Samantha DeJoy
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Adept at fostering supportive environment that encourages client growth and emotional well-being. Poised to contribute to team success and supportive therapeutic environment. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner and Clinician
DeJoy Counseling Co
Woonsocket, RI
06.2024 - Current
- Established partnerships with local organizations to expand community outreach initiatives.
- Delivered high-quality patient care for adolescents and women by conducting thorough assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing ongoing therapeutic support.
- Advocated for patients within the healthcare system to ensure access to appropriate resources and services when needed.
Lead Clinician
Fuller Hospital
Attleboro, MA
09.2024 - Current
- Implemented evidence-based treatment protocols, ensuring adherence to best practices in mental health care.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs, fostering collaborative decision-making.
- Supervised master's level clinicians, providing guidance on complex cases and facilitating professional development opportunities.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for adolescent and women programs, fostering a supportive environment for personal growth.
- Established effective communication channels among team members to promote knowledge sharing and collaborative problem solving.
School Adjustment Counselor
Bellingham Public Schools
Bellingham, MA
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
Student and Family Services Social Worker
Chelmsford High School
Chelmsford, MA
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Supported a caseload of 25 high risk youth and families in navigating community and mental health resources
- Collaborated with community stakeholders such as mental health agencies, local law enforcement, DCF, and medical professionals in supporting the needs of families.
School Adjustment Counselor
Hingham Public Schools
Hingham, MA
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Counseled students in an individual and group setting to help overcome personal and behavioral problems affecting their academic environment
- Leveraged trauma and crisis management training to provide support for students in crisis
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and student services team to obtain and provide necessary interventions and community resources for students
- Coordinated treatment planning, documentation, quarterly progress reports and Individualized Education Programs through consultation with members of treatment team.
Child Outpatient Clinician
Community Counseling of Bristol County
Taunton, MA
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided culturally responsive and competent clinical services in both a clinic and school setting for clients with mental health issues including depression, bi-polar disorder, attention deficit hyperactive disorder, suicidal ideation, and childhood trauma
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop individualized treatment plans for diverse client populations.
- Coordinated treatment planning, collateral contacts, documentation, and other service-related paperwork in a timely manner.
Graduate Clinical Intern
Lighthouse School
Chelmsford, MA
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided culturally responsive and competent clinical services in a virtual setting for students with mental health issues including depression, bi-polar disorder, autism spectrum disorder, suicidal ideation, and post-traumatic stress disorder
- Conducted weekly individual therapy sessions with adolescent students focused on issues including emotional regulation, social skills, and trauma processing
- Co-facilitated two weekly psychoeducational groups for adolescent students focused on monthly psychological themes including empathy, self care, and tolerance
- Coordinated treatment planning, documentation, quarterly progress reports and Individualized Education Programs through consultation with members of treatment team.
Teacher Assistant and Classroom Counselor
May Institute
Wilmington, MA
11.2018 - 09.2020
- Under the supervision of a BCBA specializing in applied behavioral analysis, designed and implemented behavioral interventions in a therapeutic school for students ages 5-21 diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities
- Trained and provided constructive feedback and support for new and current classroom staff.
Education
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Professional Counseling
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA01-2021
Bachelor of Liberal Arts in Music and Psychology -
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Lowell, MA01-2017
Skills
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Building Relationships
- Effective Time Management
- Creative thinking
- Communication Skills
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Crisis Intervention
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
- SMART Certified
- Clinical leadership
Timeline
Lead Clinician
Fuller Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Owner and Clinician
DeJoy Counseling Co
06.2024 - Current
School Adjustment Counselor
Bellingham Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Student and Family Services Social Worker
Chelmsford High School
08.2022 - 06.2023
School Adjustment Counselor
Hingham Public Schools
01.2022 - 06.2022
Child Outpatient Clinician
Community Counseling of Bristol County
05.2021 - 12.2021
Graduate Clinical Intern
Lighthouse School
08.2020 - 05.2021
Teacher Assistant and Classroom Counselor
May Institute
11.2018 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Liberal Arts in Music and Psychology -
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Professional Counseling
Lesley University