Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Reentry Couselor
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.
05.2023 - Current
Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
Facilitated weekly group sessions to encourage self-reflection and problem-solving.
Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
Medical Front Office Receptionist
Community Health Connections
01.2022 - 05.2023
Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
Used computer programs and registration systems to schedule patients for routine and complex procedures.
Verified and updated demographic and other personal information for clients with respect to personal boundaries when asking for important details.
Fielded concerns surrounding patients and care, liaising between physician, patient, and insurance company.
Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
Greeted visitors and initiated triage processes for clients to streamline patient flow.
Placed new supply orders, managed inventory and restocked clerical spaces.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Psychology
Fitchburg State University
05.2022
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Fitchburg State University
Ayer Shirley Regional High School
Skills
Computer:
Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
I
Have experience in pharmaceutical terminology and am able to clearly and calmly
Communicate with distressed patients regarding medication or insurance
Information I have participated in many extracurricular activities and athletics
During high school such as girls’ soccer, indoor and outdoor track and field, Ayer
Shirley Leadership Program and the Ayer Shirley Mock Trial
Skills/
Certification
Case Management Proficiency
Crisis Response
Criminal Law Knowledge
Addiction Counseling
Timeline
Reentry Couselor
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.
05.2023 - Current
Medical Front Office Receptionist
Community Health Connections
01.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Psychology