Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Certification
Timeline
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Onedia Williams Asiedu

Rockland,ME

Summary

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavioral Health Counselor

BMC CSS
02.2023 - Current
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing empathetic counseling services that were tailored to each individual's unique experiences and goals.
  • Advocated for client access to necessary resources within the community or healthcare system as needed to promote overall wellbeing.
  • Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and closely monitoring progress.
  • Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
  • Supervised 6 clinicians and 2 case managers, offering guidance and feedback aimed at enhancing their skills as future practitioners within the field of substance use services.

Behavioral Health Clinician

Crosspoint Clinical Services
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Advocated for client needs within the larger healthcare system while navigating complex insurance processes to secure coverage for necessary treatments.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify mental health needs and formulate accurate diagnoses.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction through providing compassionate care and fostering strong therapeutic relationships.

Clinical Supervisor

Casa Esperanza
05.2021 - 01.2022
    • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients with complex needs, ensuring comprehensive support was provided across all domains of life functioning.
    • Enhanced team collaboration through regular staff meetings, case conferences, and training sessions.
    • Provided supervision to therapists in training, offering guidance and feedback on their professional development journey.

Clinical Supervisor

Men's Addiction Treatment Facility
01.2020 - 05.2021
    • Responded to crisis situations with calm and professional approach to optimize support.
    • Assessed patients, determined needs, and managed care.
    • Enhanced patient care quality by supervising and mentoring team of 6 clinicians, ensuring adherence to best practices and protocols.
    • Responded to patient complaints and concerns, restoring trust and maintaining clinic reputation for quality care.
    • Organized professional development workshops for clinical staff, keeping them abreast of latest healthcare innovations and practices.

Senior Behavioral Health Clinician

Gavin Foundation
02.2019 - 08.2019
  • Supervised clinicians by providing guidance in assessment techniques, clinical interventions, documentation standards, and ethical considerations related to their work.
  • Supervised busy caseload, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritizing client needs.
  • Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction through providing compassionate care and fostering strong therapeutic relationships.

Psychotherapist

The Wholeness Center
05.2018 - 02.2019
  • Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
  • Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
  • Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
  • Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.

Education

Master of Science - Marriage and Family Therapy

Eastern Nazarene College
Quincy, MA
01.2016

Doctor of Medical Sciences, Healthcare Leadership -

Northeastern University
Boston, MA
12-2027

Skills

  • Accurate clinical documentation
  • Preventive relapse strategies
  • Effective recovery strategies
  • Critical thinking and analysis
  • Effective verbal communication
  • Strategic decision-making
  • Cognitive behavior therapy
  • Addiction recovery support
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Experienced in motivational interviewing methods
  • Conflict resolution support

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with IT Epic Team in the development of user friendly clinical templates to be used by Behavioral Health Clinicians.
  • Supervised team of 7 staff members, as Interim Senior Clinician.

Affiliations

Member of NAADAC- Association for Addiction Professionals International Federation of Christian Chaplains, 2023-Present

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

AWARDS

Psi Chi International Honor Society, 2014-Present

Certificate in Addiction Treatment in Military & Veteran Culture, 2024

Certification

Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor - October 2020-Present

Timeline

Behavioral Health Counselor

BMC CSS
02.2023 - Current

Behavioral Health Clinician

Crosspoint Clinical Services
11.2021 - 10.2022

Clinical Supervisor

Casa Esperanza
05.2021 - 01.2022

Clinical Supervisor

Men's Addiction Treatment Facility
01.2020 - 05.2021

Senior Behavioral Health Clinician

Gavin Foundation
02.2019 - 08.2019

Psychotherapist

The Wholeness Center
05.2018 - 02.2019

Master of Science - Marriage and Family Therapy

Eastern Nazarene College

Doctor of Medical Sciences, Healthcare Leadership -

Northeastern University

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