Kirshika George
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Skillful, empathetic and compassionate (LPC) Licensed Counselor, seeking a similar role in an environment where I can continue growth and contribute success of the organization offering expertise in cognitive and rational emotive therapy for behavioral dysfunctions along with proven rapport building and counseling skills. I am Passionate about human and behavior services while being committed to providing the highest level of care to those in need. Exceptionally talented at building rapport with different patient groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
O'Brien House
08.2018 - Current
- Responsibilities include: Provided person centered therapeutic intervention in group setting to Substance Use Disorder clients
- Processed clinical case records, psychosocial, individual and group notes
- Conducted risk assessments of new and assigned clients
- Attended weekly supervision and case conference meetings to assess the progress of the client's development
- Adhere to policies indicative to the standards of confidently and safety of the clients
- Provided individual and group counseling services
- Provided individual and group psychotherapy for substance abuse and related mental health issues
- Referring to the clients, or families to community resources available for treatment or housing
- Monitoring, evaluating, and recording client progress with that of treatment goals
- Utilization review on my caseload
- Updated treatment plans as needed
- Individual therapy weekly with clients.
- Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
- Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Reduced substance abuse relapse rates by implementing evidence-based counseling strategies and treatment plans.
Clinician PRN
Seaside HealthCare
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Responsibilities include: Conducted assessments
- Facilitated group
- Conducted suicide risk assessments
- Discharge planning
- Individual therapy.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed, ensuring immediate safety measures were in place for at-risk patients.
- Delivered high-quality patient care by conducting thorough assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing ongoing therapeutic support.
- Advocated for patients within the healthcare system to ensure access to appropriate resources and services when needed.
- Developed tailored treatment plans to address the unique needs of each patient and promote optimal recovery.
Mental Health Professional /MST Therapist
Novice House of Baton Rouge
01.2017 - 08.2021
- Responsibilities include: Counseling with emphasis on prevention, working with individuals ages 5-17 and groups to promote optimum mental health
- Helping individuals deal with addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; suicide; stress management; problems with self-esteem; and issues associated with aging and mental and emotional health
- Maintaining confidentiality of records relating g to client treatment
- Encouraging clients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, and help them develop insight into themselves and their relationships
- Guiding clients in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with their problems
- Preparing and maintaining all required treatment records and reports
- Counseling clients and patients, individually and in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes
- Collecting information about clients through interviews, observation, and tests
- Acting as client advocate to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations
- Provides treatment in every family and other communities that is why they have the high rates of treatment compilation
- Assists family to be close and more bonded so that their youth will not grow with a negative attitude
- Encouraging youth not to participate in any criminal behavior instead participate in those activities that can help them enhance their talents or abilities are also one of their tasks.
- Provided targeted therapeutic interventions for clients experiencing a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma-related issues, and substance abuse concerns.
Mental Health Counselor
Lighthouse Community Care, INC
03.2013 - 12.2016
- Responsibilities include: Counseling with emphasis on prevention, working with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental health
- Helping individuals deal with addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; suicide; stress management; problems with self-esteem; and issues associated with aging and mental and emotional health
- Maintaining confidentiality of records relating g to client treatment
- Encouraging clients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, and help them develop insight into themselves and their relationships
- Guiding clients in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with their problems
- Preparing and maintaining all required treatment records and reports
- Counseling clients and patients, individually and in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes
- Collecting information about clients through interviews, observation, and tests
- Acting as client advocate to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Southern University & A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA05.2019
BA - Criminal Justice
Southern University & A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA01.2012
High School Diploma -
Glen Oaks High School
Baton Rouge, LA01.1998
Skills
- Provisional License Professional Counselor, specializing in individual & family support, individual & group therapy, public relations, community outreach, coping skills and life skills training, creating treatment plans, possessing team leadership, implementing programs and documentation & paperwork Possesses strong empathy and listening abilities while enjoying collaborating and networking with people in the community and helping to the fullest of my ability
- Five years of work experience in Mental Health field
- Ability to analyze, discuss, detect, observe and solve difficult social issues
- Patience, love and keen interest in helping people
- Ability to develop good relationships with clients
- Possess effective communication skills
- Extensive knowledge of family violence, handicapped rehabilitation and orphan children
- Ability to handle pressure and work independently
- Know-how to keep sensitive information confidentially
- CPR and CPI certified
- Behavioral Therapy
- Crisis Intervention
- Child & Family Counseling
- Motivational Interviewing
- Addiction Counseling
- Utilization review (4 years)
- Case Management
- Clinical Documentation
- 12-Step Program Knowledge
- Client Confidentiality
- Relapse Prevention
- Dual Diagnosis Treatment
- Intervention Planning
- Crisis Management
Certification
LMHC
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Clinician PRN
Seaside HealthCare
08.2020 - 10.2022
Substance Abuse Counselor
O'Brien House
08.2018 - Current
Mental Health Professional /MST Therapist
Novice House of Baton Rouge
01.2017 - 08.2021
Mental Health Counselor
Lighthouse Community Care, INC
03.2013 - 12.2016
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Southern University & A&M College
BA - Criminal Justice
Southern University & A&M College
High School Diploma -
Glen Oaks High School
LMHC
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