Selah Mitchell
Longview,WA
Summary
Experienced Mental Health Clinician specializing in crisis intervention and care coordination. Skilled in motivational interviewing and team collaboration to enhance operational efficiency and deliver effective behavioral health services. Expertise in treatment planning and adherence to industry standards, with comprehensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Knowledgeable in community-based education initiatives to improve patient health and understanding.
Overview
1
1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Clinician / Zone Leader
Core Health
01.2024 - Current
- Delivered individual and group behavioral health services, including assessments and treatment planning.
- Conducted crisis intervention and coordinated care to meet client needs in schools, community, and homeless shelters.
- Provided clinical support as zone leader to strengthen staff capabilities and streamline operations.
- Coordinated team operations to maintain high standards of client care and ensure regulatory compliance.
Health Aid/Caregiver
Consumer Direct Washington
01.2021 - Current
- Facilitated daily living support for patients, including hygiene, meal preparation, medication management, safety practices, and transportation to medical appointments, enhancing overall well-being.
- Administered medication and monitored health conditions according to healthcare professionals' instructions.
- Provided daily personal care and support to clients in their homes.
- Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring safety during daily activities.
Early Interventionist
Columbia Wellness
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Delivered individual and group interventions for parents/caregivers, conducted developmental screenings, and connected families to mental health services and resources to support child development.
- Provided crisis intervention services to children and parents in school environment, facilitating immediate support and resources during critical situations.
- Tracked and documented client progress to inform treatment plans and ensure effective interventions.
- Facilitate group counseling sessions.
Education Assistant
ESD 112
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Prepared lessons, supported students, managed classroom, and addressed needs of students with special and severe behavioral challenges.
- Taught and instructed youth in Cowlitz County Juvenile detention center, fostering engagement and learning.
- Evaluated student assignments to assess understanding and provide tailored feedback.
Substitute Teacher
Ridgefield School District
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for preschool through high school students, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Applied diverse instructional methods to address varied student needs across grade levels.
- Applied curriculum knowledge to tailor instruction, enhancing learning outcomes across diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to effectively teach reading and writing, contributing to student literacy development.
Educational Planner-Nursing/Allied Health
Lower Columbia College
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Counseled students in clarifying educational, career, and life goals through career exploration, connecting them to relevant programs of study and support services.
- Delivered supportive intervention and outreach to students in crisis, ensuring timely access to necessary resources and support.
- Developed academic schedules aligning with institutional policies and student needs.
- Coordinated with faculty to ensure course offerings met student demand and accreditation standards.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline planning processes and enhance collaboration.
Social Worker II-LCC/Head Start/ECEAP
Lower Columbia College
01.1999 - 01.2008
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and staff to strengthen relationships with families from diverse cultural, educational, and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Taught in classroom setting, shared community resources with families and children, enhancing access to support and services.
- Collaborated with team members to address and resolve conflicts using effective communication and problem-solving strategies, fostering a more cohesive team environment.
Education
M.D. - Educational Leadership
Concordia University
Portland, Oregon04-2013
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Human Development, Psychology
Washington State University
Vancouver, WASkills
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral assessments
- Treatment planning
- Child behavior management
- Case management
- Care coordination
- Motivational interviewing
- Group facilitation
- Mental health advocacy
- Risk assessment
- Problem-solving
- Leadership skills
- Software skills
Certification
- Washington State Department of Health- Certified Counselor Agency Affiliated
- Washington State Teaching Certificate (emergency substitute)
- Health Care Aid
- Certified Life Coach -Wild University
- CBT- Trauma, Dialect Behavioral Therapy, CBT psychosis, Love and Logic facilitator
- Strengthening Families
- Harbor-view Forensic Intervention
Skills And Trainings
- Motivational Interviewing
- Triple P positive parenting program
- Group Facilitator
- Leadership
- Computer skills
- CPR/First Aid
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Community resources
- Case management
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Health Aid Certified
- Computer proficiency
- People skills
- Planning
- Knowledgeable in computer software
- Teaching
- Curriculum development
- Instruction
- Administration
Timeline
Mental Health Clinician / Zone Leader
Core Health
01.2024 - Current
Health Aid/Caregiver
Consumer Direct Washington
01.2021 - Current
Early Interventionist
Columbia Wellness
01.2020 - 01.2024
Education Assistant
ESD 112
01.2019 - 01.2020
Substitute Teacher
Ridgefield School District
01.2013 - 01.2019
Educational Planner-Nursing/Allied Health
Lower Columbia College
01.2008 - 01.2013
Social Worker II-LCC/Head Start/ECEAP
Lower Columbia College
01.1999 - 01.2008
M.D. - Educational Leadership
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Human Development, Psychology
Washington State University