Marcella (Marcie) Groover
Licensed Professional Counselor
Bentonville,AR
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional with history of meeting organizational goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Experience as program director and clinical manager.
Dedicated to helping the client identify and grow in their emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director of Women's and Children's Ministries
The Salvation Army
Atlanta, GA
08.1987 - 06.2001
- Worked with directors and board members for planning and implementation of special events for children
- Implemented and participated in outreach ministries for women, families, and children in a variety of settings
- Offered individual attention for children dealing with learning, emotional or home problems.
- Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children and facility procedures.
- Skilled with care and specific needs of physically handicapped or disabled children.
- Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
- Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
Loan Operations Team Lead
Arvest Bank Group
Lowell, AR
08.2001 - 05.2004
- Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
- Enhanced operational performance and reduced labor expenses by developing and optimizing standard practices.
- Developed and deepened relationships with customers, vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Analyzed department metrics and performance and reported findings to management.
- Encouraged and promoted ideas aligned to business needs and benefits.
- Enforced regulatory and company policy compliance to improve workplace and employee safety and readiness.
Adoption Specialist/Director of NW Office
Adoption Advantage
Little Rock, AR
05.2004 - 08.2007
- Provided intakes for clients desiring adoption placement for their baby
- Provided assistance throughout pregnancy, using a treatment plan that I developed and implemented with the pregnant client.
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources (Home Visits, required by the state of Arkansas)
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with clients and adoptive families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Arisa Health
Bentonville, AR
08.2007 - Current
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Licensure Supervisor for Licensed Associate Counselors in the state of Arkansas.
- Registered Play Therapist and Supervisor
- Autism Specialist, Certified
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Developed and expanded referral system of service providers to assist clients in attaining services.
Education
General Studies
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY 05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Behavioral Science
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Bartlesville, OK 01.1986 - 05.1987
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Education
Evangeline Booth College
Atlanta, GA 08.1987 - 06.1989
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
John Brown University
Siloam Springs, AR 06.2003 - 12.2005
Master of Science - Counseling
John Brown University
Siloam Springs, AR 01.2007 - 05.2009
Skills
Biopsychosocial assessments
Learning disability awareness
Adlerian and Play Therapy
Psychotropic medications knowledge
Case management proficiency
Intervention planning
Dual diagnoses Trained
Needs assessment
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) trained
Adept at treatment and discharge planning
Public speaking and trainer experience
Advanced training in Developmental Disabilities Disorders and Trauma
Knowledge of juvenile justice system
Anxiety disorder expertise
Crisis Response
Group psychotherapy expert
Trained in indicators of child abuse
Registered Play Therapist and Supervisor
Professional Counselor Licensure in Arkansas
Licensure Supervisor in Arkansas
Psychotropic medications knowledge
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor
Arisa Health
08.2007 - Current
Master of Science - Counseling
John Brown University
01.2007 - 05.2009
Adoption Specialist/Director of NW Office
Adoption Advantage
05.2004 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
John Brown University
06.2003 - 12.2005
Loan Operations Team Lead
Arvest Bank Group
08.2001 - 05.2004
General Studies
Eastern Kentucky University
05.2001 -
Director of Women's and Children's Ministries
The Salvation Army
08.1987 - 06.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Education
Evangeline Booth College
08.1987 - 06.1989
Associate of Science - Behavioral Science
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
01.1986 - 05.1987