Kevin McKenzie
Irmo,SC
Summary
Hard worker and is self-sufficient. Is able to accomplish task accurately and with efficiency.
Always gives 110% and is extremely resourceful.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Counselor
LRADAQ
02.2023 - Current
- Consulted with and trained highly skilled mental health and medical staff.
- Trained future psychologists on best practices, counseling techniques, assessment and consultation.
- Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
- Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from chronic pain disorders.
- Offered individual outpatient therapy to adult clients with wide range of psychological problems.
- Mitigated injuries and de-escalated life-threatening events through effective crisis intervention and coordination of emergency services.
- Treated various anxiety disorders, using exposure therapies such as in vivo, imaginal and virtual reality exposure.
- Established successful outreach programs to build strong working relationships with family practices, health and wellness staff members and management personnel.
- Conducted psychological assessments for adults and children to help address variety of clinical concerns and performed educational testing to inform courts of intelligence and personality assessment results.
- Maintained confidential records related to individual patient treatment using.
- Used imaging and relaxation techniques to develop strengthening and safe zones to facilitate processing of trauma.
Graduate Social Work Intern
Prisma Health
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Mediated between family members to facilitate conflict resolution and build healthy family relationships.
- Responded to crises and emergency situations to provide immediate assistance to persons in need.
- Documented services provided meticulously by keeping accurate records of activities, interactions and conversations.
- Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine most suitable needs and services.
Program Assistant - Grant Writing and Outreac Deve
The Courage Center
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Contact – Brock Sansbury 803-445-5457
- Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day and special program activities.
- Managed both digital and physical filing systems and retrieved documents as required.
- Prepared clearly written and formatted documents and reports.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Conducted research and analyzed data to inform program decisions.
- Drafted agendas, recorded minutes and generated documents to facilitate meetings.
- Conducted research to assist with routine tasks and special projects.
Lowcountry, house intern
Miranda Willard
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and appointments.
Education
MSW -
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC2023
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of South Carolina
Beaufort, SC05.2020
High school diploma -
Anson Senior High School
Wadesboro, NC05.2006
Skills
- Educated in intervention techniques with a concentration in individuals with a substance use disorder
- Being personable and open is a strength of mine It allows for open and honest communication
- Proficient in managing inventory
- Proficient in leading small teams through adverse issues
- Confident in skills while remaining coachable
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Cognitive Behavior Practices
- Research and Observation
- Group Therapy
- Patient Consultations
- Case Management Activities
- Patient Screening
- Impulse Control
- Oral and Writing Communication
- Relaxation Techniques
- Daily Progress Notes
- Best Practices and Standards
- Case Management
- Educational Strategies
- Staff Meetings
- Cognition Assessment
- Major Depression
- Social Work
- Emotional Disorders
- Breathing Techniques
- Emotional Support
- Google Docs
- Psychology and Sociology
- Psychological Testing
- Quality Improvement Initiatives
- Creative Thinking
- Recreational Activities
- Treatment Programs
- Mental Health Treatment
- Behavioral Interviewing
- Medication Identification
- Social Case Histories
- Crisis Intervention
- Integration Services
- Client Observations
- Basic Programming
- Electronic Charting
- Suicide Intervention
- Peer Review
- Behavior Analysis
- Treatment Recommendations
- Individual Service Plans
- Community Mental Health Programs
- Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
- Client Service
- Anxiety Assessment
- Behavior Modification
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Psychologist Collaboration
- Public Safety and Security
- Ongoing Assessments
- Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP)
- Diagnosis and Evaluations
- Group Activities
- Charting and Clinical Documentation
Accomplishments
- 643-5294 or email mirandawillard@hospicesc.com
- I would be happy to elaborate on more examples of Kevin’s skills and strengths if needed, as he will be a great asset to your agency
- Sincerely,
- Miranda Willard, LMSW
- Social Worker/Bereavement Coordinator
- Crescent Hospice 205-643-5294 mirandawillard@hospicesc.com
- To whom it may concern, I have had the pleasure of knowing Ben for 6 years and I can honestly say that he is a genuine, kind, and caring individual
- He is always willing to help others out and conducts himself with the utmost of integrity
- I’ve also had the pleasure of working along side of Ben as well
- He is always on time, prompt, and hard-working
- He puts his best foot forward everyday and is a great co-worker
- I believe that he will be a valuable asset no matter where he ends up
- If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at (803) 305-8117
- Warm regards,
- Chris Catalano
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- Kevin McKenzie
Timeline
Clinical Counselor
LRADAQ
02.2023 - Current
Graduate Social Work Intern
Prisma Health
08.2022 - 04.2023
Program Assistant - Grant Writing and Outreac Deve
The Courage Center
07.2021 - 12.2021
Lowcountry, house intern
Miranda Willard
04.2019 - 06.2021
MSW -
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of South Carolina
High school diploma -
Anson Senior High School
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