Kamilah Fonza
Mental Health Counselor
Atlanta,Georgia
Summary
Solutions-oriented Mental Health Counselor successful at managing multiple priorities while maintaining strong work ethic and exhibiting positive attitude. Offering 5-year background implementing effective treatment plans and providing exceptional care for children, adolescents and adults suffering from mental and emotional health illnesses. Expertise in crisis intervention and treatment analysis and planning. Collaborative and team-oriented professional quickly establishes trust and rapport with patients. Certified in Victim Assistance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mental Health Counselor
Catholic Charities Atlanta-Arch Diocese of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
01.2020 - Current
- Served on the Atlanta Regional Commission’s Aging & Behavioral Healthcare team to advocate and develop strategic plans for effectively & efficiently addressing limitations access to resources
- Facilitated needs assessments and supported individuals & families in their journey through various systems
- Communicated and maintained accurate records and reports & entered data electronically
- Co-facilitated community outreach & resource networking meetings for truant’s alternative and optional education program environments
- Cultivated & maintained working relationships with Metro Atlanta area employers to facilitate employment
- Promoted within 12 months of exceeding assigned initiatives increasing teen participation, Conducts comprehensive intake and interim assessments for individual, group, and family counseling to children, adolescents, and/or adults
- Provides individual theory/counseling, family therapy, and group therapy/group support
- Conducts psychosocial evaluations for legal cases (including U-Visas) that directly result from victimization and/or other mental health concerns
- Consulted with and facilitated in-service training to diverse stakeholders
- Drafted & presented workshops, trainings, & community outreach strategies
- Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with clients
- Led counseling group to discuss topics such as eating disorders and relationship issues
- Employed methodologies such as cognitive behavioral therapy to assist patients
- Trained in victim's assistance, co-occurring disorders and effects of employment and housing issues on mental health
Employment Coordinator
Community Friendship Inc
Atlanta, GA
06.2017 - 01.2020
- Contacted target goal of twenty-four businesses monthly regarding jobs
- Conducted face to face job presentations
- Implemented extensive follow-up after job presentations & coordinated job interviews
- Planned and launched large-scale events that boosted employer participation by 30%
- Matched clients to open positions based on skills and work requirements
- Assisted senior management with making key decisions by developing and submitting performance and compensation reports with status updates and improvement recommendations
- Planned, monitored and appraised employee work results by training managers on ADA compliance
- Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts
Character & Leadership Director
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
04.2016 - 06.2017
- Surveyed over 180+ youth & teen members quarterly about their interests & abilities which the design of diversified activities & program to facilitate positive youth development
- Planned & organized weekly workshops & bimonthly enrichment activities based on academic, social, & emotional competencies
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Metro Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
03.2013 - 04.2016
- Offered incentive programs & character/leadership guidance opportunities to youth approved to complete DJJ diversion program attendance
- Conducted youth employment program candidate interviews
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting
- Helped set appropriate goals and plans to achieve targets
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL 06.2001 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL 01.1997 - 12.2000
Skills
Case management proficiency
Timeline
Mental Health Counselor
Catholic Charities Atlanta-Arch Diocese of Atlanta
01.2020 - Current
Employment Coordinator
Community Friendship Inc
06.2017 - 01.2020
Character & Leadership Director
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta
04.2016 - 06.2017
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Metro Atlanta
03.2013 - 04.2016
Master of Science - Social Work
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
06.2001 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
01.1997 - 12.2000
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