Kathleen Spatuzzi

• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients with complex needs, ensuring comprehensive support was provided across all domains of life functioning.
• Assessed patients, determined needs, and managed care.
• Enhanced team collaboration through regular staff meetings, case conferences, and training sessions.
• Responded to crisis situations with calm and professional approach to optimize support.
• Served as a liaison between clinical staff and administration to address concerns and optimize workflows.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and clinical interventions.
• Lead and directed team of [Number] clinical personnel and support staff.
• Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting regular audits of clinical records and procedures.
• Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely assessments, treatment planning, and progress monitoring.
• Implemented performance improvement initiatives focused on enhancing client experience and service quality.
• Provided supervision to therapists in training, offering guidance and feedback on their professional development journey.

• Collaborated with physicians to determine effective combination of therapy and medical treatments for patients in recovery.
• Enhanced patient recovery by developing and implementing tailored treatment plans for each individual.
• Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, quickly responding to emergencies and connecting clients with appropriate resources.
• Developed customized aftercare plans for discharged clients, ensuring they had access to ongoing support services upon completion of formal treatment programs.
• Led individual and group counseling sessions to meet variety of therapeutic needs for recovering individuals.
• Developed patient care plans and documented progress toward goals.
• Offered professional, respectful therapy to addicted individuals in [Typetreatm facility.
• Developed professional relationships with referring agencies to improve communication related to intakes and to increase business for facility.
• Established strong rapport with clients through active listening techniques and empathy, creating an environment conducive to healing.
• Coordinated with other healthcare providers to facilitate seamless transitions between levels of care for clients during their recovery journey.
• Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting open communication among participants and fostering a supportive environment.
• Improved client retention rates by providing empathetic support and guidance throughout the recovery process.

Interview participants and determine need fo services or intervention. Conducted psychosocial evaluations and prepared reports. Screened and approved all intervention, counseling, psychotherapeutic and treatment plans. Developed and maintained links with community agencies, mental health providers, and addiction counseling services. Reviewed case files and client progress in order to make recommendations to the judge. Reviewed participants progress and determined effectiveness of treatment options. Active member in developing Mental Health Court in Oneida County. Prepared and assisted in development of federal grant applications and annual budgets. Monitored, prepared, and submitted accurate reports in accordance with federal grant funding requirements. Supervised and reviewed work of case managers and other staff located in problem solving courts