Kia M Hunter
Philadelphia,Pennsylvania
Summary
Behavioral Health professional with 15+ years of experience in counseling, mental health assessments, and program development. Successful in leading group and individual therapy sessions, providing coaching/mentoring, and maintaining quality standards. Expert in utilizing time management, team leadership, and effective communication to meet organizational goals and patient needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Outpatient Therapist
Elwyn Behavioral Health
01.2024 - Current
- Provide clinical diagnostic and counseling therapy for individuals based mental health assessments and treatment plans at 45%
- Implement evidence base treatment services to help prevent and reduce any self-destructive behaviors, using (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing) with a 40% improvement in behaviors.
- Deliver psychoeducation to patients and providing information regarding mental health, emotional disorders, or behavioral health 80%
- Assess, diagnose, and treat emotional and mental health disorders of individuals through observation, interview and psychological testing
Behavioral Consultant Therapist
Family Therapy and Consulting Services
04.2022 - Current
- Provide intensive therapeutic services consisting of individual therapy and parents or caregiver's therapy 20%
- Assist with crisis stabilization and with addressing problems the child, youth or young adult has encountered 20%
- Establishes a relationship of trust and respect with staff, clients, and parents
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely completion of assessments, treatment plans and progress reports in accordance with professional standards
- Improved behavioral outcomes by implementing evidence-based interventions and strategies at 60%
Behavioral Health Program Therapist (PRN)
Mirmont Treatment Center
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Deliver diagnostic assessments, therapy, counseling, and support services to 20+ adults and adolescents in safe and stable environment
- Host mental health/SUD groups as well as conduct individual sessions to teach coping strategies for co-occurring disorders at 30%
- Utilize CBT, DBT, and MI tools to draw connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions by increasing awareness and daily impact on recovery
- Conduct initial and ongoing assessment of patient needs to ensure proper level of care and crisis mitigation 15%
Behavioral Consultant/Crisis Interventionist
Philadelphia Health Management Corporation
01.2017 - 08.2021
- Implemented comprehensive treatment plans to meet client needs through concise goal setting, establishment of clear objectives, and targeted interventions 70%
- Maintained case load of 50 patients and utilized assessments and medication management to modify behaviors and mitigate mental health concerns
- Documented client behavior to create treatment plans and guide counseling sessions at 60%
- Presented appropriate resources to clients to assist in development of self-care and improved mental health at 20%
Behavioral Specialist Consultant
Progressions, Inc.
05.2012 - 01.2017
- Collaborated with colleagues to design new programs, policies, and systems to advance treatment capabilities, patient care standards, and business operations by 85%
- Conducted in-depth training and performance evaluations for team of 15 staff to ensure adherence to organizational standards
- Recommended additional client services, which increased referral rate by 45% and achieved client satisfaction rating of 90%
- Analyzed client needs and determined optimal insurance for all medical requirements, thus reducing treatment delays by and increasing payouts by 30%.
Behavioral Specialist Consultant
Philadelphia Mental Health Center
10.2007 - 07.2012
- Provided guidance on business operations, delivery of quality care, and service development for client treating an average of 16 weekly patients
- Facilitated execution of critical assessments and monitoring services for 30+ clients
- Established training and mentorship for five-member support staff, resulting in improved service performance and client satisfaction rating of 95%.
- Served as a liaison between clients, families, schools, and other service providers to optimize collaboration in support of clients'' success.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Stayer University
Herndon, VA05.2017
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology And Human Relations
Villanova University
Villanova, PA05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Administration Of Justice
Pennsylvania State University
Abington, PA12.2000
Skills
- Social Perceptiveness
- Self-Directed
- Recordkeeping
- Cultural Awareness
- Problem Resolution
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Timeline
Outpatient Therapist
Elwyn Behavioral Health
01.2024 - Current
Behavioral Consultant Therapist
Family Therapy and Consulting Services
04.2022 - Current
Behavioral Health Program Therapist (PRN)
Mirmont Treatment Center
11.2021 - 07.2022
Behavioral Consultant/Crisis Interventionist
Philadelphia Health Management Corporation
01.2017 - 08.2021
Behavioral Specialist Consultant
Progressions, Inc.
05.2012 - 01.2017
Behavioral Specialist Consultant
Philadelphia Mental Health Center
10.2007 - 07.2012
MBA - Business Administration
Stayer University
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology And Human Relations
Villanova University
Bachelor of Science - Administration Of Justice
Pennsylvania State University
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