Rachel Long
McAlester,OK
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Tony Robbins
Summary
Skilled Licensed Professional Counselor with 13 years of experience in behavioral health, 5 1/2 years of serving Native Americans in underserved communities. Developed Policy and Procedure for Animal Assisted Therapy for the Choctaw Nation Health Services. Co-wrote a grand for Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention, Project Ofi Apela. Created Animal Assisted Therapy Program for Choctaw Nation Behavioral Health. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and thinking outside the box to improve patient care. Passionate about patient support, resource advocacy, and working together as a team to meet goals.
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
Choctaw Nation Health Services Authority
08.2017 - Current
- Developed Policy and Procedure for Animal Assisted Therapy.
- Created Animal Assisted Therapy Program for individual, family and group therapy.
- Co-wrote for a grant for Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention, Project Ofi Apela.
- Provided individual and family therapy sessions for children and adults ages 5 to 75.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning with Animal Assisted Therapy.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Assessed clinical risk and danger to children and families and determined appropriate level of response and intervention.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Licensed Professional Counselor, Under Supervision
Professional Counseling And Consulting Services
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Provided individual and family therapy to client ages 6-55.
- Administered intakes, developed individualized treatment plans, and documented patient progress.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Worked alongside experienced Licensed Professional Counselors to learn new procedures.
- Collaborated with treatment planning team in weekly meetings.
Licensed Professional Counselor, Under Supervision
Southeastern Psychiatric Serices
02.2014 - 08.2016
- Collaborated with psychiatrist on patient care and treatment planning.
- Provided individual, family and group therapy for patients.
- Cared for each patient according to care plan and physicians' instructions.
- Monitored each patient to meet appropriate goals and documented.
- Provided group counseling services to geriatric women with adjustment issues and partnered to facilitate weekly support groups.
Triage Specialist
Carl Albert Community Mental Health Center
10.2010 - 02.2014
- CADC under supervision
- Provided individual and group psychoeducational relapse prevention groups for Drug Court participants in Pittsburg and Atoka Counties.
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
- Represented Pittsburg and Atoka Counties for Carl Albert in monthly court sessions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources With An Option in Counselor
05.2013
Skills
- Developing Policy & Procedure
- Experience in grant writing
- Professional Relationships
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Family Therapy
- Group and Individual Sessions
- Clinical Documentation Mastery
- Superior Communication Skills
- Confidentiality Requirements
- Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
- Registered Play Therapist
- Registered Animal Assisted Therapy Team
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor - Choctaw Nation Health Services Authority
08.2017 - Current
Licensed Professional Counselor, Under Supervision - Professional Counseling And Consulting Services
08.2016 - 08.2017
Licensed Professional Counselor, Under Supervision - Southeastern Psychiatric Serices
02.2014 - 08.2016
Triage Specialist - Carl Albert Community Mental Health Center
10.2010 - 02.2014
East Central University - Master of Science, Human Resources With An Option in Counselor
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
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