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Leah Grace Hooten
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Leah Grace Hooten

Billings,MT

Summary

Dually licensed and certified trauma-trained mental health and addictions counselor with over 16.5 years of professional experience in diverse fields, aiming to utilize expertise to benefit the community through employment at a mental health facility or agency.

Overview

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1
Certification
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29
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Therapist

State Of Montana
Billings, Montana
01.2025 - Current

• Assesses psychiatric emergencies and provides crisis intervention to emotionally distressed inmates.
• Conducts evaluations of inmates for the purpose of suicide intervention and prevention.
• Coordinates inmate care with the Montana Women’s Prison staff to ensure inmates' special needs are addressed.
• MAT/substance abuse counseling.
• Develops Individualized Treatment Plans for inmates with mental health disorders who require intensive behavior management; completes referrals to Provider for medication management services.
• Promotes linkages with community mental health agencies, other support services and families for inmate care and coordination for continuum of care; including discharge planning; collaborates with community health providers for inmates who are enrolled clients.
• Completes inmate need assessments and develops individualized release plans for inmates suffering from mental illness to connect inmates with appropriate services in the community.
• Maintains the safety and security of staff and inmates when making clinical decisions regarding inmates.
• Participates in on-call responsibilities for off-hours Mental Health coverage.

  • Provided individual therapy sessions to clients with mental health challenges.
  • Conducted group therapy to enhance peer support and communal healing.
  • Developed treatment plans tailored to client needs and goals.

Intelligence Research Specialist

United States Marshals Service
Monterey Park, CA
03.2011 - 08.2018
  • Gathered, analyzed, correlated, and evaluated information from diverse resources and databases to support fugitive apprehension efforts.
  • Study activities relating to human trafficking, narcotics, money laundering, gangs, terrorism, or other national security threats.
  • Evaluated communication records, including telephone calls, to track activities and pinpoint locations of fugitives or persons of interest.
  • Link or chart suspects to criminal organizations or events to determine activities and interrelationships.
  • Prepared reports, presentations, maps, and charts from intelligence data research, collection, and analysis to inform operational strategies.
  • Collaborate with representatives from other government and intelligence organizations to share information or coordinate intelligence activities.
  • Ensure officer and community safety by tracking warrant team locations and relaying urgent and important information to officers in the field.
  • Coordinate with clearinghouses to avoid conflicts with other law enforcement agencies during operations.
  • Executed collateral duties to enhance operational effectiveness.
  • Special Deputations - process and obtain Special Deputations for local Task Force Officers granting authorization to execute federal arrests and search warrants.
  • Drug Program Officer - administer personnel drug and alcohol tests, including random drug screens in accordance with USMS policies and procedures.
  • Work-Life Coordinator - implement the USMS Work-Life Program to improve worksite health and wellness.
  • Event Planner - Coordinate services for events, such as accommodations, facilities, catering, displays, and special needs requirements.

Acting Administrative Officer

United States Marshals Service
Los Angeles, CA
12.2012 - 04.2013
  • Acted as the principal District Financial Officer.
  • Managed financial and administrative activities for prisoner support program and civil process program, ensuring alignment with district objectives.
  • Led and guided staff across administrative areas including budget and finance, human resource management, inventory control, agreements, information management, property management, and office support services.
  • Supervise all the C/CA administrative staff.
  • Review and develop C/CA administrative policies and standard operating procedures.
  • Ensure proper utilization of Unified Financial Management System by administrative staff to maximize benefits from financial resources and maintain compliance with established rules and regulations.
  • Analyze existing procedures to identify more efficient and effective methods for accomplishing program objectives.
  • Provide guidance on a wide variety of laws, regulations, and policies covering multiple administrative programs.
  • Maintain access control for automated systems, internal security controls, and information security controls related to sensitive but unclassified information.
  • Created detailed budget requests to support program funding needs.

Investigative Assistant

Department of State
Los Angeles, CA
10.2010 - 03.2011
  • Utilized classified and unclassified databases to obtain and analyze investigative information, enhancing data accuracy.
  • Reviewed law enforcement, credit, immigration, vital statistics, and medical records to verify claims, ensuring thoroughness in investigative processes.
  • Assisted in establishing criminal profiles by preparing summaries, memoranda, and correspondence to support investigations.
  • Addressed requests for information from DS agents in the field during investigations.
  • Process personal identification information to compile fingerprint record identity.

Intelligence Officer In Charge (Rear Detachment)

United States Army
Fort Drum, NY
08.2008 - 01.2010
  • Managed security records for over 1,700 soldiers and civilians, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
  • Obtain and maintain security clearances for all Brigade personnel.
  • Counseled Brigade staff on policies and procedures for personnel and physical security programs, enhancing operational understanding.
  • Conducted inspections and assisted subordinate battalions in evaluating and addressing physical security vulnerabilities.
  • Provide guidance for completion of Isolated Personnel Report (ISOPREP) requirements for deployment preparation.
  • Conduct Intelligence briefs for training events.
  • Managed additional responsibilities related to security operations
  • Alternate Billing Official - verify accuracy of billing data and certify cardholder transactions.

Electronic Attack Officer

United States Army
Fort Drum, NY
06.2007 - 08.2008
  • Coordinated Electronic Warfare operations with Fires and Effects Coordination Cell to enhance mission effectiveness.
  • Provide actionable intelligence in support of Targeting Teams.
  • Collaborated with Collection Manager to optimize coordination of Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (IRS) capabilities.
  • Organized fielding and trained personnel on new equipment to ensure operational readiness.
  • Promote personal and professional growth by mentoring, counseling, motivating, and assisting in conflict resolution.

