Paul Broughton
Stamford,CT
Summary
Client-centered professional successful in helping individuals unravel physical, mental and emotional layers to identify root causes of problems and develop strong coping skills for diverse scenarios. Proficient in interdisciplinary collaboration with passion for leaving positive impact on client lives. Comfortable administering individual or group counseling sessions. Experienced in creating client-centered treatment plans.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Support Specialist
Keystone House Inc.
07.2023 - Current
- Supported 12 clients by providing client centered therapy with emphasis on creating goals and identifying level of support clients need to make transition from group home to independent living arrangements.
- Experienced in creating treatment plans that consist of client directed goals and objectives in SMART format.
- Experienced with various diagnoses including schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and OCD.
- Administered daily group and individual counseling in residential settings and thoroughly documented services per DMHAS guidelines.
- Confidently managed mental health emergencies to provide interventions for clients in crisis.
James Hillhouse High School
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Interned for 200 hours working with school psychologists, assisting students in stress management to promote academic success
- Collaborated with teachers to develop a social club, and organized a food drive where meals were distributed to many families in need.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology with a Concentration in Mental Health
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05-2022
Skills
- Proficient in various approaches to psychotherapy
- Expertise in documenting counseling services
- Cultural Competency
- Experienced building and troubleshooting computers
- CPI Certified
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Community Support Specialist
Keystone House Inc.
07.2023 - Current
James Hillhouse High School
09.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology with a Concentration in Mental Health
Southern Connecticut State University
Volunteer Experience
- 10/2013 - 12/2015, C3 Athletics, Stamford, Connecticut, Boxing Instructor, Led boxing and exercise classes and instructed a wide range of age groups and cultures.
- 06/2009 - 09/2019 The Parish of Saint Gabriel, Stamford, Connecticut, Head Altar Server, Continuously served my parish’s community to ensure optimal safety and enjoyment of the services provided for all.