Jennifer L. Winston
Tulsa,Ok
Summary
As a mental health professional for 18 years, I love working with children with disabilities and making a difference in their lives. Furthermore, I plan to continue providing 110 percent quality services to future clients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Owner/ Director
Kidz Uprizing Childcare
01.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula to enhance early childhood learning experiences.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with licensing regulations and safety standards.
- Supervised staff, providing training and mentorship to improve educational practices and engagement techniques.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents through regular communication and feedback mechanisms.
- Coordinated community outreach programs to promote childcare services and engage local families.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback and assessments, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Administered budgeting and financial planning, optimizing resource allocation for operational sustainability.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
Mental Health Therapist
New Beginnings Counseling Agency
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Established strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity.
- Utilized meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans for clients to address specific mental health concerns and goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care for clients, addressing physical, emotional, and social needs.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Assessed new clients thoroughly to determine appropriate level of care and recommend suitable treatment options within the community if needed.
- Coordinated care with primary care physicians, psychiatrists, and other relevant healthcare providers to ensure seamless continuity of care for clients.
- Created a safe environment that fostered open communication, trust building and vulnerability among clients.
- Promoted positive coping strategies among clients by teaching stress management techniques and self-care practices.
- Improved client mental health by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute mental health distress, ensuring safety and stabilization.
Mental Health Therapist
Betty Jackson Counseling Services
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Developed individualized treatment plans addressing diverse mental health needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions promoting peer support and coping strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify clients' psychological issues.
- Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques to enhance client outcomes.
- Advocated for mental health awareness within the community through workshops and outreach initiatives.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions to support communication, boundary setting, and healthy relationships among family members affected by mental health issues.
- Implemented behavioral modification techniques for clients struggling with unhealthy patterns of behavior or thought processes contributing to their mental health challenges.
- Led psychoeducational groups covering topics such as emotion regulation, communication skills development, and relapse prevention strategies among others related to mental health improvement outcomes.
- Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.
Child Welfare Specialist- Drug Court Unit
Department of Human Services
01.2017 - 04.2020
- Case Management
- Client interviewing
- Help people of all life stages cope with and solve everyday problems
- Advocate for and develop plans to improve clients well-being
- Research and refer clients to community resources
- Work with individuals, families or groups
- Respond to clients in crisis situations
- Work in a variety of public and private organizations
Mental Health Worker
Sacramento County Mental Health Treatment Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Answer phone calls and inquiries concerning available programs and services
- Provide a safe and welcome environment for people to visit
- Provide counselling to individuals about mental health and mental health issues
- Accept referrals from individuals, families and agencies in the community
- Maintain strict confidentiality guidelines regarding all clients, conversations and referrals
- Ability to problem solve and de-escalate crisis situations
- Computer literacy and ability to conduct data entry
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Behavioral Interventionist II
CENTRAL VALLEY AUTISM PROJECT
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Assess Progress through Psychological Testing, Observation, and Interviews with Clients and their support systems to re-direct disruptive, harmful, or negative behaviors into healthy positive actions using methods such as:
- Gather information and develop an appropriate intervention plan
- Observe and Interact with individuals, groups and communities to develop healthy functions within those settings
- Set goals for behavior modification planning
- Design plans to address immediate dangers or threats
- Determine Long-Term treatment if applicable
- Monitor specific behaviors that disrupt, exclude or otherwise negatively impact the client in the following locations: Public and Private Health Agencies or Counseling Centers that engage in
- Referrals submitted to Psychological experts if applicable
- Provided Applied Behavior Analysis Techniques.
Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Specialist
VICTORY YOUTH COUNSELING
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Case Manager II
- Assists doctors and nurses with the treatment of patients with behavioral problems such as:
- Substance Abuse, Post-traumatic stress disorder, mental instability, Physical and Emotional abuse.
- Implemented individual treatment plans and recorded patient behaviors
- Provided a safe and supportive environment for patients
- Technician support for recording patient medications and assisting in daily activities.
- Provide resources for the clients and the families.
Residential Counselor for individuals with Autism and Asperger syndrome
CAMELOT
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Coordinated different resident activities such as:
- Solving social and interpersonal communication abilities
- Coordinating Educational and Recreational events
- Assigned and Managed Living Arrangements
- Planned groups and individuals programs
- General resident treatment and care as well as re-ordering facility supplies or provisions
Direct Care Staff
WESTVIEW LIVING CENTER
01.2010 - 01.2010
- Personal Assistance or Supervision of individuals in self-care with activities such as:
- Complicated activities that are instrumental for daily living.
Mental Health Technician
PARKSIDE PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Physician Instructions and Hospital procedures followed to care for mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed individuals
- Monitored patients' physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff.
- Rehabilitation and treatment program compliance assistance.
- Organized and facilitated structured Groups.
- Supervising staff and created daily schedules and programs.
Mental Health Technician
SHADOW MOUNTAIN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Planned, directed, and coordinated medically-approved recreation programs for facility patients
- Assessed patient’s condition and recommend appropriate recreational activity
- Assisted mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients according to medical instructions
- Organized and facilitated structured Groups.
Education
Master of Science - Rehabilitation Counseling LPC Candidate
Langston University
Tulsa, OK05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Langston University
Langston, OK05.2010
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Project management
- Operations management
- Business management
- Business planning
- Strategic planning
- Staff management
Affiliations
- Chi Sigma Iota Member
- Delta Sigma Theta Member
- Order of Eastern Star Member
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
New Beginnings Counseling Agency
04.2022 - 07.2023
Childcare Owner/ Director
Kidz Uprizing Childcare
01.2021 - Current
Mental Health Therapist
Betty Jackson Counseling Services
02.2020 - 02.2022
Child Welfare Specialist- Drug Court Unit
Department of Human Services
01.2017 - 04.2020
Mental Health Worker
Sacramento County Mental Health Treatment Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
Behavioral Interventionist II
CENTRAL VALLEY AUTISM PROJECT
01.2015 - 01.2016
Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Specialist
VICTORY YOUTH COUNSELING
01.2012 - 01.2014
Residential Counselor for individuals with Autism and Asperger syndrome
CAMELOT
01.2010 - 01.2013
Direct Care Staff
WESTVIEW LIVING CENTER
01.2010 - 01.2010
Mental Health Technician
SHADOW MOUNTAIN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
01.2008 - 01.2009
Mental Health Technician
PARKSIDE PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
01.2007 - 01.2010
Master of Science - Rehabilitation Counseling LPC Candidate
Langston University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Langston University
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