Second Lieutenant

United States Army
Fort Huachuca, AZ
06.2006 - 06.2007
  • Graduated from Officer Candidate School, earning commission as Army officer and joining leaders of character dedicated to the "Warrior Ethos" and "Army Values" (loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, personal courage), November 22, 2006.
  • Completed Basic Officer Leader Course Phase II, gaining skills in teamwork, adaptability, accountability, and leadership essential for military operations, February 24, 2007.
  • Graduated from Military Intelligence Officer Course, acquiring skills for tactical All Source Intelligence Officers, including command estimate process, threat organization, and intelligence preparation of the battlefield (IPB), June 13, 2007.

Real Property Appraiser

Los Angeles County
Lancaster, CA
08.2004 - 06.2006
  • Inspected properties to assess market value, location, and building or replacement costs, resulting in accurate appraisal values.
  • Inspect new construction and major improvements to existing structures to determine values.
  • Determined property taxability and value through field inspections, structural measurements, sales analysis, and market trend studies.
  • Explained assessed values to property owners, enhancing their understanding of property valuation.

Aviation Boatswain's Mate/3rd Class Petty Officer

United States Navy
San Diego, CA
08.1997 - 08.2001
  • Assisted in launching and recovering aircraft, ensuring safety and operational readiness.
  • Track and record aircraft launch and recovery evolutions as tower operator.
  • Operate and maintain ground-handling equipment used for moving and hoisting aircraft.
  • Spot and secure aircraft and equipment in the Hangar Bay.
  • Supply Petty Officer - budget, organize, purchase, and track the distribution of equipment and supplies.
  • Command Assessment Team (CAT) Representative - conduct assessment of the organization's current Equal Opportunity (EO) program.
  • Prepared, scheduled, and facilitated training sessions on alcohol abuse prevention, career planning, equal opportunity, standards of conduct, and sexual harassment, enhancing personnel awareness and compliance.
  • Assisted with various administrative tasks to support departmental operations.
  • Performed clerical and administrative duties, supporting departmental functions and communication.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Rehab And Mental Health Counseling

Montana State University
Billings, MT
05-2024

Bachelor's degree - Psychology

California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA
12-2003

Some college (no degree) - Clinical Psychology with emphasis in MFT

Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA

Some college (no degree) -

Central Texas College
Killeen, TX

Some college (no degree) - Psychology

College of the Canyons
Santa Clarita, CA

Skills

  • Mental health assessment
  • Treatment planning
  • Crisis intervention
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Care coordination
  • Patient management

Languages

Tagalog, Advanced, Advanced, Advanced

Security Clearance

Top Secret Security Clearance and a Counterintelligence Polygraph

Job Related Training

  • Appraiser Certification Program, 08/09/05
  • Commissioned as an Officer in the US Army, 11/22/06
  • US Army Basic Officer Leader Course, 02/24/07
  • Military Intelligence Officer Course, 06/13/07
  • SCI Security Officials Course, 09/24/07
  • Information Assurance Security Officer Certification Course, 11/28/07
  • Signal Intelligence/Electronic Warfare Officer Course, 03/06/08
  • Comptroller's Accreditation Course, 12/17/08
  • Antiterrorism Officer Basic Course, 07/31/09
  • LexisNexis Accurint for Law Enforcement Training Course, 04/07/11
  • Criminal Intelligence Systems Operating Policies (28 CFR Part 23) Training, 04/08/11
  • Parole LEADS, 04/20/11
  • Call Record Tool for Major Investigations, 05/10/11
  • Inland Empire Fraud Training (Financial Crimes), 10/18/11
  • Cell Phone Investigations, 01/11/12
  • Cellebrite UFED Ultimate Certification Course, 03/09/12
  • Terrorism Liaison Officer, 06/12/13
  • PEN-LINK Certification Course, 06/18/15
  • Advances Social Media Investigations, 09/09/15
  • Tactical Intelligence Analysis for Law Enforcement Course, 09/17/15

Accomplishments

  • Governor's Award for Excellence in Performance, 2025
  • Distinguished Group Award (Pacific Southwest Regional Fugitive Task Force), 2015
  • Distinguished Group Award (Criminal Intel Branch-Fugitive Targeting Unit), 2012
  • Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, 2006
  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal, 2001
  • Navy Unit Commendation, 2000

Certification

  • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Montana Board of Behavioral Health
  • Licensed Addictions Counselor, Montana Board of Behavioral Health
  • Certfied Trauma Trained Professional, Evergreen Certifications

Timeline

Clinical Therapist

State Of Montana
01.2025 - Current

Acting Administrative Officer

United States Marshals Service
12.2012 - 04.2013

Intelligence Research Specialist

United States Marshals Service
03.2011 - 08.2018

Investigative Assistant

Department of State
10.2010 - 03.2011

Intelligence Officer In Charge (Rear Detachment)

United States Army
08.2008 - 01.2010

Electronic Attack Officer

United States Army
06.2007 - 08.2008

Second Lieutenant

United States Army
06.2006 - 06.2007

Real Property Appraiser

Los Angeles County
08.2004 - 06.2006

Aviation Boatswain's Mate/3rd Class Petty Officer

United States Navy
08.1997 - 08.2001

Master of Science - Clinical Rehab And Mental Health Counseling

Montana State University

Bachelor's degree - Psychology

California State University Northridge

Some college (no degree) - Clinical Psychology with emphasis in MFT

Pepperdine University

Some college (no degree) -

Central Texas College

Some college (no degree) - Psychology

College of the Canyons
Leah Grace Hooten