Linda Cook

• Conducted assessments to diagnose mental health disorders and provide referrals for additional services as needed.
• Maintained records of client progress and updated treatment plans accordingly.
• Encouraged clients to identify personal goals and develop strategies to achieve them.
• Adhered to ethical standards established by professional organizations like the American Counseling Association.
• Assessed risk factors for suicide or violence and took appropriate action when necessary.
• Created an environment that was safe and supportive for clients to explore difficult emotions without judgment or criticism.
• Supported clients in developing healthy coping skills for managing stressors in their lives.
• Assisted clients with identifying feelings and behaviors by asking open-ended questions.
• Conferred with clients to discuss treatment options and therapy goals.
• Demonstrated sensitivity and competence in treating patients from diverse backgrounds.

In my position as a trauma counselor, my primary job was to provide counseling services to children aged 5- adult that have been affected by domestic violence or substance abuse. I also provide treatment for ages 12 and older affected by sexual assault. I am always eager to learn new skills and techniques in which to help support the clients to a higher level of functioning and healing from their trauma. I have strong leadership skills and a high work ethic that supports the position I am in and the people that I am working with.

In addition, I was the rape crisis hotline coordinator. This job involves recruiting and training volunteers, creating monthly schedules for both the hotline and medical advocacy, working with other agencies that we collaborate with, and being on-call 24/7 as a supervisor to help both the volunteers and the staff with any concerns that may occur during their shift.

• Provided individual, family, and group therapy to clients with a variety of mental health issues.
• Educated clients about available resources and provided support in accessing those resources.
• Maintained records of client progress and updated treatment plans accordingly.
• Encouraged clients to identify personal goals and develop strategies to achieve them.
• Adhered to ethical standards established by professional organizations like the American Counseling Association.
• Supported clients in developing healthy coping skills for managing stressors in their lives.

As a CNA I helped provide daily care to the residents of the nursing home. I was also a supervisor for the 11-7 shift and ensured that the residents were all cared for. After graduating as a RN I began working in this capacity and managed 30 residents and 4 CNA's while also passing medication, providing treatments, and ensuring a safe and clean environment.