Marianne Vanhooser
Cookeville,TN
Summary
Experienced counselor with a specialization in crisis intervention and mental health management. Proven ability to build trust and rapport with diverse clients, leading to improved mental well-being. Holds a Licensed Professional Counselor certification with expertise in special education and human development.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safe Schools Counselor
Cumberland County School System
Crossville, Tennessee
10.2023 - Current
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Assessed patients for the risk of suicide attempts or harmful behavior toward others.
- Acted as client advocate, coordinating required services and resolving emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and develop integrated care plans.
- Guided clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with problems in individual therapy.
- Educated clients and their families about the nature of mental health conditions and the importance of treatment adherence.
- Maintained detailed client records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with advancements in mental health treatment.
Intensive Outpatient Counselor for Adolescents
Health Connect America
Sparta , TN
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Delivered individual and group counseling to adolescents in intensive outpatient settings.
- Counseled individuals facing co-occurring disorders, including substance abuse and mental illness.
- Facilitated therapy sessions with growth-promoting exercises to enhance patients' mental health.
- Prepared and maintained treatment records and reports in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Provided case management services to connect clients with essential community resources.
- Adhered to ethical guidelines established by professional organizations, including the American Counseling Association and the Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselors Association.
Special Education Behavior Teacher
Putnam County School District
Cookeville , Tennessee
08.1997 - 10.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with emotional and behavioral needs.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote student self-regulation.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Education
Master of Arts - Professional Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA09-2016
Master of Arts - Special Education
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN05-1997
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN05-1994
Skills
- Crisis intervention and management
- Suicide risk assessments and interventions
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Client advocacy and case management
- Special education expertise
Accomplishments
- Two time recipient Rotary Teacher of the Year
- Graduated with High Distinction from Liberty University
- Phi Kappa Phi, Tennessee Technological University
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Service Provider License #6102
- 4 TN Teaching Licenses - Special Education - Comprehensive (461) , Special Education - Modified (460), Special Education - Early Intervention (465), English grades 7-12 (407)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Safe Schools Counselor
Cumberland County School System
10.2023 - Current
Intensive Outpatient Counselor for Adolescents
Health Connect America
08.2023 - 06.2024
Special Education Behavior Teacher
Putnam County School District
08.1997 - 10.2023
Master of Arts - Professional Counseling
Liberty University
Master of Arts - Special Education
Tennessee Technological University
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology
Tennessee Technological University
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