Rachel Perley
Chicago,IL
Summary
Culturally-sensitive Social Worker bringing 13 years experience in counseling adults, adolescents, and children across the diagnostic spectrum with a primary focus in treating mood/anxiety and substance use disorders. Focused on improving patient well-being through compassionate and knowledgeable support. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities with a dedicated and detail-oriented mentality. Licensed Clinical Social Worker, State of Illinois 2015 Certified Addictions Counselor (C.A.D.C.), State of Illinois 2013
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Primary Therapist
Compass Health Center, PLLC
Chicago, IL
12.2018 - Current
- Compass Health Center
Chicago, IL
- Provide individualized support to adults with co-occurring mood/anxiety disorders and substance use disorders at PHP/IOP levels of care
- Develop treatment plans for patients to achieve abstinence and harm reduction using evidence-based approaches
- Participate in daily multi-disciplinary team meetings, collaborating with psychiatrists, family therapists, and specialty track therapists to ensure seamless patient care
- Implement treatment strategies based on Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
- Swiftly address urgent situations including hospitalizations and offer necessary crisis assistance
- Provide weekly clinical supervision for therapists seeking licensure as well as a monthly consultation group to discuss clinical cases
- Conduct comprehensive trainings for primary clinical therapists on their new role
Behavioral Health Consultant/Project Coordinator
PCC Community Wellness Center
Oak Park, IL
11.2015 - 11.2018
- Conducted assessments of patients' and/or families' bio-psycho-social situations to determine DSM-V multi-axial diagnoses.
- Performed crisis interventions, individual counseling, family counseling, and advocacy using a strengths-based approach
- Assisted with behavioral medicine consultations for attending physicians and residents
- Administered clinical support, training, and case consultation to Behavioral Health Care Coordinators (BHCC's) and as needed with PCC Behavioral Health interns in accordance with Collaborative Care Depression Care Management model
Addictions Counselor
Healthcare Alternative Systems
Chicago, IL
12.2011 - 11.2015
- Led group therapy sessions for women with chemical dependency and co-occurring disorders in outpatient and intensive outpatient settings.
- Evaluated individuals seeking services by performing detailed bio-psycho-social assessments to identify needs and suggest appropriate treatment plans
- Established and upheld consistent communication with participant's case worker/referral source (DCFS, TASC, probation) throughout the treatment process
- Provided clinical supervision to interns on a weekly basis
Education
Master of Social Work -
Loyola University Chicago
05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Philosophy
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI05.2008
Skills
- Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
- Dual Diagnosis Expertise
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Clinical Leadership
Timeline
Senior Primary Therapist
Compass Health Center, PLLC
12.2018 - Current
Behavioral Health Consultant/Project Coordinator
PCC Community Wellness Center
11.2015 - 11.2018
Addictions Counselor
Healthcare Alternative Systems
12.2011 - 11.2015
Master of Social Work -
Loyola University Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Philosophy
Grand Valley State University