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Paxton T. Collins

Chicago,IL

Summary

Endeavoring to improve the quality of life for those I am involved in has always been a priority for me. With a proven record of excellence which includes 20 years of experience including working with at risk youth and mentally ill adults from a diverse array of backgrounds and challenging personal needs, makes me an ideal candidate. Individual challenges as well as the prospect of working with a team, within a milieu of dedicated professionals excite me. Assisting your organization in its continued commitment to provide quality service and empowerment to the team and clientele that you work with is any area I feel I can excel in.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Case Manager

The Thresholds
Chicago, IL
01.1999 - Current
  • Assisting clients diagnosed with mental illness in continuation of recovery process
  • Partnering with clients with formulating, and implementing goals, and obtaining life skills that are needed
  • Care Plans, facilitation of groups including MISA/Integrated Treatment, vocational assistance, outreach, and housing
  • Lead position in crisis intervention, medication management and linkage services
  • Implemented groups including Wellness, Men’s health, Substance Use, Community Integration, and Case management and Independent Living Skills.

Pastor

Solid Rock Full Gospel Church
Chicago, IL
01.2003 - Current
  • Spiritual guidance of congregation of 100 members to promote faith in God, and assisting humanity in basic needs.
  • Implementation of spiritual doctrine, congregational growth
  • Oversight of ministerial, teaching, and all auxiliary staff

Family Educator

Maryville Academy
Des Plaines, IL
01.1996 - 01.1999
  • Responsibilities included modeling of family structure to at risk youth
  • Medication administration, and documentation
  • Assisting youth with homework, and learning basic life skills
  • Other responsibilities Medicaid Medicare Billing, court appearances acting as liaison on family visits
  • Coordination of daily/weekly activities and outings
  • Writing of progress notes, care plans and discharge planning

Education

B.A. - Psychology

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
2016

A.A - Liberal Arts

Chicago State University
2008

Associate of Arts -

Malcom X College
06.1995

Skills

  • Pastoral counseling
  • Mission-oriented
  • Staff Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Community Service
  • Crisis Management
  • Volunteer Management
  • Operational Reporting
  • Public Speaking
  • Small Group Facilitation
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Grief counseling
  • Leadership Development

Timeline

Pastor

Solid Rock Full Gospel Church
01.2003 - Current

Case Manager

The Thresholds
01.1999 - Current

Family Educator

Maryville Academy
01.1996 - 01.1999

B.A. - Psychology

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

A.A - Liberal Arts

Chicago State University

Associate of Arts -

Malcom X College
Paxton T. Collins