PATRICIA A. JONES-POPE
Williamstown,VT
Summary
Insightful Psychotherapist with 5 years of employment in counseling settings and prior history in Children and Family Services. Proficient applying cognitive behavioral therapy to promote client growth and change. Adept facilitating individual and couples therapy with focus on meeting client goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapy
BetterHelp
990 Villa St.
09.2023 - Current
- Provided psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families.
- Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
- Educated clients on evidence-based treatments to enhance their understanding of the therapeutic process.
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.
- Utilized a variety of techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices during sessions.
- Monitored client's progress throughout the course of therapy by tracking goals set in treatment plan.
- Provided psychoeducation on topics such as stress management, anger management, parenting skills.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Private Practitioner LPC
Women Empowered Enrichment & Counseling Services, LLC
Sicklerville , NJ
11.2020 - Current
- Responsible for providing IIC services using an Eco-System Structural Family Therapy model for treatment of children within the context of the family and the community
- Provides a variety of treatment services including, individual, group and family
- Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team
- Maintains clinical records in accordance with insurance regulations and established clinical policies and procedures
- Provides psycho-education including parenting skills, conflict resolution and anger management
- Develops comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with the individual/family that clearly documents attainable strength based goals and objectives for all parties involved
- Develops crisis safety plans in collaboration with the child/adolescent and families.
Therapist
Divine Professional Counseling, LLC
Westampton , NJ
09.2019 - Current
- Provided psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
- Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
- Maintained accurate records of clinical activity in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Communicated with school personnel, probation officers, psychiatrists, and other professionals regarding client progress.
- Educated clients on evidence-based treatments to enhance their understanding of the therapeutic process.
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.
- Utilized a variety of techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices during sessions.
- Monitored client's progress throughout the course of therapy by tracking goals set in treatment plan.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for each client.
- Provided psychoeducation on topics such as stress management, anger management, parenting skills.
- Attended trainings, workshops related to current trends in the field of psychology, mental health counseling.
- Adhered to ethical standards outlined by professional organizations such as APA or ACA.
- Documented all interactions with clients according to agency policy and procedures.
Per Diem Outpatient Therapist
Oaks Integrated Care
Lumberton , NJ
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Complete assessments, conduct interviews and review history to identify problem and provide a DSM-5 diagnoses
- Assist client in developing a comprehensive treatment plan designed to stabilize or resolve self-destructive behavior, improve coping skills, improvement of personality and interpersonal difficulties
- Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients’ histories and progress, services provided, or other required information.
Intensive In-Community Therapist
Greater New Jersey Creative Counseling, LLC
Palmyra , NJ
06.2018 - 06.2022
- Responsible for providing IIC services using an Eco-System Structural Family Therapy model for treatment of children within the context of the family and the community
- Provides a variety of treatment services including, individual, group and family
- Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team
- Maintains clinical records in accordance with insurance regulations and established clinical policies and procedures
- Provides psycho-education including parenting skills, conflict resolution and anger management
- Develops comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with the individual/family that clearly documents attainable strength based goals and objectives for all parties involved
- Develops crisis safety plans in collaboration with the child/adolescent ad families.
Intensive In-Community LAC Therapist
Little Hands Family Services
Washington Township , NJ
09.2017 - 09.2020
- Received Clinical Supervision
- Responsible for providing IIC services using Structural Family Therapy model for treatment of children within the context of the family and the community
- Provides a variety of treatment services including, individual, group and family
- Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team
- Maintains clinical records in accordance with insurance regulations and established clinical policies and procedures
- Provides psycho-education including parenting skills, conflict resolution and anger management
- Develops comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with the individual/family that clearly documents attainable strength based goals and objectives for all parties involved
- Develops crisis safety plans in collaboration with the child/adolescent ad families.
