Jessica Dirickson
Weatherford,TX
Summary
Hardworking person focused on completing work quickly to consistently exceed targets. Reliable team member accustomed to taking on challenging tasks. Dedicated to business success. Skilled team player with strong background in stressful environments. Works well independently to handle assignments and always ready to go beyond basics assignments. Quick learner with good computer abilities. Dedicated clinical therapy professional focused on improving patient wellbeing through compassionate and knowledgeable support. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities with a dedicated and detail-oriented mentality. Licensed in Texas. Adept at getting to the root of problems and helping patients develop effective coping skills for different life situations, triggers and traumas. Well-versed in collaborating with teams of practitioners to positively impact patient lives with a comprehensive approach.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist
Fort Worth Behavioral
Fort Worth, TX
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or diagnoses.
- Communicated with school personnel, probation officers, psychiatrists, and other professionals regarding client progress.
- Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
- Maintained accurate records of clinical activity in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Educated clients on evidence-based treatments to enhance their understanding of the therapeutic process.
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.
- Utilized a variety of techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices during sessions.
- Monitored client's progress throughout the course of therapy by tracking goals set in treatment plan.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for each client.
- Provided psychoeducational on topics such as stress management, anger management, parenting skills.
- Participated in regular case reviews with other clinicians to discuss client progress.
- Adhered to ethical standards outlined by professional organizations such as APA or ACA.
- Documented all interactions with clients according to agency policy and procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided crisis support.
- Utilized emerging Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy and Narrative Therapy as treatment approaches.
- Facilitated weekly group with up to ten to twenty clients focusing on meditation.
- Documented staff information, service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.
- Wrote comprehensive goals and patient treatment plans.
- Collected information necessary for psychological diagnosis by interviewing, observing and surveying patients.
- Developed individual courses of treatment for each patient by evaluating goals, mental health and practical conditions.
- Talked with family members during period when patients could not self-advocate.
- Evaluated clients' interests, abilities and needs alongside clinical presentations to develop targeted treatment plans.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
- Identified environmental factors that may be contributing to client's symptoms and collaborated with them to create an action plan for change.
Therapist
Fort Worth Recovery
Fort Worth, TX
09.2023 - 09.2023
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or diagnoses.
- Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
- Maintained accurate records of clinical activity in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Educated clients on evidence-based treatments to enhance their understanding of the therapeutic process.
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.
Therapist
RiverWalk Ranch
Mansfield, TX
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Provided psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or diagnoses.
- Communicated with school personnel, probation officers, psychiatrists, and other professionals regarding client progress.
- Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
- Maintained accurate records of clinical activity in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Developed individualized therapeutic interventions based on diagnosis and best practices in the field of mental health counseling.
- Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
- Improved clients' compliance with treatment plans by advising on options and benefits.
Behavior Technician
Giggles
River Oaks, TX
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided direct behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
- Conducted functional assessments, collected data, and implemented behavior plans based on assessments.
- Instructed clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Assisted in the development of communication systems using visual supports such as picture exchange systems.
- Engaged in professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on teaching appropriate behavior modification techniques.
- Implemented evidence-based practices such as discrete trial teaching and natural environment teaching.
- Monitored client's progress towards identified goals through data collection and analysis.
- Observed clients during both structured and unstructured activities to identify potential areas for improvement or reinforcement.
- Supported clients in developing self-help skills such as dressing, toileting, eating independently .
- Facilitated social interactions between peers by providing verbal prompts or physical guidance when necessary.
- Encouraged positive behavior by providing rewards or praise for desired behaviors.
- Applied proven strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
- Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
- Collected and analyzed data and monitored progress and efficacy of individualized treatment plans.
- Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
- Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
Clinical Internship
Clearfork Academy
Azle, TX
09.2021 - 02.2022
- At Clearfork Academy I done my clinical internship here, at this site I was able to do counseling sessions both for mental illness and substance use disorder in young male adolescents
- I also done biopsychosocial assessments, clinical discharge, and process groups with the clients
- I am also familiar with individual notes, group notes and how to work the sites clinical system
- I am also familiar with doing case management work as well.
Power Washer
Metroplex Dealer Services
Lewisville, TX
02.2019 - 02.2022
- This job requires you to go to different car lots and power wash and chamois all of their vehicles on their property
- Cleaned service areas regularly to maintain customer-ready appearance
- Washed, waxed, and buffed exterior of vehicles
- Inspected quality of work performed to customer satisfaction
- Created strong relationships by promptly answering questions, following up after service appointments, and implementing customer incentive program
- Collaborated with co-workers to complete various tasks to customer satisfaction
- Operated and maintained high-pressure water hoses, steam cleaners, and chemical cleaning tanks
- Checked individual parts for cleanliness, damage and issues with operating standards that could harm users or cause environmental problems
- Inspected equipment, parts, and vehicles for cleanliness and damage
- Maintained good working relationship with co-workers and management
- Required minimal oversight to complete job tasks, meeting all deadlines and goals.
