KIMBERLY TILLOTSON MCMANUS, LCSW

• Utilize CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, EMDR, Gottman Couples Therapy, Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, CBT, Trauma Informed, Culturally Competent, and Emotionally Focused Therapy interventions to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals
• Manage day-to-day business operations for private practice of 20-25 clients per week
• Provide evidence-based mental health treatment to adult individuals and couples
• Document assessments, treatment plans, and client progress in a timely manner

• 2013-2018: 1099 Independent Contractor Psychotherapist
• 2018-2020: Clinical Manager
• 2020-2021: Associate Clinical Director
• Provided individual and couples therapy to adults and in a supportive, non-judgmental, setting to promote personal and emotional growth
• Provided individual and group clinical supervision to employees and affiliates
• Assisted with Recruitment, Hiring, and Retention of Staff
• Provided clinical oversight to Clinical Managers and all clinical staff in 5 states
• Assisted with development and implementation of organizational procedures and policies
• Supported the establishment of a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion DEI) Team and actively promoted the development and integration of DEI initiatives, policies, and practices within the organization

• Telephonically assisted callers by providing personalized guidance on issues regarding behavioral and emotional health, family, wellness, or other personal matters
• Conducted comprehensive telephonic clinical intakes and assessments
• Provided crisis assessment and stabilization to clients
• Facilitated holistic consultations and provided access to essential resources
• Maintained complete and accurate documentation in a timely manner

• Oversaw clinical services for individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders living in a supportive housing program
• Developed and maintained strong interdisciplinary team collaboration to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Directed crisis intervention services when necessary; provided support during critical incidents, and ensured the well-being of all involved parties.

• Responsible for clinical and administrative oversight of agency homeless programs funded through DFSS, HUD, PATH and grant funding
• Provided supervision, support, and direction for program managers and clinical staff
• Facilitated in-service trainings to staff regarding current policies and procedures
• Coordinated program trainings to staff on current policies and procedures
• Facilitated hiring of qualified mental health therapists by interview applicants and making recommendations for employment

• School Social Worker, until being promoted within four years to Clinical Manager
• Provided supervision to all clinical and behavioral staff in therapeutic day school setting
• Collaborated with school principal to ensure cohesion between educational/clinical staff
• Maintained direct caseload of students for individual services
• Provided individual and group social work services to Chicago Public School and suburban students needing specialized educational services
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to develop and review IEP's, behavior intervention plans and classroom management strategies
• Taught social and emotional management skills to students with severe behavioral issues, cognitive impairments, and students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Provided crisis intervention as needed
• Supported parent/guardians of students and facilitated referrals to community resources.

June 1994-August 1995: Adolescent Social Worker- Illinois Masonic Children's Home, LaGrange, IL

August 1995-May 2000: Adolescent Residential Therapist/Clinical Manager - Aunt Martha's Youth Services, Chicago Heights, IL

May 2000-June 2005: Guidance Consultant/Team Leader - ComPsych Guidance Resources, Chicago, IL