Shannon Tomkins
Herndon,VA
Summary
Poised and skilled Clinical Instructor searching for a position as an Academic Advisor with George Mason University, Honors College. Proficient in relationship building, crisis de-escalation, and collaboration across departments. Gifted in advising students on courses to enroll in to fulfill their college degree and eager to learn about GMU's advisor role.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Educator
Amerihealth Caritas: Clinical Educator
Philadelphia, PA
05.2017 - Current
- Facilitator for current Project ECHO, Extension of Healthcare Outcomes clinics.
- Planner for Project ECHO when new markets include clinics in their state contracts
- Instructor for Motivational Interviewing to associates of Amerihealth Caritas at all Lines of Business
- Instructor for Mandt to associates to ensure they can handle crisis de-escalation techniques
- Instructor for Mental Health First Aid for Adults and Adolescents Curriculum
- Coordinator for Mental Health First Aid to create, schedule, and facilitate courses
- Collaborate with Clinical Education team, Utilization Management, & Instructional design to prepare curriculum materials
Clinical Care Manager
Aetna Better Health of Louisiana
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided care management to members enrolled in Medicaid in LA
- Collaborated with care team including nurses, social workers, counselors, and other staff to ensure continuity of care
- Administered the PASRR “Level II” (Preadmission Screening and Resident Review) when required by OBH (Office of Behavioral Health) to assess members in inpatient hospitals and/or nursing facility.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Lane, Medical
Baker, LA
01.2016 - 03.2016
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Behavioral Health Program: PRN, LPC, Provided group psychotherapy and psycho education groups for adults and geriatric clients dealing with chronic mental illness
- Coordinated with psychiatrist, nurse practitioner, and clinical staff to determine client’s progress in treatment, criteria to maintain level of treatment in IOP program, and discharge planning.
Academic Counselor
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2012 - 12.2015
- Provided academic, personal, and career counseling to students enrolled in the College in addition to new freshman, re- entry students, and transfer students
- Managed College involvement in Comprehensive Academic Tracking System (CATS)
- Coordinated retention initiatives and participated in recruitment activities
- Assisted students with scheduling during SPIN(Spring Invitational), transfer and FOAP (freshmen) orientations
- Served as Hearing Panelist for the Office of Student Advocacy & Accountability.
- Advised students on course selection, pathways and career options.
- Coordinated with faculty and staff to aid in resolution of academic problems.
Social Services Coordinator
Clare Manor
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
05.2011 - 02.2012
- Coordinated social service activities with other departments for residents
- Developed, administered, and coordinated department policies and procedures.
Therapist
Beacon Behavioral Health
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
06.2009 - 12.2010
- Provided individual counseling
- Facilitated group psychotherapy and psycho education groups for adult and geriatric clients dealing with chronic mental illness.
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Tau Center
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
10.2008 - 05.2009
- Facilitated group treatment for adults in the Intensive Outpatient Program for Chemical Dependency and Inpatient Detoxification Unit
- Conducted individual and family counseling.
Education
Master of Arts - Community Counseling
Marymount University
08.2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Louisiana State University
08.2005
Skills
- Proficient in
- Microsoft software
- Managing Student Schedules
- Small Group Instruction
- Learning Management Systems
- Academic Advising
- Developing Curriculum
- Hands-On Clinical Instruction
- Advising Students
- Recruiting Students
Timeline
Clinical Educator
Amerihealth Caritas: Clinical Educator
05.2017 - Current
Clinical Care Manager
Aetna Better Health of Louisiana
02.2016 - 05.2017
Licensed Professional Counselor
Lane, Medical
01.2016 - 03.2016
Academic Counselor
Louisiana State University
02.2012 - 12.2015
Social Services Coordinator
Clare Manor
05.2011 - 02.2012
Therapist
Beacon Behavioral Health
06.2009 - 12.2010
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Tau Center
10.2008 - 05.2009
Master of Arts - Community Counseling
Marymount University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Louisiana State University
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