Owner/Operator
Messie Jessie's Cleaning Services
Bowie, TX
03.2017 - 02.2019
- I went into customers personal homes or businesses and cleaned them
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation of bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas including scrubbing, mopping, vacuuming, polishing, dusting, windows and using germicides
- Dusted and wiped light fixtures, windowsills, and baseboards
- Replaced linens and sanitized blankets, bedsheets, and pillow covers
- Promoted positive guest relations through prompt, courteous, and efficient service while maintaining an upscale atmosphere meeting specifications and establishing standards
- Ensured zero damage or disarray in cleaned areas
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming
- Implemented business development strategy focused on social media branding and launching an email marketing campaign, attracting new customers and expanding market penetration
- Met with prospective clients to present company offerings, discuss products, and showcase service solutions
- Created culture focused on customer service and satisfaction, resulting in improved customer loyalty and retention.
Personal Care Aide
Girlings Personal Care
Fort Worth, TX
04.2016 - 07.2017
- Provided physical and emotional support to patients and families, while delivering services to patients with terminal conditions
- Transported clients to doctor's offices and grocery stores
- Followed agency policy and procedures in administering care to clients
- Assisted clients with bathing and dressing to promote good personal hygiene
- Provided companionship throughout day, engaging clients in conversation and activities
- Performed routine housekeeping, including making beds, doing dishes, and sweeping
- Cooked meals based on nutritional requirements and special diets
- Observed self-administration of medications to adhere to medication regimen
- Maintained safe and clean patient environment
- Assisted clients with maintaining personal connections by gathering information and typing up their correspondence
- Cleaned and organized living spaces to provide each person with the best environment for health and wellness
- Helped clients learn how to take care of themselves by working with their disabilities to find new ways of completing common tasks
- Conferred with multidisciplinary team to deliver optimal care for each client based on individual factors like physical abilities and specific limitations
- Managed the client's daily living needs such as shopping, organizing medicines and transporting them to their medical appointments
- Cooked healthy, balanced meals and snacks to meet the individual client's dietary needs
- Advised clients on proper self-care, personal hygiene and other important topics affecting their personal wellbeing.
Front Desk Clerk
Best Western
Bowie, TX
06.2013 - 04.2016
- Upsold hotel facilities and services to drive revenue
- Registered and assigned rooms to guests, provided room keys, received messages, and maintained accounts
- Advised housekeeping staff of vacated rooms ready for cleaning
- Posted charges for rooms, food, liquor, or telephone calls to account ledgers
- Presented statements and transacted payments from departing guests
- Managed complaints, handled disputes, and resolved conflicts
- Answered inquiries about hotel services travel directions, nearby shopping, restaurants, and entertainment venues
- Confirmed group reservations and arranged personal services for preferred customers and attendees of special events
- Resolved problems with rooms by contacting housekeeping and maintenance to address issues
- Collected credit card information for each transaction and posted charges to customer folios
- Greeted guests on arrival and arranged for luggage to be taken to assigned rooms
- Managed guest reservations and room assignments
- Registered guests, promoted hotel services, and upsold guest rooms
- Supported guests in receiving requested assistance with resolving problems
- Represented brand by upholding hotel's high standards of quality and service
- Coordinated with housekeeping or maintenance departments to help resolve room problems
- Assisted customers in obtaining available hotel services
- Reviewed accounts and charges with guests at checkout.
Education
M.D. - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavioral Science
Ashford University
03.2019
Skills
- Maintain equipment
- Creative thinking
- Customer relations
- Multitasking
- Verbal communication
- Motivation
- Prioritization
- Addiction Counseling
- Individual / Group Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Case Management
- Group Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Autism Experience
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Mental Health Counseling
- Behavioral Health
- Behavior Management
- Intervention Planning
- One-On-One Support
- Client Relations
- Crisis Intervention
- Documentation Requirements
- One-On-One Sessions
- Family Therapy
- Progress Evaluations
- Electronic Charting
- Group Facilitation
- Building Rapport
- Progress Assessment
- Patient Documentation
- Referral Coordination
- Compliance Requirements
- Client Confidentiality
- Treatment Planning
Certification
LCDC-I, 60468, 07/2022, Present
Additional Information - References
- John Sexton, Manager at Metroplex Dealer Services, 469-684-7258, work
- Lori Stapelton, Owner of Metroplex Dealer Services, 214-929-8871, work
- Darlene Geis, Manager at Best Western, 940-366-3757, personal/work
- Tammy Arnold-Bull, Therapist, 682-583-5363
Timeline
Therapist
Fort Worth Behavioral
09.2023 - 01.2024
Therapist
Fort Worth Recovery
09.2023 - 09.2023
Therapist
RiverWalk Ranch
04.2023 - 09.2023
Behavior Technician
Giggles
03.2022 - 04.2023
Clinical Internship
Clearfork Academy
09.2021 - 02.2022
Power Washer
Metroplex Dealer Services
02.2019 - 02.2022
Owner/Operator
Messie Jessie's Cleaning Services
03.2017 - 02.2019
Personal Care Aide
Girlings Personal Care
04.2016 - 07.2017
Front Desk Clerk
Best Western
06.2013 - 04.2016
M.D. - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavioral Science
Ashford University