Provided leadership, motivation, and training to Independent Unit and offspring units of 30+ consultants.

Project Manager, LAN/WAN Administator

Medical Mutual Of Ohio
Cleveland, Ohio
01.1998 - 01.2000
  • Managed project logistics for hardware and software installation, configuration, and testing.
  • Oversaw operational functions for claims operations, aligning with organizational goals.
  • Executed technical activities to optimize customer service systems and enhance claims processes.
  • Coordinated client-server project within claims operations department, ensuring seamless integration.
  • Led year 2000 compliance project, coordinating cross-functional efforts to meet regulatory deadlines.
  • Performed analysis of business and systems workflows, providing improvement recommendations to management.
  • Supported 350 internal customers, including executives in Cleveland and Toledo locations.
  • Streamlined claims operations, enhancing efficiency and service delivery for internal clients.

Operations Manager, Workers' Compensation

Medical Administrators, Inc.
Westlake, Ohio
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Collaborated with IT resources/contractors and BWC sources to develop and implement new programs, facilitating effective launch of Ohio Worker’s Compensation outsourcing.
  • Oversaw billing operations and scanning processes, enhancing accuracy of BWC communication.
  • Hired, trained, and conducted performance reviews for 14 staff members, ensuring strong team capability and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Documented training manuals, disaster recovery plans, and company policies.

Education

Master’s Degree - Clinical Mental Health Clinician

CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY
Cleveland, OH
01-2024

Bachelor Degree - Organizational Communication

CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY
Cleveland, OH
01-1997

Realtor Licensure -

HONDROS COLLEGE
Independence, Ohio
01-1995

Skills

  • Mental health assessment
  • Crisis intervention
  • Treatment planning
  • Therapy modalities
  • Evidence-based practices
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Behavioral analysis
  • Anxiety/depression treatment
  • Anger management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Suicide prevention
  • Grief and loss counseling
  • Autism spectrum disorder support
  • Social work expertise
  • Clinical documentation
  • Team collaboration
  • Neurological Understanding post TBI/PTSD

References

Available upon request

Certification

C.2406142

Timeline

Case Manager, School Based Provider

Crossroads Health
01.2022 - 12.2023

Licensed Clinical Therapist, CT/QBHS

OhioGuidestone
01.2021 - Current

SPED Instructional Asst/Character Ed Teacher

Breakthrough Schools
08.2016 - 01.2022

Associate Dean & Reflection Coordinator

Breakthrough Schools
08.2016 - 01.2022

District Test Coordinator, Building Sub., Coach

Horizon Science Academy Lorain
01.2015 - 01.2016

Operations Manager, Medical Billing

Kellison & Company
01.2006 - 01.2008

REALTOR

BHHS Lucien Realty
01.2005 - 01.2015

Independent Senior Sales Director

Mary Kay Cosmetics
01.1999 - 01.2005

Project Manager, LAN/WAN Administator

Medical Mutual Of Ohio
01.1998 - 01.2000

Operations Manager, Workers' Compensation

Medical Administrators, Inc.
01.1996 - 01.1998

Master’s Degree - Clinical Mental Health Clinician

CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY

Bachelor Degree - Organizational Communication

CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY

Realtor Licensure -

HONDROS COLLEGE
Jennifer Dover