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Sara Durham

Wilmington,DE

Summary

Organized and dependable mental health professional with 10 years of experience. Passionate about client care, rights and access to services.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Care Coordinator

National Center For Advocacy And Recovery, Inc.
07.2023 - Current
  • Assessed patient needs and connected them with appropriate resources to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Improved communication among healthcare providers, streamlining the coordination of services for patients.
  • Managed client caseloads effectively, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate interventions.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Clinical Specialist

Cumberland County Guidance Center
01.2020 - 07.2023
  • Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients in distress and connecting them with necessary resources.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and develop appropriate treatment strategies.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting a supportive environment for shared learning and growth.

Outpatient Therapist

Healthcare Commons
05.2019 - 11.2019
  • Improved patient outcomes through the implementation of evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to each client's needs.
  • Increased client satisfaction rates with empathetic counseling approaches that fostered trust and rapport in therapeutic relationships.
  • Conducted thorough assessments for new patients, identifying appropriate diagnoses and developing targeted treatment goals.
  • Streamlined documentation processes while maintaining HIPAA compliance, ensuring accurate and timely record management.

Children's Partial Care Program Director

Healthcare Commons
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
  • Evaluated program performance through comprehensive data analysis, driving continuous improvement efforts.
  • Established strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders for collaborative problem solving.
  • Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.

Case Manager

Daytop Village Inc.
06.2015 - 09.2018
  • Facilitated successful transitions between levels of care by developing detailed discharge plans and coordinating resources.
  • Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
  • Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
  • Fostered open lines of communication with clients' families and support networks, involving them in the case management process as appropriate.

Education

Master of Science - Psychology

Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH
05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of The Sciences
Philadelphia, PA
05.2013

Skills

  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Documentation
  • Case Management
  • Mental Health Services
  • Professionalism

Timeline

Care Coordinator

National Center For Advocacy And Recovery, Inc.
07.2023 - Current

Clinical Specialist

Cumberland County Guidance Center
01.2020 - 07.2023

Outpatient Therapist

Healthcare Commons
05.2019 - 11.2019

Children's Partial Care Program Director

Healthcare Commons
09.2018 - 05.2019

Case Manager

Daytop Village Inc.
06.2015 - 09.2018

Master of Science - Psychology

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of The Sciences
Sara Durham