Shelley Marino
Stonington,ME
Summary
Clinical Supervisor with a background in behavioral health, staff management, and clinical training. Supports treatment protocols, develops individualized care plans, leads interdisciplinary meetings, and provides feedback, training, and quality assurance support to improve team effectiveness and patient care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Supervisor
Guardian Recovery/Pine Tree Recovery Center
Portland, Maine
05.2022 - 09.2026
- Guided clinical staff in adherence to treatment protocols and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and quality of care.
- Helped develop individualized care plans for patients to improve therapeutic outcomes.
- Led interdisciplinary meetings to coordinate patient care and improve service delivery.
- Trained new staff on clinical supervision practices and patient management methods.
- Completed performance reviews and shared constructive feedback to strengthen team effectiveness.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular staff meetings, case conferences, and targeted training sessions to strengthen communication and care coordination.
- Facilitated quality assurance initiatives that identified and addressed service improvement opportunities.
- Acted as a communication link between clinical staff and administration to resolve concerns and improve workflows.
Case Manager
Department of Health and Human Services, OCFS
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Coordinated client assessments to identify needs and develop tailored service plans.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored case progress, ensuring compliance with state regulations and organizational policies.
- Facilitated communication between clients and service providers, improving resource access for clients.
- Conducted regular follow-ups to evaluate client satisfaction and service effectiveness.
- Developed collaborative relationships with community organizations, increasing availability of support services.
- Led multidisciplinary team meetings, aligning strategies for effective client care and improved outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
Primary Therapist
Pinelands Recovery Center/Ambrosia Treatment
08.2015 - 12.2020
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to promote recovery.
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to enhance client coping skills.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment strategies accordingly.
- Facilitated communication among clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive treatment planning.
- Enhanced client engagement in therapy sessions through empathetic listening and motivational interviewing techniques.
- Applied trauma-informed care approaches in therapy sessions, fostering resilience among client populations.
- Reduced relapse rates for substance abuse clients by providing comprehensive aftercare planning and support resources.
- Successfully navigated challenging cases with high-risk populations by seeking supervision and consultation from experienced colleagues.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to refine therapeutic approaches.
- Educated clients and families on mental health issues to promote understanding and support.
Primary Therapist
Rehab After Work
08.2012 - 08.2015
- Provided crisis intervention and support during critical situations.
- Evaluated client progress regularly using objective assessment tools.
- Improved client outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic therapy goals, enhancing overall satisfaction with treatment outcomes.
- Empowered clients to take ownership of their recovery process by teaching essential coping skills and strategies for managing stressors outside of therapy sessions.
- Developed therapeutic alliances with clients, fostering trust and open communication that facilitated effective treatment.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for diverse populations promoting interpersonal growth and increased self-awareness among participants.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, social workers, and case managers, to enhance patient progress.
- Advocated for clients'' needs within the larger healthcare system ensuring access to necessary resources for ongoing wellness support.
- Collaborated effectively with insurance providers ensuring proper authorization and coverage for clients'' therapeutic services.
- Maintained strict adherence to ethical guidelines set forth by relevant licensing boards promoting integrity within the profession.
- Continually refined clinical skills through ongoing professional development opportunities, resulting in better client care.
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
Primary Therapist
Seabrook House
11.2010 - 08.2012
- Promoted mental health awareness within the community through participation in outreach initiatives and educational presentations.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans to address family relationship issues, destructive behavior patterns, and psychosocial challenges.
- Utilized evidence-based techniques to deliver successful treatment.
- Performed assessments to evaluate clients' mental health status, needs and goals.
- Developed strategies to help patients cope with stress and anxiety and build resilience.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and deliver treatment plans and patient care.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments.
- Utilized a variety of therapeutic modalities based on individual client needs, enhancing overall effectiveness of interventions.
- Tracked progress according to goals for interventions.
- Introduced meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques, and reiki to enhance patients' coping strategies and family support.
- Addressed cultural and diversity issues to provide clients with culturally responsive care.
- Enhanced client engagement in therapy sessions by utilizing empathetic listening and motivational interviewing techniques.
- Developed and maintained relationships with referral sources to support continuity of care.
- Contributed to a positive treatment environment by maintaining an organized caseload and thorough documentation records.
- Educated clients and families on mental health issues to promote understanding and support.
Care Coordinator
NCADD of NJ
05.2010 - 11.2011
- Coordinated patient care plans to ensure timely access to services and resources.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate interventions.
- Assessed patient needs and connected them with appropriate resources to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans to meet goals and ensure positive health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and streamline processes.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to address concerns promptly.
- Implemented tracking tools for patient progress, improving care delivery efficiency.
- Analyzed patient feedback data to identify areas for improvement in service delivery.
Primary Therapist MAT
John Brooks Recovery Center
05.2008 - 05.2010
- Developed tailored treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and client needs.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve therapeutic effectiveness and enhance recovery rates.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to support patient recovery and personal growth.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for diverse populations promoting interpersonal growth and increased self-awareness among participants.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted therapies to ensure effective treatment delivery.
- Executed crisis interventions to meet immediate patient needs and maintain safety within treatment environments.
- Empowered clients to take ownership of their recovery process by teaching essential coping skills and strategies for managing stressors outside of therapy sessions.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies and resources for ongoing support after treatment.
- Built therapeutic alliances with clients, fostering trust and open communication to enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
Case Manager/Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
Catholic Charities
09.2005 - 05.2008
- Coordinated communication between clients, service providers, and community resources to strengthen support networks.
- Provided counseling to court-adjudicated youth, fostering personal development and accountability.
- Facilitated group sessions to engage participants in discussion and skill-building activities.
- Oversaw case progress and ensured adherence to state regulations and policies.
- Conducted regular follow-ups to evaluate client satisfaction and adjust services accordingly.
Education
Master of Arts - Humanities
Rutgers University
Camden, NJ01-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Rutgers University
Camden, NJ01-1994
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality assurance
- Clinical training
- Program development
- Staff management
- Team supervision
- Staff scheduling
- Staff development
Accomplishments
- Participated in the development and growth of a virtual intensive outpatient program that grew from one state with one therapist to five states with nine therapist and a handful of 1099 employees.
- Developed the curriculum and group structure to support quality clinical care for the clients served.
Certification
- LADC (ME, NH, VT)
- CCS (ME)
- LSW-C (ME)
- LAC (CO)
- CAP (FL)
- CADC (NJ)
Timeline
Clinical Supervisor
Guardian Recovery/Pine Tree Recovery Center
05.2022 - 09.2026
Case Manager
Department of Health and Human Services, OCFS
01.2021 - 12.2021
Primary Therapist
Pinelands Recovery Center/Ambrosia Treatment
08.2015 - 12.2020
Primary Therapist
Rehab After Work
08.2012 - 08.2015
Primary Therapist
Seabrook House
11.2010 - 08.2012
Care Coordinator
NCADD of NJ
05.2010 - 11.2011
Primary Therapist MAT
John Brooks Recovery Center
05.2008 - 05.2010
Case Manager/Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
Catholic Charities
09.2005 - 05.2008
Master of Arts - Humanities
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Rutgers University