Sheritaa Pondexter
Harve De Grace,Maryland
Summary
Caring Behavioral Therapist with two years of experience helping clients with social and emotional issues develop techniques to deal with daily challenges. Expert at teaching others to tackle problems constructively through behavior modification. Flexible clinician comfortable administering individual or group therapy sessions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapist
Laurel Ridge Treatment Center
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Provided group, individual, and family therapy, and ensured proper documentation of these interventions
- Prepared individual psychosocial assessments and chemical dependency assessments for each patient according to established timeframe.
- Completed outcome measurements upon admission to be included in patient’s treatment plan
- Provided case management and discharge planning components for the patient’s treatment.
- Created aftercare plans with patients, identifying community support needs while coordinating transportation and agency resources.
- Worked collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team to achieve quality patient care.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address patients' mental health needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for shared experiences.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patient progress and adjust interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and enhance treatment efficacy.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to improve patient outcomes and engagement.
- Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
- Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
- Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
Therapist/PRN
Laurel Ridge Treatment Center
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Delivered flexible, high-standard patient care across inpatient units, seamlessly integrating into multidisciplinary care teams.
- Delivered DBT curriculum in group therapy settings, effectively managing groups of 4 to 23 members to enhance therapeutic engagement.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and case managers to streamline discharge planning, ensuring seamless continuum of care for complex patient cases.
- Maintained accurate EMR documentation under tight deadlines, providing clear justification of medical necessity and tracking patient progress.
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Master of Social Work Intern
Laurel Ridge Treatment Center
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Facilitated weekly therapy group sessions to promote coping skills, emotional regulation, and mindfulness
- Reported clinical observations to therapists and mental health care workers
- Documented clinical observations made during therapy sessions to assist in patient care to therapists and mental health care workers
- Documented personal and group therapy progress notes in compliance with UHS/LTRC policies and procedures.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Education Services
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Executed lesson plans to enhance student learning and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained classroom routines to foster supportive environments and ensure consistent schedules.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Promoted active learning by implementing strategies to keep students engaged. with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Emergency Placement Coordinator
Family Advocacy Program
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Planned, programmed, trained, and executed all functions necessary to provide the Family Advocacy staff and services for Army Community Services.
- Completed educational training in child safety, child placement, and child developmental behaviors to enhance service delivery.
- Responded to emergency placement care needs for abused and neglected children, ensuring immediate safety and support during crisis situations.
Family Advocacy Program Intern
Camp Humphries
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Planned and delivered activities and events for New Parent Support Group and Exceptional Family Members Program, enhancing community involvement.
- Educated participants on program services, increasing awareness and engagement.
- Educated potential participants on available services within the program.
- Coordinated programs and workshops for new parents and military families with program manager, strengthening support networks.
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Military Social Work
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNBachelor of Arts - Sociology
Southern New Hampshire University
HooksettGraduate Certificate - Social Work: Military
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Treatment Planning
- DBT techniques
- CBT techniques
- Group therapy facilitation
- One-on-one sessions
- Crisis management
- Patient documentation
- Referral coordination
- Building rapport
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multicultural competence
- Active listening
Accomplishments
- Master of Social Work (MSW) graduate with an academic concentration in Military Social Work
- Experience in bio-psychosocial assessments and facilitating psychoeducation groups focusing on the use of dialectical behavior therapy to treat anxiety, PTSD, and depression for veterans and active-duty members
- Dedicated and engaged professional, volunteer, and community member with broad experience helping diverse clients improve their quality of life.
- Worked with domestic violence victims, military children and spouses, and clients seeking community resources, applied crisis intervention techniques, engaged in active listening, and led educational workshops for caregivers.
- Proven record of attaining goals, assessing client’s needs, and collaborating with community members, professionals, and volunteers to achieve results.
Personal Information
Title: Entry Level Social Worker
Timeline
Therapist
Laurel Ridge Treatment Center
01.2025 - 01.2026
Therapist/PRN
Laurel Ridge Treatment Center
01.2024 - 01.2025
Master of Social Work Intern
Laurel Ridge Treatment Center
01.2023 - 01.2024
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Education Services
01.2021 - 01.2023
Emergency Placement Coordinator
Family Advocacy Program
01.2018 - 01.2020
Family Advocacy Program Intern
Camp Humphries
01.2018 - 01.2019
Graduate Certificate - Social Work: Military
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Southern New Hampshire University
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Military Social Work
Walden University