Kettisha Hodges
Quincy,USA
Summary
A dedicated and passionate Social Worker/Assistant Professor/Therapist with over 20 years of combined experience in academic and clinical settings. I wish to empower, impact, and educate others for personal and professional endeavors. I am committed to advancing the well-being of those around me and enhancing the quality of life.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Therapist
Optimal Change
05.2021 - Current
- Deliver high-quality integrated behavioral health services.
- Ensure optimal care for patients across all age groups and mental capacities.
- Maintain a collaborative approach to patient care.
- Precisely assess and address diverse patient needs through detailed biopsychosocial evaluations.
- Maintain accurate records of session and all interaction with patients.
- Maintain positive rapport with patients.
- Collaborate with other agencies to provide quality care and service.
- Fosters strong relationships, ensuring patient comfort and trust during therapy sessions.
Assistant Professor of Human Services
Quincy University
05.2018 - Current
- Promote open and interactive classroom environment
- Committed to helping each student grow and learn as academic scholars
- Offer quality education and expand student understanding
- Maintain positive rapport with students and colleagues
- Advise students on course preparation and career guidance
- Develop exams and study guides to assist with learning
- Utilize Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Therapist
Clarity Healthcare
04.2018 - 11.2022
- Utilize evidence-based practices with patients to ensure services.
- Conduct initial and annual assessments.
- Provide supervision to clinical staff (educational and professional).
- Ensure compliance with state standards and procedures.
- Created a safe counseling environment with emphasis on addiction counseling.
- Provide individual counseling for mental health, trauma, and crisis intervention.
Diagnostician
Hannibal Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
07.2012 - 03.2019
- Worked independently and on a team to provide quality client care.
- Ensured program remained in compliance with laws, regulations, and internal standards.
- Maintained some administrative functions of the program.
- Conducted assessments and diagnosis of mental health of clients and recommended appropriate level of care and services.
- Provided individual counseling for mental health, trauma, and crisis interventions.
Adjunct Professor
Hannibal-LaGrange University
07.2015 - 05.2017
- Instructed a diverse student body in various subjects.
- Developed innovative teaching methodologies.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance curriculum.
- Maintained active communication with students virtually and in person.
- Utilized verbal and written communication skills to inform students and colleagues.
Adjunct Professor
John Wood Community College
01.2013 - 05.2016
- Ensured students were meeting coursework objectives for the semester.
- Development of information to provide knowledge and educate on topic of study.
- Provided in-class and online classes.
- Utilized verbal and written communication skills to inform students and colleagues.
Program Director
Hannibal Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
02.2006 - 07.2012
- Promoted from Program Supervisor.
- Elevated program standards, achieving full compliance and enhancing service quality.
- Maintained administrative functions of the programs.
- Analyzed and streamlined administrative processes.
- Fostered a collaborative team environment to optimize program outcomes.
Education
Ph.D. - Clinical Forensic Psychology
Walden University
05.2017
Master of Science - Forensic Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, IL04.2014
Master of Social Work - Social Work
St. Louis University
St. Louis, MO01.2004
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Culver Stockton College
Canton, MO05.1999
Skills
- Project Management
- Public Speaking
- Adaptability
- Program Supervision
- Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Report and Documentation
- Culture Humility
- Skills Collaboration and Teamwork
- Initiative and Problem-Solving Abilities
- Conflict Resolution
- Emotional Intelligence
- Negotiation Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Client-centered approach
- Suicide risk assessment
- Professional ethics
- Motivational interviewing
- Mental health assessment
- Individual counseling
- Treatment plans
- Substance abuse treatment
- Trauma-informed care
- Teamwork
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
Affiliations
- National Association of Social Workers
- American Psychological Association
Certification
LCSW-Licensed Clinical Social Worker
CRAADC-Certified Reciprocal Alcohol and Drug Counselor
SAP-Substance Abuse Professional
Courses Taught
Adolescent Psychology
Child Psychology
Counseling Theories
Gerontology
Mass Shooters
Psychology and Law
Racial-Cultural Diversity
Substance Use Assessment and Intervention
Serial Killers
Social Policy
Publications
Hodges, K. (2025). Criminality, Risk, or Danger to Self or Others, and Client Motivation and Readiness to Change. Sprong, M, & Hollender, H., & Parker-Barnes, L., & Formigoni, M., & Sneed, Z. (Ed). The Substance Related Disorder Treatment and Rehabilitation. Kendall Hunt Publishing.
Conference Presentations
Substance Use-What's That. NASW (MO) Show-Me Annual Symposium. March 2017
Hoarding. Saints Avenue Regional CIT . December 2017
Hoarding. Missouri Crisis Intervention Team Conference. March 2019
Cultural Humility Within The Mental Health Profession . NASW Ohio Conference. November 2019
Anti-Oppression. NASW (MO) Show-Me Annual Symposium. March 2020
Timeline
Behavioral Health Therapist
Optimal Change
05.2021 - Current
Assistant Professor of Human Services
Quincy University
05.2018 - Current
Therapist
Clarity Healthcare
04.2018 - 11.2022
Adjunct Professor
Hannibal-LaGrange University
07.2015 - 05.2017
Adjunct Professor
John Wood Community College
01.2013 - 05.2016
Diagnostician
Hannibal Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
07.2012 - 03.2019
Program Director
Hannibal Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
02.2006 - 07.2012
Master of Science - Forensic Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Culver Stockton College
Ph.D. - Clinical Forensic Psychology
Walden University
Master of Social Work - Social Work
St. Louis University