Supervising Training and Permanency Family Service Specialist II
State of NJ Division of Child Protection and Permanency
Mays Landing , NJ
08.2012 - 12.2018
- Insured staff monitoring of child safety, permanency and well-being within a strength based, family centered and culturally sensitive manner
- Responsible for the supervision of a permanency unit with five caseload carrying staff and one para-professional
- Worked closely with other divisions, community partners including the Criminal, Family and Municipal Division, Medical, Educators, Drug Counselors and Mental Health professionals to ensure efforts are coordinated and that court orders are properly enforced
- Promoted efficiency and accountability to support results oriented management
- Worked effortlessly to advocate on behalf of fair and just resolutions
- Reviewed and evaluated program goals/functions to direct client service delivery
- Gathered and analyzes statistical data for studies and reports and makes recommendations based on findings
- Conducted administrative research to ensure policy compliance
- Conducted case file audits
- Conducted background checks utilizing municipal court systems including ACS/ATS, CCIS, Promis/Gavel
- Monitored case records, reviewing all investigatory reports, medical and clinical documents including therapeutic and substance abuse evaluations for findings and recommendations
- Oversaw daily adherence of state policy and child protective service case practice
- Identified the goals, functions, developmental processes, structure, tasks and skills of front line staff case practice
- Used supervision and the supervisory relationship to promote the values, principles and standards of child welfare practice
- Modeled strength-based, reflective supervision to implement the DCP&P practice model
- Fostered a climate of collaboration between unit members through monthly unit meetings and collaborative case reviews which serve as a training opportunity for staff
- Coordinated opportunities for staff to integrate new information and skills taught during random field visits at which time staff is assessed on their skills
- Responded to underperforming staff by developing a non-punitive individualized corrective action plan which is reviewed weekly and re-evaluated at a set period for skill development assessment
- Responded to all inquiries from the general public in a prompt and professional manner
- Responded to client complaints and requests for information and services.
Mental Health Residential Intern
Cumberland County Guidance Center
Millville , NJ
08.2013 - 03.2014
- Provided person centered services to support autonomy in a group home setting of Mentally Ill Substance Abusing citizens
- Provided individual counseling utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy
- Oversight of medication dispensing
- Participated in individual treatment planning meetings to set, revise and monitor client treatment goals
- Review of clinical files
- Served as a client advocate.
Family Service Specialist I (Promotional Title Change)
State of NJ Division of Child Protection & Permanency
Burlington County , NJ
11.2011 - 08.2012
- Cooperative work with groups of trained judicial volunteers, appointed by the assignment judge to assist the court in reviewing cases of children placed outside of their homes by the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP)
- Oversight of CPR Board meetings held at designated court facilities on a scheduled basis, facilitating the Board interaction with DCPP caseworkers, supervisors, parents, foster parents, or other child welfare stakeholders
- Coordinated communication between judiciary staff and DCP&P office management and staff
- Enabled early identification of problems or concerns raised in the groups and facilitated effective discussion/action to resolve issues raised
- Participated in workgroups to discuss how to effectuate better communication between the two entities
- Skilled investigation and active participant of the 24 hour Special Response Unit.
Family Service Specialist II
State of NJ Division of Child Protection & Permanency
Burlington County , NJ
09.2006 - 11.2011
- Cooperative work with groups of trained judicial volunteers, appointed by the assignment judge to assist the court in reviewing cases of children placed outside of their homes by the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP)
- Oversight of CPR Board meetings held at designated court facilities on a scheduled basis, facilitating the Board interaction with DCPP caseworkers, supervisors, parents, foster parents, or other child welfare stakeholders
- Coordinated communication between judiciary staff and DCP&P office management and staff
- Enabled early identification of problems or concerns raised in the groups and facilitated effective discussion/action to resolve issues raised
- Participated in workgroups to discuss how to effectuate better communication between the two entities
- Skilled investigation and active participant of the 24 hour Special Response Unit.
Family Service Specialist I
State of NJ Division of Youth & Family Services
Burlington County , NJ
08.2005 - 09.2006
- Supported empowerment through building knowledge, promoting effective practices, and enhancing community collaboration through networking
- Responded directly to reports of child abuse, neglect or child welfare concerns at the intake level
- Utilized investigatory and social work skills to partner with families and community resources to ensure the safety and well-being of children throughout New Jersey
- Interviewed family members and a broad range of contacts to assess child safety
- Assessed the risk of future abuse or neglect of all children in the household
- Removed and placed children into foster care when imminent harm is apparent and no safety plan can be implemented to eliminate the immediate issue(s) of safety
- Entered and maintained accurate and timely computerized recordings of all case information
- Helped families navigate government agencies and access entitlement benefits
- Testified in family court and other legal proceedings
- Assessed family needs, established case goals and outcomes that were specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time limited
- Analyzed the progress of each family as it relates to child safety
- Completed regular evaluations of contracted service providers to ensure that employed intervention methods are aligned with the organizational needs of the agencies clientele, and are flexible to adjust to individual and family needs as per the child focused, family focused, and culturally responsive framework for child welfare practice
- Assessed program effectiveness through review of program compliance with organizational needs and, regular program site visits
- Participated in a minimum of 40 CEU trainings in child welfare practices annually
- Skilled investigator and active participant of the 24 hour Special Response Unit.
