Karie C. Leitch

December 2024 – Present

• Work with clients across all age groups, including adolescents, adults, and older adults, addressing a range of behavioral health and substance use issues
• Facilitate structured therapeutic groups utilizing the Target curriculum, substance use education, and mental health processing topics
• Conduct individual (1:1) counseling sessions to support clients' treatment goals and recovery progress
• Complete collateral contacts with outside providers and support systems as part of integrated care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation for both group and individual sessions in accordance with professional standards

• Admitted and oriented patients and families to the program
• Encouraged patient individuality and tested new behaviors
• Facilitated mental health awareness groups
• Utilized behavior modification and effective communication strategies
• Implemented crisis prevention techniques when necessary, including de-escalation procedures.

• Trained and coached adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities
• Developed and implemented program plans
• Managed scheduling and service documentation

• Maintained accuracy in client records and submitted reports punctually.
• Facilitated client participation in medical appointments and community events.
• Advised clients on home strategies to manage challenging behaviors stemming from stressors.
• Assisted individuals with severe mental health disorders in accessing public assistance programs.
• Supported clients in enrolling for resources, including SNAP, Medicaid, and WIC.