Renee Harris
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
To utilize my years of experience working with adults with co-occurring disorders to become a more integral part of the assessment process. This can be achieved through directing staff and residents with organizational needs towards the effective utility of resources and ensuring that the clients receive the appropriate behavioral health treatment necessary for them to achieve a normalized lifestyle.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
Resources for Human Development, RHD
08.2023 - Current
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions, and offer guidance.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Evaluated program performance through comprehensive data analysis, driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
Clinical Supervisor
Girard Medical Center
01.2019 - 08.2023
- Directs staff and residents with organizational needs towards the effective utility of resources
- To assist the Participants in obtaining maximum treatment outcomes
- Maintenance of positive environment to maximize recovery
- To assure continuity of care
- Encourage Participants with successful completion of Program guidelines
- Administrative responsibilities that are aligned with the operations of the unit
- Organization, approval of personal passes
- Delegations of escorts
- Oversee of Treatment Team
- Arbitration of issues and concerns of staff and residents
- Maintenance and safety of all residents and staff
- Complete the annual program budget
- Complete Quarterly reports.
Behavioral Specialist
Girard Medical Center
06.2001 - 01.2019
- Prepare and facilitate groups
- Perform assessments, psychosocial histories, and evaluations
- Liaison between Mental Health Court and the Residents
- Facilitate court, medical, and welfare appointments
- Intake coordinator
- Assist Residents in obtaining appropriate housing, DPW benefits, and social security
- Obtain authorizations from CBH and BHSI
- Complete concurrent reviews with CBH and BHSI.
Residential Advisor
Resources for Human Development
01.1991 - 06.2001
- Assist clients in their homes with basic activities for daily living
- Accompany clients to various appointments
- Administer medications
- Perform geriatric duties.
Therapist
Warren E Smith
04.1989 - 01.1991
- Obtaining collateral information from CBH, case managers, and the prison system.
- 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.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues.
Intensive Outpatient Coordinator
New Journey's in Recovery
- Prepare and facilitate groups
- Originated and Orchestrated the IOP program
- Perform client assessments, psychosocial histories, and evaluations
- Assisted in the billing process
- Acquired authorizations from CBH.
Peer Advocate
Temple University, DARE Program
01.1997 - 01.1997
- Facilitated educational groups
- Organized educational lectures series
- Performing utilization reviews.
Education
Masters in Science - Psychology
Capella University
05.2013
Bachelor's of Arts - English and Psychology
Temple University
05.1998
Skills
- PCPC Certified
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Good communication skills
- Computer literate
- Chart management
- Treatment Planning
- Building rapport
- Crisis Intervention
- One-on-one sessions
- Multicultural Competence
- Progress assessment
- Documentation requirements
- Motivational Interviewing
- Client Confidentiality
- Progress assessments
- Group therapy facilitation
- Intervention Planning
- Patient documentation
- Self-Care Promotion
- Referral Coordination
- Progress Evaluations
- Active Listening
- Emotional awareness
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Scheduling and calendar management
Hobbies and Interests
Classical and jazz music, writing poetry, and crocheting.
Timeline
Program Director
Resources for Human Development, RHD
08.2023 - Current
Clinical Supervisor
Girard Medical Center
01.2019 - 08.2023
Behavioral Specialist
Girard Medical Center
06.2001 - 01.2019
Peer Advocate
Temple University, DARE Program
01.1997 - 01.1997
Residential Advisor
Resources for Human Development
01.1991 - 06.2001
Therapist
Warren E Smith
04.1989 - 01.1991
Intensive Outpatient Coordinator
New Journey's in Recovery
Masters in Science - Psychology
Capella University
Bachelor's of Arts - English and Psychology
Temple University
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