Melody Callaway
Temple,Texas
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor- Associate, licensed in Texas, and fully qualified to handle diverse diagnoses and clinical presentations. Expertly supports clients experiencing difficult emotional situations, mental illness and life-changing events. Adaptable to needs of individuals and skilled at incorporating changing information to inform and optimize treatment plans.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Therapist
Canyon Creek Behavioral Health
Temple, TX
03.2023 - Current
- Provided individual, family, and group therapy to adults with various mental health issues.
- Developed treatment plans based on clients' needs and goals.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments of clients to determine diagnosis and appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for patients.
- Maintained accurate client records and documentation in accordance with legal requirements.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups focused on topics such as stress management, communication skills, anger management, parenting skills.
- Educated clients about their diagnoses and available treatments options.
- Assisted clients in developing coping strategies for managing symptoms of mental illness.
- Identified crisis situations and provided immediate support when necessary.
- Participated in weekly case conferences to discuss patient progress and formulate treatment plans.
- Served as liaison between the clinical team and external agencies or organizations providing services to the clientele served by the agency.
- Provided referrals to community resources as needed for client's social service needs.
- Developed a comprehensive discharge plan for each client upon completion of treatment program.
Special Education Teacher
Belton High School
Belton, TX
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Organized field trips or community experiences to enhance learning opportunities for special education students.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Coordinated doctor and dental appointments, housing resources, assisted with obtaining driver's licenses and social security benefits.
Education
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX05-2023
Skills
- Suicide Prevention
- Mental Health Assessment
- Behavior Modification
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Individual Counseling
- Group facilitation
- Referral Coordination
- Treatment Planning
- Group Therapy
- Social Work
- Family Counseling
Accomplishments
- Maintained a 4.0 GPA
- Member of Chi Sigma Iota
Certification
- LPC Associate, license # 93619- Supervised by Joshua Taube, license # 68654
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Therapist
Canyon Creek Behavioral Health
03.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Belton High School
08.2018 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
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