Sara Illiano
Lutherville,MD
Summary
Strategic-thinking, organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Adept in case management and clinical oversight. Successful at helping clients with emotional issues, identifying root causes of problems, and develop strong coping skills for diverse scenarios. Proficient in interdisciplinary collaboration with passion for leaving positive impact on patient lives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LCPC, Associate Clinical Director
NorthStar Counseling & Wellness, LLC
06.2020 - Current
- Facilitated admission process by completing phone consultations and conducted initial intakes.
- Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
- Enhanced client progress by utilizing evidence-based counseling techniques (TIC, CBT, ACT, etc) and individualized treatment plans.
- Streamlined clinical documentation, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute distress or dangerous situations.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing treatment plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and diverse needs of clients and families served.
- Attended trainings and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Provided administrative supervision and support to LGPC's.
- Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Conducted phone and video interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Negotiated competitive salary packages with candidates, resulting in successful offers and acceptances.
- Assisted in the development of company policies and procedures, contributing to an organized work environment.
- Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within workplace.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Counseling
Touro University
02.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
Washington College
Chestertown, MD05.2016
Skills
- Case Management
- Behavior Monitoring
- Emotional Intelligence
- Trauma-Informed Approaches
- Intake Interviewing
- Documentation And Reporting
- Administrative Support
- Organizational and Time Management Skills
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Competency-Based Interviewing and Recruitment
- Google Software Proficiency
Certification
- Board Approved Clinical Supervisor
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
- Clinical Supervision Success: The Complete Course for More Effective, Ethical, and Inspiring Supervision
- Lisa Ferentz Trauma Level I
- Postpartum Support International: Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
- Postpartum Support International: Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy Training
- Narcissistic Abuse and Gaslighting Treatment Course: Help Clients End Emotional Manipulation and Reclaim Their Lives from Toxic Relationships
- Disordered Eating: Somatic, Self-Compassion, and Mindfulness Interventions for Lasting Recovery
Timeline
LCPC, Associate Clinical Director
NorthStar Counseling & Wellness, LLC
06.2020 - Current
Master of Arts - Clinical Counseling
Touro University
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
Washington College
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