Michael Leigh
Ogdensburg,NY
Summary
Dynamic Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist with extensive experience at Citizen Advocates, skilled in mental health assessment and community integration. Proven track record in empowering clients through effective coping strategies and life skills coaching, while fostering collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to enhance client outcomes and promote independence.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Psychosocia Rehabilitation Specialist
Citizen Advocates
07.2024 - Current
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to enhance client coping skills.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized rehabilitation plans.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions based on feedback and assessments.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and support services effectively.
- Educated clients about mental health strategies and coping mechanisms for daily challenges.
- Documented treatment plans and client interactions in compliance with organizational policies.
- Advocated for clients' rights and needs within healthcare systems and community services.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
- Led staff training initiatives on best practices related to psychosocial rehabilitation, enhancing the overall quality of care provided.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to deliver high-quality care tailored to individual needs effectively.
- Assisted clients in developing essential life skills such as budgeting, meal planning, and time management for increased independence.
- Provided crisis intervention support to patients experiencing acute symptoms, promoting safety and stability.
- Coordinated referrals to appropriate community agencies when additional services were required or desired by the client.
- Empowered individuals with mental health challenges by teaching coping skills and self-management strategies.
- Supported families in understanding their loved ones'' conditions, facilitating open communication and involvement in the treatment process.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine appropriate treatment strategies for each patient.
- Advocated for patients within the mental health system, ensuring access to necessary resources and supports.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for growth and healing.
Education
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Mildred Elley
Albany, New York, NYAssociate of Arts - Business Administration
North Country Community College
Malone, NYMedical Assistant
Branford Hall
Albany, NYSkills
- Vocational rehabilitation
- Emotional regulation
- Relapse prevention
- Family support
- Life skills coaching
- Suicide prevention
- Mental health assessment
- Self-care promotion
- Community integration
- Communication enhancement
- Problem solving techniques
- Peer support
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Task prioritization
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Psychosocia Rehabilitation Specialist
Citizen Advocates
07.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Mildred Elley
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
North Country Community College
Medical Assistant
Branford Hall