- Drawing and Painting
- Reading
- Music
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Trauma Therapy techniques like EMDR, Exposure Therapy, etc
Philomena Rhinesmith
Richardson,TX
Summary
Experienced therapeutic and mental health professional that is certified as a national counselor and adept at addressing diverse mental health challenges and promoting client growth. Recognized for a collaborative approach and unwavering commitment to achieving significant outcomes. Reliable team player with strong conflict resolution skills and adaptability, ensuring client-centric care delivery. Highly knowledgeable about cultural diversity and trauma-informed practices, tailoring therapy to meet individual client needs and challenges.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Therapist
Breakthrough Therapy Solutions LLC
Toms River, NJ
08.2024 - Current
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
- Developed strategies to help patients cope with stress and anxiety and build resilience.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
- Utilized psychoanalytic methods to uncover underlying issues for deeper patient insight.
Caregiver for Special Needs
Care.com
East Windsor, New Jersey
07.2023 - 11.2024
- Provided personalized care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities, including assistance with daily living activities and implementing behavior management strategies
- Effectively communicated with families, medical professionals, and other service providers to ensure a comprehensive care plan for each individual
- Facilitated social and recreational activities to promote socialization and community integration for special needs individuals
- Administered medications, monitored health conditions, and assisted with medical appointments to ensure the overall well-being of clients
- Applied knowledge of individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans to support the educational and behavioral needs of special needs individuals
- Working with children with ASD, ADHD and Anxiety
- Proficiency in employing therapeutic strategies to facilitate emotional regulation
- Use of ABC model with challenging behaviors
- Showcasing empathy and compassion for special needs children while fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for their growth and development
- Maintaining patience and composure during challenging moments with special needs children
- Providing personalized academic support and guidance to special needs children during homework sessions
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Intern Therapist
Milestone Behavioral Health
Yardley, Pennsylvania
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Conducted individual therapy sessions under the supervision of licensed therapists, utilizing evidence-based practices to support clients in achieving their therapeutic goals
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with diverse backgrounds, fostering a safe and supportive environment for sharing and processing emotions
- Assisted in conducting intake assessments and creating biopsychosocial formulations to better understand clients' presenting issues and develop targeted treatment strategies
- Participated in ongoing training and supervision to enhance clinical skills and develop a deeper understanding of various therapeutic modalities
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans and provide comprehensive care for clients with mental health concerns
- Used CBT/DBT/Trauma-focused Therapy interventions
- Obtaining 600 hours to graduate
- Efficiently charting/organizing client paperwork within an office setting ensuring accurate documentation
- Maintaining detailed medication notes/Implementing effective med-management practices ensuring adherence to prescribed regimens and promoting client health
- Implementing empathy/compassion/active listening skills in client sessions
- Working with a marginalized population with low socioeconomic status demonstrating a commitment to equity, advocacy and multi-culturalism practices
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Caregiver for Special Needs
Care.com
Princeton, NJ
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, updates on student progress, and opportunities to participate in classroom activities.
Registered Behavior Technician
Public Health Management Corporation
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Data collection of behaviors with children ages 2-6 on the spectrum
- Creating a safe, structured and supportive environment for children with special needs and low socio-economic status
- Building rapport on client's behaviors, thoughts and feelings
- Providing support with emotional intelligence
- Implemented behavior intervention plans developed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts to support clients with developmental disabilities
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members, including psychologists, speech therapists, and educators, to ensure a comprehensive approach to client care
Registered Behavior Technician
Pediatric Therapeutic Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
11.2022 - 05.2023
- One-on-one with students with IEP in a challenging environment
- Advocating for students with disabilities special needs when they are not being met by school personnel
- Incorporating multi-culturalism strategies
- Implemented behavior reduction protocols and skill acquisition programs under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- Collected and maintained data on client progress to track outcomes and adjust intervention strategies as needed
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development to enhance knowledge and skills in the field of applied behavior analysis
Registered Behavior Technician
New Horizons in Autism
New Egypt, New Jersey
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Working non-verbal autistic adults aged 45-60 years old
- Daily case notes on daily life practices
- Assisting with daily activities which included cooking, bathroom, upkeep around group home with cleaning and laundry
- Implement behavior intervention plans developed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to teach individuals with developmental disabilities new skills and behaviors
- Collect and analyze data on client progress to track behavior changes and modify intervention strategies as needed
- Collaborate with families, caregivers, and other professionals to ensure consistency in the implementation of behavior plans across various settings
- Medication management and adherence daily
- De-escalating harmful and physically dangerous behaviors
- Provided direct 1:1 behavior therapy sessions in home and community settings
- Implemented ABA therapy programs to improve behaviors and social skills of clients with autism spectrum disorder
Assistant Manager/Inventory Specialist
Walgreens
Neptune, New Jersey
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Cash handling with drawers and safe while managing cash flow in/out at beginning and end of shift
- Balancing cash reports
- Merchandising with revision/resets of shelves
- Photo department management
- Pharmacy tech duties which involved filling prescriptions, picking up meds and managing health insurance duties for customers
- Accountability for stores issues and customer complaints
- Supervised inventory control procedures to ensure accurate stock levels and minimize product shortages
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to negotiate pricing, reduce costs, and improve product availability
- Led a team of inventory associates in conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies
- Analyzed sales trends and inventory data to forecast demand and optimize inventory levels for maximum efficiency
Education
Masters of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Walden University
Minneapolis, Minnesota08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Kean University
Union, New Jersey05.2018
Associate in General Studies - Business
Ocean County College
Toms River, New Jersey05.2015
High School Diploma - General Studies
Barnegat High School
Barnegat, New Jersey06.2013
Skills
- Emotional Intelligence
- Empathy
- Multicultural competence
- Self-care promotion
- Communication
- Active Listening
- Assessment and Diagnosis
- Cognitive-Behavioral Techniques
- Trauma-informed care
- Documentation
- Treatment Planning
- Crisis Intervention
Certification
- Registered Behavior Tech, 10/01/21
- National Certified Counselor, 08/31/24
Hobbies and Interests
- Working with a young adult to elderly client population
- Developing a certification in EMDR
- Learning more interventions in play, art and music therapy
- Working with domestic violence and human trafficking client population
- Working with different personality disorders like BPD, NPD and OCPD
References
- Betsy Stephens, Clinical Supervisor, 10/01/23, 08/31/24
- Natasha Wilson, Colleague, 10/01/23, 08/31/24
- Sandra Conglio, Supervisor, 07/01/23, 09/30/24
Interests
Timeline
Associate Therapist
Breakthrough Therapy Solutions LLC
08.2024 - Current
Intern Therapist
Milestone Behavioral Health
10.2023 - 08.2024
Caregiver for Special Needs
Care.com
09.2023 - 12.2023
Caregiver for Special Needs
Care.com
07.2023 - 11.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
Public Health Management Corporation
06.2023 - 09.2023
Registered Behavior Technician
Pediatric Therapeutic Services
11.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Behavior Technician
New Horizons in Autism
10.2021 - 11.2022
Assistant Manager/Inventory Specialist
Walgreens
02.2020 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Kean University
Associate in General Studies - Business
Ocean County College
High School Diploma - General Studies
Barnegat High School
Masters of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Walden University