Lynita Gamble-Shuler
Gansevoort,NY
Summary
Experienced Outpatient Therapist who is a reliable team player that focuses on delivering impactful, results-driven support. Experience in substance abuse and mental health treatment and conditions for adolescents and adults. Skilled in suicide risk, motivational interviewing, individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and treatment planning, while maintaining high ethical standards and integrity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outpatient Therapist
Conifer Park
04.2023 - Current
- Documented client progress, evaluate treatment progress and adjusting therapeutic strategies.
- Advocated for client needs within the community; housing, substance abuse treatment and the healthcare system to ensure equitable access to appropriate treatments and resources.
- Maintained client caseload of 35 individuals per week.
- Fostering an environment of understanding and support impacted by substance abuse and mental health challenges.
Case Manager
Connecticut Centers for Recovery
04.2020 - 04.2023
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
Mental Health Technician
Phelps Memorial Hospital
10.2010 - 04.2022
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
Education
Criminal Justice
Monroe College
New Rochelle, NY08-2009
Skills
- Suicide risk assessment
- Case documentation and goal setting
- Building client relationships
- Stress reduction techniques
- Clinical documentation
- Motivational interviewing
- Psychotherapy techniques
Certification
- Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
Timeline
Outpatient Therapist
Conifer Park
04.2023 - Current
Case Manager
Connecticut Centers for Recovery
04.2020 - 04.2023
Mental Health Technician
Phelps Memorial Hospital
10.2010 - 04.2022
Criminal Justice
Monroe College
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