JENNIFER PEMBER
Palm Coast,FL
Summary
Bringing expertise in substance use counseling and clinical assessment to support client wellness and resilience. Skilled in developing tailored counseling plans and maintaining confidentiality in client progress records. Adaptable and flexible, with a focus on promoting positive change through recognition of negative thinking patterns. Proven clinical case manager and counselor at SMA Healthcare. Dedicated professional, well versed in providing compassionate patient centered care for adults.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
MASTER’S LEVEL CLINICIAN FOR FLAGLER CO. JAIL
EPIC BEHAVIORAL
BUNNELL, FL
03.2026
- Treating incarcerated clients for co-occurring and mental Health and substance use disorders
- Complete individual and group therapy
- Responsible for biopsychosocial assessments and treatment planning and development and transition
- Clinical documentation such as DLA-20, FASAMS, ASAMS, PHQ9
- Work with clients in educating clients about their disorder
Masters Level Clinician
SMA Healthcare
Daytona Beach, FL
07.2026 - Current
- Provided patients with detailed information about symptoms, causes and treatment expectations.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from various diseases and issues.
- Developed tailored treatment plans to address the unique needs of each patient and promote optimal recovery.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and interventions.
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments to identify client needs, risks, and appropriate behavioral health services.
- Developed individualized treatment plans aligned with clinical goals and evidence-based interventions.
MASTER’S LEVEL CLINICIAN FOR (ERC)
EPIC RESIDENTIAL CENTER
03.2026 - Current
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments to support individualized behavioral health treatment planning.
- Delivered counseling sessions using evidence-based interventions aligned with client needs.
- Documented progress notes, treatment updates, and clinical observations with accuracy and timeliness.
- Facilitated crisis intervention support while maintaining calm, professional communication.
- Educated clients and families on coping strategies, treatment adherence, and community resources.
Master Level Clinician
Epic Behavioral Healthcare
Saint Augustine, FL
03.2026 - 07.2026
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments to identify client needs, risks, and appropriate behavioral health services.
- Developed individualized treatment plans aligned with clinical goals and evidence-based interventions.
- Delivered individual and group counseling using trauma-informed, client-centered therapeutic approaches.
- Documented progress notes, treatment updates, and discharge summaries in compliance with clinical standards.
SUBSTANCE USE COUNSELOR
SMA HEALTHCARE
PALATKA, FL
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Meet with clients to assess their substance issues, intake and assessments, FASAMS and ASAM
- Write treatment Plan and recovery plans
- Identify recovery interference situations
- Educate clients on coping mechanisms and relapse prevention
- Family Intensive Treatment Team (FITT) counselor to help parents recover and reunify them with their children
- DLA-20, Columbia suicide screening, and ITP, MTP, TPR
- 90-minute sessions 2X per week, AA/NA meetings and engaged in full recovery process
Operation Supervisor for Behavioral Health Technician
SMA Healthcare
Palatka, FL
11.2020 - 08.2023
- Observed and influenced patients' behavior by teaching, counseling, and befriending.
- Followed treatment plan goals and interventions by utilizing sound judgment and seeking out appropriate consultation.
- Supported and assisted individuals with skills training in all activities of daily living.
- Escorted patients to medical appointments.
- I attended team meetings with supervisor and family to discuss patient and progress.
- Kept patient files confidential and secure from unauthorized access to maintain privacy.
- Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to create and implement behavior treatment plans.
- Contacted patients' relatives to arrange family conferences.
Education
Master of Sciences - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ, US10-2024
Skills
- Mental Health Counseling
- Clinical Assessment
- Self-Care and Resilience
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Clinical documentation
- Therapeutic techniques
- Behavioral interventions
- HIPAA
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
Awards & Honors
Dean's list multiple times
Personal Information
Title: SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR
Timeline
Masters Level Clinician
SMA Healthcare
07.2026 - Current
Master Level Clinician
Epic Behavioral Healthcare
03.2026 - 07.2026
MASTER’S LEVEL CLINICIAN FOR FLAGLER CO. JAIL
EPIC BEHAVIORAL
03.2026
MASTER’S LEVEL CLINICIAN FOR (ERC)
EPIC RESIDENTIAL CENTER
03.2026 - Current
SUBSTANCE USE COUNSELOR
SMA HEALTHCARE
08.2024 - 06.2025
Operation Supervisor for Behavioral Health Technician
SMA Healthcare
11.2020 - 08.2023
Master of Sciences - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University