SHAWMELL JOHNSON
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Professional evaluator with strong analytical skills and focus on delivering actionable insights. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams, adapting to changing requirements while ensuring high standards. Skilled in data analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Known for consistently achieving results and driving impactful decisions.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outpatient Therapist
Tranquility Wellness LLC
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to support client mental health and well-being.
- Developed tailored treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and client needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and enhance therapeutic outcomes.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to implement effective interventions for diverse clientele.
- Developed treatment plans to address individual client needs.
- Conducted thorough assessments for new patients, identifying appropriate diagnoses and developing targeted treatment goals.
- Evaluated treatment progress by regularly reviewing client goals, adjusting therapeutic strategies as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Implemented a diverse range of therapeutic modalities to address clients'' varied needs and preferences, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Maintained client caseload of individuals and couples per week.
- Examined individuals per week and developed proper treatment plans.
Mental Health Evaluator I
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
01.2024 - Current
- Complete assessments of patients in the crisis response walk-in center in need of urgent and emergent assessment, intervention, and stabilization
- Provide appropriate level of crisis intervention services and refer for additional level of care when appropriate
- Complete Face-to-face evaluations, triage telephone crisis calls from the community, respond to and/or triage patient/family concerns, assist in management of all assessment records, and perform billing-related activities connected with assessments as needed
- Demonstrate appropriate crisis intervention strategies
- Provide comprehensive discharge planning, referrals and follow-up for patients and their families
- Formulate and activate crisis treatment goals and objectives
- Provide enhancement of clinical services to support the continuum of crisis care
- Ability to interview, evaluate, organize, prioritize, communicate, document, and implement a safe, comprehensive, individualized, and cost-effective plan of care and discharge plan.
School Counselor- Primary Grades Pk-4
Gesu School
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Access and neutralize behavioral needs in children
- Process evaluation for behavioral disorder and interaction of parenting connections
- Evaluate classroom management and support with strategies of child stress
- Assist with parental response and engagement
- Follow up with IEP, 504 or special assistance for child development.
Behavior Health Clinician II
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Direct observation as outlined in the Safety Observation Levels policy (TX-10-01)
- Intervening to verbally de-escalate aggression and to physically intervene using non-violent crisis intervention techniques to assure patient, family and staff safety
- In collaboration with the care team, plans, initiates and/or supervises therapeutic group activities
- Participates in development of behavior management plan with other team members
- Uses knowledge of behavioral health diagnosis/issue to understand the presenting problem and provides therapeutic direction and feedback to the patient
- Responds during a psychiatric emergency using least restrictive measures to assure patient safety
- Facilities individual therapeutic services in conjunction with plan of care.
Master's Level Clinician
Jefferson Health Hospital
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Primary partial adolescent therapist
- Facilitate all clinician group sessions, individual therapy sessions, and family meetings
- In collaboration with the care team, plans, initiates and/or supervises therapeutic group activities
- Participates in development of behavior management plan with treatment team, treatment plan updates, and discharge planning and summaries
- Uses knowledge of behavioral health diagnosis/issue to understand the presenting problem
- Maintain contact with case management, state departments.
Behavior Health Associate
Belmont Behavioral Hospital
01.2018 - 04.2020
- Collaborated with clinical teams to implement therapeutic interventions for diverse populations.
- Monitored patient progress and documented behavioral changes in electronic health records.
- Led group therapy sessions to promote engagement and foster supportive peer interactions.
- Trained new staff on protocols, policies, and best practices in behavioral health care delivery.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, encouraging active participation and promoting healthy coping strategies among patients.
Outpatient Counselor
Girard Medical Center
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Facilitate Outpatient group counseling sessions, specialty group • Maintain caseload of 1:35 patients Manage client caseload providing individual session and planning for client needs • Complete treatment plans, psychological evaluations, case management, referrals and discharge planning • Clinical chart documentation including: Treatment Plans, Progress notes, Case Consultations and Psychosocial Assessments • • Maintain consistent follow up with MAT treatment.
Outpatient Therapist
Pyramid Healthcare
04.2017 - 09.2017
- Mentored junior therapists in therapeutic techniques and case management strategies.
- Led workshops on coping strategies, stress management, and emotional resilience for clients.
- Evaluated client progress regularly to ensure alignment with treatment goals and adjust as necessary.
- Provided community resources and referrals to clients.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups to enhance clients'' understanding of their mental health conditions and promote self-management skills.
Psychiatric Technician
Brook Glenn Behavioral Health
10.2015 - 03.2017
- Monitored patient behavior and mental status to ensure safety and well-being.
- Conducted therapeutic activities to promote social skills and emotional regulation.
- Spearheaded initiatives to improve communication among team members for better service delivery.
- Implemented crisis intervention protocols when necessary, ensuring the safety of all patients and staff members involved.
- Ensured a safe and supportive environment for patients through close monitoring and crisis management techniques.
Residential Counselor
Woods Services
05.2012 - 10.2015
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for residents to enhance daily living skills.
- Facilitated therapeutic activities promoting emotional and social development among residents.
- Monitored resident behavior, providing immediate feedback to ensure safety and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess resident needs and adjust care strategies accordingly.
- Evaluated program outcomes, recommending improvements based on resident feedback and behavioral assessments.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in residential counseling and crisis intervention techniques.
Clerical Assistant
Defender Association of Philadelphia
01.2010 - 03.2012
- Organized and maintained filing systems for efficient document retrieval and management.
- Coordinated communication between departments to streamline workflow and improve collaboration.
- Assisted in data entry and record-keeping to ensure accuracy and consistency of information.
- Developed templates and standard operating procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
Clerical Assistant
Defender Association of Philadelphia
05.2006 - 08.2007
- Assisted in data entry and record-keeping to ensure accuracy and consistency of information.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for efficient document retrieval and management.
- Coordinated communication between departments to streamline workflow and improve collaboration.
- Developed templates and standard operating procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
Mental Health Associate
Defender Association of Philadelphia
05.2005 - 08.2005
- Monitored patient progress and documented behavioral changes effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote peer engagement and coping strategies.
- Provided direct support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Rosemont College
Bryn Mawr, PA05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2012
Certification
National Counselor's Examination 2025
Timeline
Outpatient Therapist
Tranquility Wellness LLC
09.2024 - Current
Mental Health Evaluator I
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
01.2024 - Current
School Counselor- Primary Grades Pk-4
Gesu School
08.2022 - 01.2024
Master's Level Clinician
Jefferson Health Hospital
03.2020 - 09.2022
Behavior Health Clinician II
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
01.2019 - 01.2024
Behavior Health Associate
Belmont Behavioral Hospital
01.2018 - 04.2020
Outpatient Counselor
Girard Medical Center
08.2017 - 01.2019
Outpatient Therapist
Pyramid Healthcare
04.2017 - 09.2017
Psychiatric Technician
Brook Glenn Behavioral Health
10.2015 - 03.2017
Residential Counselor
Woods Services
05.2012 - 10.2015
Clerical Assistant
Defender Association of Philadelphia
01.2010 - 03.2012
Clerical Assistant
Defender Association of Philadelphia
05.2006 - 08.2007
Mental Health Associate
Defender Association of Philadelphia
05.2005 - 08.2005
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Rosemont College
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Pennsylvania State University
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