Jivan S. May
Brandywine,MD
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Therapist II
INOVA
05.2023 - Current
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and timely communication with relevant stakeholders.
- Delivered culturally sensitive counseling services, fostering inclusivity and respect within diverse client populations.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, effectively addressing acute emotional distress and preventing harm to self or others.
- Continuously updated knowledge of emerging research and best practices in the field of psychotherapy, ensuring delivery of cutting-edge care to clients.
Psychotherapist
Teladocs
02.2021 - Current
- Document clients' progress in confidential files.
- Perform client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Guide clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Utilize CBT to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
- Document all patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
- Maintain and update patient records, including changes in service plans, treatment reports and progress.
Residential Relief Counselor
Fairfax County Government
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Worked as part of an interdisciplinary team to promote quality of life for people receiving mental health and substance use disorder treatment in residential facilities;
- Performed a wide range of counseling and therapeutic tasks such as supporting client admissions, psychoeducational/processing groups, mental health skill building, independent living skill building, mental health and substance use recovery development;
- Assessed clients' behavior, moods and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Medical Staffing Solutions
11.2017 - 10.2018
- Provided screenings, clinical assessments, case management, consultation, referral and education. Provided services as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team to active duty soldiers who were experiencing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and other diagnostic concerns.
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
- Provided ongoing counseling to help patients deal with conditions and processes.
Residential Detox Counselor
City Of Alexandria Community Services Board
06.2007 - 10.2017
- Duties included personal assistance, counseling and education to chemically dependent and acutely inebriated consumers while undergoing withdrawal ;
- conducted screening interviews and assessed the appropriateness of potential consumers for treatment programs and provided information and referrals as indicated.
Therapist
City Of Alexandria Community Services Board
09.2002 - 07.2007
- Duties included case management services to seriously mentally ill and those with co-occurring disorders in the community;
- Provided intensive services such as individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, problem solving and advocacy as needed.
- Completed all applicable assessment documents to develop Individual Service Plans ;
- Responsible for quarterly reports, progress notes and annual updates;
- Maintained clinical records following all applicable licensing and Medicaid regulations.
Outpatient Therapist
City Of Alexandria Community Services Board
03.2000 - 06.2002
- Provided evidence-based individual and group psychotherapy with adults
- In collaboration with the client, formulated treatment plans in accordance with the clients’ strengths, preferences, and needs
- Provided diagnostic assessments and referral services
- Provided crisis intervention services, as needed
- Provided care coordination or case management services for clients who present with multi-service needs and co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
- Documented clinical work in the Electronic Health Record in accordance with State, City, Departmental and Federal requirements.
Education
MSW - Social Work
Howard University
Washington, DCBachelors of Science - Psychology
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VaSkills
- Psychiatric population
- Biopsychosocial assessment
- Treatment planning
- Clinical documentation
- Co-occurring disorders
- ASAM Criteria
- LCSW(VA) LICSW(MD)
- Psychosocial assessment
- Patient documentation
- Building rapport
- Consultations
Timeline
Behavioral Health Therapist II
INOVA
05.2023 - Current
Psychotherapist
Teladocs
02.2021 - Current
Residential Relief Counselor
Fairfax County Government
10.2019 - 06.2021
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Medical Staffing Solutions
11.2017 - 10.2018
Residential Detox Counselor
City Of Alexandria Community Services Board
06.2007 - 10.2017
Therapist
City Of Alexandria Community Services Board
09.2002 - 07.2007
Outpatient Therapist
City Of Alexandria Community Services Board
03.2000 - 06.2002
MSW - Social Work
Howard University
Bachelors of Science - Psychology
Old Dominion University