Family Service Specialist II
State of NJ Division of Youth & Family Services
Camden County , NJ
01.2004 - 08.2005
- Protected children by assessing their safety and building a net of protection and support for them and their family
- Partnered with families to provide assistance and support to strengthen parental ability to protect their children if possible
- Worked with key partners in protecting children and supporting families i.e
- Law enforcement, court system, medical community, school system personnel, mental health providers, substance abuse providers, domestic violence providers, community service providers
- Conducted home visits as required
- Developed and nurtured professional relationships with families
- Conducted interviews with children and adults
- Identified appropriate intervention strategies to prevent child maltreatment
- Identified and implemented services to create an achievable and measurable service plan
- Monitored service plans and evaluated family progress
- When appropriate worked a concurrent service plan to reach the goal of timely permanency.
Family Service Specialist Trainee
State of NJ Division of Youth & Family Services
Camden County , NJ
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Acquired and developed skills necessary to be a competent, effective and efficient child protective service professional
- Learned the casework process
- Learned the key partners in protecting children and supporting families
- Learned assessment skills
- Enhanced professional knowledge of child development to assess child abuse and neglect
- Learned the legal framework for Child Protective Services
- Enhanced personal understanding of accountability and outcomes related to performance of a CPS caseworker.
Senior Social Service Aide (Para-professional)
State of NJ Division of Youth & Family Services
Camden County , NJ
09.1991 - 01.2003
- Assisted clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services
- Facilitated parent/child visits, documenting interaction and behavioral trends
- Provided transportation to support achievement of case goal
- Participated in mandatory agency trainings.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
01.2014
Master of Science - Human Services w/ Specialization in Social and Community Services
Minneapolis
01.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Rowan University
01.2002
Skills
- Behavioral therapy
- Family therapy
- Individual and group therapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Personalized therapy planning
- Trauma-informed therapy
- Family therapy background
- Psychological Therapy Treatments
License Number
37PC00736500
Suite
Suite 3 #141
Office Number
856-777-6671
Organization
Women Empowered Enrichment and Counseling Services, LLC
Degrees
MS, LPC, NCC
Timeline
Therapy
BetterHelp
09.2023 - Current
Private Practitioner LPC
Women Empowered Enrichment & Counseling Services, LLC
11.2020 - Current
Therapist
Divine Professional Counseling, LLC
09.2019 - Current
Per Diem Outpatient Therapist
Oaks Integrated Care
09.2019 - 06.2022
Intensive In-Community Therapist
Greater New Jersey Creative Counseling, LLC
06.2018 - 06.2022
Intensive In-Community LAC Therapist
Little Hands Family Services
09.2017 - 09.2020
Mental Health Residential Intern
Cumberland County Guidance Center
08.2013 - 03.2014
Supervising Training and Permanency Family Service Specialist II
State of NJ Division of Child Protection and Permanency
08.2012 - 12.2018
Family Service Specialist I (Promotional Title Change)
State of NJ Division of Child Protection & Permanency
11.2011 - 08.2012
Family Service Specialist II
State of NJ Division of Child Protection & Permanency
09.2006 - 11.2011
Family Service Specialist I
State of NJ Division of Youth & Family Services
08.2005 - 09.2006
Family Service Specialist II
State of NJ Division of Youth & Family Services
01.2004 - 08.2005
Family Service Specialist Trainee
State of NJ Division of Youth & Family Services
01.2003 - 01.2004
Senior Social Service Aide (Para-professional)
State of NJ Division of Youth & Family Services
09.1991 - 01.2003
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
Master of Science - Human Services w/ Specialization in Social and Community Services
Minneapolis
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Rowan University
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