KHADIJAH COOPER
PLPC
Walker,LA
Summary
Respectful Counselor Intern with proven track record of helping clients improve mental health and well-being through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Skilled in selecting and utilizing appropriate treatment modalities and interventions to meet needs of individuals. Passionate about helping people manage mental health and improve quality of life.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Student Worker
Louisiana Office Of Technology Services
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2021 - Current
- Maintained excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guest, customers, and fellow teammates.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
CADA Prevention And Recovery Center
New Orleans, LA
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported clients by representing needs and advocating for patient rights in healthcare, legal and community-based settings.
- Provided referrals to connect clients with other community resources to support mental health and well-being.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
Mental Health Specialist
Abundant Behavioral Health
Slidell, LA
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Providing counseling and casework to clients
- Scheduled and made calls to clients
- Responsibilities include assessing patients status through interviewing or observations
- Will be required to provide crisis intervention services to patients who are in danger to themselves or others
- Monitored patient's treatment progress and kept track of his or her mental status
- Kept records of all patient interactions
Child Welfare Specialist Trainee
Children and Family Services, Tangipahoa Parish, Child Protective Services
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Conducted over 75 abuse and neglect investigations upon reports by law enforcement or anonymous reports
- Performed unannounced home visits interviewed children and made careful observations
- Identified and noted when reports appeared false
- Facilitated 13 custody’s for the State of Louisiana
- Made law enforcement reports when prosecution for abuse was warranted
- Investigated family placement options to ensure their safety
- Wrote reports and filed findings with the court system in dependency and neglect actions
- Helped parents’ access economic food utility treatment and parenting education resources
- Conducted face-to-face interviews with children, parents, in-home caregivers, school officials and other parties important to open cases in the community or school environment
- Responsible for engaging a child/family to investigate child safety, health and well-being
- Acted as an additional witness during in-home visits and scheduled follow ups
- Attended Tangipahoa Parish and St
- Helena Court proceedings involving cases investigated.
Relief Manager
Racetrac
Hammond, LA
12.2016 - 03.2019
- Supervised and trained up to 4 people at a time
- Stock inventory and check in stock with vendors
- Familiar with safe procedures, overnight, mid-shift, and morning shifts
- Delegated tasks needed to be done and developed lists for associates to follow
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University Of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 08.2013 - 05.2016
Master of Education - Counseling
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 08.2020 - 05.2023
Skills
Database entry
undefinedCertification
Psychological First Aid
Timeline
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
CADA Prevention And Recovery Center
04.2022 - 05.2023
IT Student Worker
Louisiana Office Of Technology Services
10.2021 - Current
Psychological First Aid
10-2021
Mental Health Specialist
Abundant Behavioral Health
03.2021 - 07.2021
Master of Education - Counseling
University of New Orleans
08.2020 - 05.2023
Child Welfare Specialist Trainee
Children and Family Services, Tangipahoa Parish, Child Protective Services
07.2019 - 08.2020
Relief Manager
Racetrac
12.2016 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University Of New Orleans
08.2013 - 05.2016
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