Shakila Lattimore
Mental Health
Cowpens,SC
Summary
Mental health professional/Addiction Specialist with solid experience in providing therapeutic support and developing individualized treatment plans. Adept at crisis intervention, patient assessment, and evidence-based therapy techniques. Strong focus on collaborative team efforts and achieving positive outcomes. Known for adaptability and reliability, with skills in communication, empathy, and problem-solving.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Professional/Addiction Specialist
Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center
08.2023 - Current
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and client needs.
- Provided targeted therapeutic interventions for clients experiencing a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma-related issues, and substance abuse concerns.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate holistic care strategies for clients.
- Trained and mentored junior staff in therapeutic techniques and client engagement practices.
- Conducted crisis intervention assessments, ensuring immediate support for at-risk individuals.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Maintained strong working relationships with community organizations to facilitate referrals and provide comprehensive resources for clients'' ongoing care needs.
- Continually expanded professional knowledge through participation in relevant training workshops and conferences to enhance service delivery quality.
- Increased client retention rates by consistently demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to excellent patient care.
Addiction Counselor
The Forester Center of Behavioral Health
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed personalized treatment plans tailored to client needs and recovery goals.
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions promoting coping strategies and support networks.
- Conducted assessments to identify clients' substance use issues and co-occurring disorders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, to help clients overcome personal barriers to recovery.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Cherokee County Commission, Drug Abuse
06.2020 - 09.2022
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Directed family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent and individualized intakes and assessments.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Substance Abuse Counselor/Grant Coordinator
BHG Spartanburg
06.2018 - 05.2020
- BHG SPARTANBURG
- Assess and develop individualized treatment plans to help patients accomplish their targeted goals
- Serve as patient advocate, voicing patients' needs and concerns to facilitate between patients and health care team
- Initiate referrals for social services programs including financial, psychosocial, community and state supportive services toward maintaining sobriety.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and progress evaluations.
- Participated in community outreach efforts, raising awareness about the availability of local substance abuse treatment resources.
- Assisted clients in navigating insurance processes related to their treatment coverage options, reducing barriers to accessing care.
- Coordinated grant proposals, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and deadlines.
- Developed grant management processes to enhance efficiency and minimize errors.
- Reviewed financial reports, ensuring alignment with grant regulations and organizational policies.
- Secured additional funding sources by establishing strong relationships with funders and regularly attending networking events.
Executive Director
PEACH CENTER
11.2016 - 06.2018
- Oversee day to day operations of a non-profit organization
- Planning and executing multiple successful fundraisers
- Grant writing with a success rate of 95% being approved
- Networking with other agencies to meet the needs of the community
- Conducted analysis to address poverty issues which led to finding job opportunities, and higher education for many of my clients
- Monitor multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory
- Effectively controlled the release of confidential information for general client lists.
- Negotiated new annual contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Recruited new members by networking at community events and distributing promotional materials to attendees.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
CHEROKEE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
11.2013 - 11.2016
- Enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among classroom students
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
HUMAN RESOURCE COODINATOR
CRE CARE MANAGEMENT
11.2008 - 08.2011
- Explained human resources policies and procedures to all employees
- Conducted telephone and on-site exit interviews for all employees
- Managed communication regarding employee orientation and open enrollment for benefits
- Completed payroll processing from start to finish for more than 80 employees
- Resolved personnel issues regarding human resources matters needing clarification, submissions and corrections.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Service Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA06.2021
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK -
LIMESTONE COLLEGE
Gaffney, SC12.2015
Master of Social Work -
Limestone University
Gaffney, SC12-2023
Skills
- Grant proposal development
- Proficient in team collaboration
- Individualized care approach
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Proficient in strategic planning
- One-on-one counseling
- Coordinating community resource connections
- Counseling for family dynamics
- Clinical evaluation skills
- Laboratory specimen analysis
- Facilitating group counseling
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- CADC - Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
- CSIP- Certified Clinical Supervisor in Process
- Certified Domestic Violence Counselor
- Certified Gambling Counselor
Timeline
Mental Health Professional/Addiction Specialist
Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center
08.2023 - Current
Addiction Counselor
The Forester Center of Behavioral Health
12.2022 - 08.2023
Substance Abuse Counselor
Cherokee County Commission, Drug Abuse
06.2020 - 09.2022
Substance Abuse Counselor/Grant Coordinator
BHG Spartanburg
06.2018 - 05.2020
Executive Director
PEACH CENTER
11.2016 - 06.2018
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
CHEROKEE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
11.2013 - 11.2016
HUMAN RESOURCE COODINATOR
CRE CARE MANAGEMENT
11.2008 - 08.2011
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK -
LIMESTONE COLLEGE
Master of Arts - Human Service Counseling
Liberty University
Master of Social Work -
Limestone University