Salina Speck-Thayer
Asheville,NC
Summary
Hardworking and compassionate mental health professional with strong clinical and case management skills. Able to creatively problem solve and deliver empathetic, quality care. Seeking to obtain a remote position that utilizes skills and degree.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Liaison
October Road Inc., Pyramid Healthcare
2022.09 - Current
- Increased successful tenancy by providing support and counsel to vulnerable populations with serious persistent mental illness with chronic health conditions to obtain and maintain housing.
- Aided in reduction of symptoms through direct support, coaching, motivational interviewing, crisis intervention, and coordination to address physical health and mental needs.
- Quadrupled amount of participating landlords and property owners through networking efforts and community coordination,
- Accurately present program data by compiling, tracking, and reporting monthly and quarterly data across 3 teams.
- Maintain monthly reporting and data analysis on over 120 cases
- Build and implement appropriate person-centered plans.
- Increase organizational knowledge by creating relevant training materials and resources for colleagues as well as providing regular in-services and training.
Owner/Operator-Life Coach & Personal Trainer
Encompass Mind-Body Health
2022.01 - Current
- Established strong rapport with clients, fostering trusting and supportive coaching relationships.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Create content and manage social accounts to recruit clients and network.
- Build skills and daily practice to support clients in achieving goals.
- Tailored holistic programs to clients' needs to build wellness.
- Coach, counsel, and support clients as needed.
- Connect clients to appropriate resources for advancement.
- Provided ongoing support to clients as they navigated life transitions or challenges, fostering resilience and adaptability.
Client Coordinator
Cerebral
2022.02 - 2022.09
- Delivered continuity of care by collaborating with other providers (counselors, therapists, and prescribers)
- Utilized Slack for interoffice communications and projects
- Achieved service level agreements and production
- Provide support and counsel for clients as needed including crisis intervention
- Monthly led team in production numbers.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing personalized solutions.
Healthy Transitions Facilitator
Youth Villages
2021.07 - 2021.11
- Counseled and supported at-risk youth with mental health diagnoses.
- Utilized Transition to Independence Process Model.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.
- Coached youth in conflict resolution skills, reducing incidents of aggression and improving peer relationships.
- Created and implemented individualized plans for individual youth.
Day Treatment Counselor for Students
National Counseling Group
2019.03 - 2020.09
- Increased ability to participate in classroom for students with behavioral health diagnoses by providing counseling and support.
- Supported academic success through coordination with clients' providers, guardians, teachers, and school administration.
- Created Service Plans based on clients' individual needs.
- Tracked and reviewed client's progress through daily, monthly, and quarterly reports.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, employing de-escalation techniques to ensure safety of clients and fellow students.
Personal Trainer
Playfit Stayfit Gym
2019.02 - 2020.09
- Interfaced with clients to collaborate to achieve their fitness goals
- Increased client recruitment and retention through self-promotion, local networking, and promotional events.
- Increased social media interaction and followers by creating informative and engaging content.
- Charted and tracked client progress.
- Built workouts utilizing familiarity with muscle and anatomical structure.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
E-Commerce Sales Representative-90% Remote
Orvis
2015.10 - 2019.03
- Grew sales by assisting online customers with product/order-related questions.
- Consistently received high-quality customer reviews by promptly addressing concerns and providing exceptional customer service.
- Achieved top 5% in department in sales, quality care, and accuracy.
- Decreased product and delivery issues with creative problem-solving.
- Compiled, organized, and analyzed customer data,
- Created order reports and compiled survey data,
- Trained and mentored new hires.
- Generated weekly and monthly reports on sales performance to provide recommendations to meet goals,
Child Welfare Case Manager
YMCA Safe Children Coalition
2017.03 - 2018.07
- Ensured physical and mental health needs of children were met by coordinating with general practitioners, nurses, and psychiatrists,
- Developed safety plans and services by assessing client needs.
- Delivered recommendations to family court regarding child placement
- Provided court quarterly with assessment of parents' progress and compliance with case plan.
- Completed Quarterly, Annual, and Family Function Assessments,
- Ensured client's medical and education records were up to date.
- Attended proceedings and testified for reunification and permanent placement cases.
Counselor/Clinician
Support Systems
2012.04 - 2012.08
- Assessed and monitored clients' behavior, mood, and mental status and addressed with practitioners any medication changes as needed
- Collaborated with general practitioners, nurses, and psychiatrists to ensure physical and mental health needs are being met
- Implemented interventions with clients for improved mental, physical, and behavioral health.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
Mental Health Case Manager
Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare
2008.05 - 2009.08
- Effectively managed over 80 case files
- Improved health outcomes through counseling and education regarding mental health, physical health, and medication,
- Increased medication efficacy by monitoring compliance and side effects and collaborated with psychiatrists as needed,
- Co-facilitated a Substance Abuse Support & Education Group.
- Maintained clients' records and linked to services as needed.
- Completed daily progress notes, quarterly, and annual reviews.
- Enhanced collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for better service delivery and client support.
- Provided guidance on goal-setting strategies, empowering participants to take ownership of their personal development journey.
Education
M.S. in Psychology -
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, VT12.2023
Graduate Non-Degree Earning -
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NCPost-Baccalaureate -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAB.S. in Psychology (with specialization in counseling & clinical research) -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA01.2008
Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Team Leadership
- Creative Thinking
- Detail Oriented
- Relationship Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Counseling
- Mental Health Support
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Self-care strategies
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
- Care Plan Development
Professional Skills Profile
- 8 years of experience in Counseling & Assessment
- 5 Years of Case Management
- 5 Years in Training Colleagues and Presentations
- 4 Years in Marketing and Networking
- 5+ Years' experience in Remote Work
Certification
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP,QP)
Certified Professional Life Coach
Certified Child Protection Specialist
Timeline
Program Liaison
October Road Inc., Pyramid Healthcare
2022.09 - Current
Client Coordinator
Cerebral
2022.02 - 2022.09
Owner/Operator-Life Coach & Personal Trainer
Encompass Mind-Body Health
2022.01 - Current
Healthy Transitions Facilitator
Youth Villages
2021.07 - 2021.11
Day Treatment Counselor for Students
National Counseling Group
2019.03 - 2020.09
Personal Trainer
Playfit Stayfit Gym
2019.02 - 2020.09
Child Welfare Case Manager
YMCA Safe Children Coalition
2017.03 - 2018.07
E-Commerce Sales Representative-90% Remote
Orvis
2015.10 - 2019.03
Counselor/Clinician
Support Systems
2012.04 - 2012.08
Mental Health Case Manager
Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare
2008.05 - 2009.08
M.S. in Psychology -
Southern New Hampshire University
Graduate Non-Degree Earning -
Western Carolina University
Post-Baccalaureate -
Liberty University
B.S. in Psychology (with specialization in counseling & clinical research) -
Liberty University
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP,QP)
Certified Professional Life Coach
Certified Child Protection Specialist
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