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Kelly White

Buffalo,NY

Summary

Solutions-oriented Mental Health Counselor successful at managing multiple priorities while maintaining strong work ethic and exhibiting positive attitude. Offering 7 year background implementing effective treatment plans and providing exceptional care for children, adolescents and families 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 DBT.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Best Self Behavioral Health
06.2021 - Current
  • Conducted assessments and screenings to assist in providing culturally competent on-going individual and family psychotherapy.
  • Improved client outcomes by providing comprehensive mental health assessments and individualized treatment plans.
  • Provide individuals with the resources they need to reach personal goals, and monitored client progress to modify treatment plans as needed.
  • Coordinated with social and medical agencies, healthcare providers and community outreach programs to provide clients with needed services.
  • Provided supervision to interns and trainees, offering guidance on intervention strategies and ethical considerations in practice.
  • Continually expanded knowledge of therapeutic interventions by attending professional development workshops, conferences, and trainings.

School Based Clinician

Endeavor Mental Health
10.2018 - 06.2021
  • Conducted assessments and screenings to assist me in providing culturally competent on-going individual and family psychotherapy.
  • Facilitated linkages and referrals with families and community-based programs, readily available to assist with any student or staff in crisis and provided brief interactions with students or groups of students during school days.
  • Offered consultation and technical assistance meetings to all educational staff. Maintained charts and documented all interactions with clients using Cerner.
  • Organized peer mediation programs to promote conflict resolution skills among students within the school setting.
  • Facilitated professional development workshops for teachers on topics such as classroom management strategies and supporting students with mental health challenges.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular consultation with teachers and school administrators.
  • Maintained accurate records of counseling sessions, treatment goals, progress reports, and other pertinent documentation in compliance with ethical guidelines and district policies.

Social Learning Specialist

Center For Youth; Kenmore-Tonawanda School Dist
10.2016 - 06.2018
  • Counseling students that are in the Alternative to Suspension/ In School Suspension Program (ISS).
  • Planning and conducting workshops geared toward addressing behaviors resulting in placement in ISS in hopes of preventing return to the ISS classroom.
  • Speaking to students about subjects such as ownership, respect, and dealing with anxiety.
  • Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Medaille College, United States
Buffalo, NY
05.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Medaille College
Buffalo, NY
05.2015

Skills

  • Child and Adolescent Counseling
  • Excellent Communication
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Multicultural Competence

Timeline

Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Best Self Behavioral Health
06.2021 - Current

School Based Clinician

Endeavor Mental Health
10.2018 - 06.2021

Social Learning Specialist

Center For Youth; Kenmore-Tonawanda School Dist
10.2016 - 06.2018

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Medaille College, United States

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Medaille College

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