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Sherri Troutman

Bowling Green,KY

Summary

Dependable professional with expertise in time management and communication. Proven ability to maintain accurate student records and ensure compliance with educational standards. Experienced Middle School Social Studies Teacher skilled in developing engaging lesson plans that cater to diverse learning needs. Demonstrated success in fostering critical thinking and promoting an inclusive classroom environment through innovative teaching methods.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Therapist

Journey Pure
Bowling Green, Kentucky
10.2022 - Current
  • Conducted individual and group counseling sessions for clients facing substance abuse challenges.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans tailored to client assessments and needs.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
  • Monitored client progress and modified treatment strategies as required.
  • Documented client interactions and maintained case files in accordance with regulatory standards.
  • Provided crisis intervention services to address urgent client needs.
  • Participated in professional development workshops focused on substance abuse counseling.

Social Service Clinician II - Treatment Director

Department of Juvenile Justice
Bowling Green, KY
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Assisted residents in adjustment to new environments and provided counseling for resident and family to assure psychosocial health and contentment.
  • Maintained consistent personal interaction with residents in addition to administrative duties to assure optimum care firsthand.
  • Responded to emergency situations and provided crisis support.
  • Taught clients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control and coping skills.

Social Service Clinician I

Department of Juvenile Justice
Cromwell , KY
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • Entered client data in centralized database and maintained up-to-date case records for all clients.
  • Interviewed family members to assess situations, capabilities and problems.
  • Conferred with clients to discuss options and goals for various services.
  • Met with clients to determine necessary services and make treatment recommendations.

Therapist

LifeSkills
Bowling Green, KY
02.2020 - 08.2020
  • Managed caseload of multiple sessions weekly using various types of therapies and approaches.
  • Documented staff information, including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.
  • Taught clients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control and coping skills.

Social Service Clinician I

Department Of Juvenile Justice
Cromwell, KY
03.2015 - 02.2020

I conduct intake interviews, individual counseling, family counseling, and group counseling sessions. I maintain accurate records. I am in charge of running treatment team for my unit and case management duties.

Therapist Intern

LifeSkills
Bowling Green, KY
09.2019 - 12.2019

I conducted individual and group counseling sessions for Adults who have severe mental illnesses, substance abuse issues, or dual diagnoses under supervision. I conducted treatment planning sessions with clients and mantain accurate client records under supervison.

  • Maintained clinical documentation of goals and progress.
  • Utilized empathy and active listening to build relationships with clients.

Social Service Clinician I

Department For Community Based Services
Morgantown, KY
03.2010 - 03.2015

I conducted allegations of abuse and neglect for children and vulnerable adults. I conducted on-going case management services for families, children, and vulnerable adults. I maintained accurate records and testified at court hearings when needed.

Youth Worker

Job Corps
Greenville, KY
01.2010 - 03.2010

I supervised the youth at Job Corps on second/third shifts.

Assistant Manager

Pizza Hut
Owensboro, KY
09.2009 - 12.2009

I supervised employees during their shift duties at Pizza Hut. I conducted inventory and made deposits to the bank for Pizza Hut.

  • Initiated inventory control measures to manage and replenish stock, maintain costs and meet customer demands while monitoring clothing, accessory and shoe levels.
  • Mentored staff to enhance skills and achieve daily targets, using hands-on and motivational leadership.

Therapist

River Valley Behavioral Health
Owensboro, KY
05.2007 - 04.2009

I conducted intake interviews and assessments. I conducted individual, family, and group counseling with in-patient and in the partial hospitalization program.

Social Studies Teacher

Christian County Public Schools
Hopkinsville, KY
08.2006 - 05.2007

I taught 7th grade social studies at Hopkinsville Middle School.

Therapist

Owensboro Behavioral Health Care
Owensboro, KY
09.2005 - 08.2006

I did mental health assessments and intake interviews. I conducted individual and family counseling.

Therapist

River Valley Behavioral Health
Owensboro, KY
01.2004 - 09.2005

I was a therapist for the Goodloe Center for Adults with Chronic Mental Illnesses and Adults with Dual Diagnoses. I conducted individual and group counseling. I helped teach the adults on my unit job skills and social skills. I maintained accurate records for my clients.

IMPACT Plus Youth Service Worker

River Valley Behavioral Health
Owensboro, KY
03.2003 - 01.2004

I mentored children and families. I also helped families contact needed resources in the community. I developed case plans for the families and children.

Middle School Counselor

Owen County Board Of Education
Owenton, KY
01.2002 - 01.2003

I was the chairperson for the ARC committee. I counseled children individually and conducted classroom guidance lessons with the children.

Elementary School Counselor

McLean County Board Of Education
Calhoun, KY
08.2000 - 12.2001

I began the Elementary School Counseling Program in McLean County Schools. I conducted individual counseling and classroom guidance lessons for the children. I also conducted IQ screeners and achievement testing.

Youth Service Worker / FRYSC

McLean County Board Of Education
Calhoun, KY
01.2000 - 08.2000

I worked with families and children to help them get the needed community resources for the children to be successful in school. I also helped the school system with testing and assessments while I was doing my counseling practicum. I was promoted to counselor after my practicum was completed.

Social Studies Teacher

Daviess County Public Schools
Owensboro, KY
08.1997 - 12.1999

I taught high school social studies.

Social Studies Teacher

Henderson County Board Of Education
Henderson, KY
08.1995 - 05.1997

I taught high school social studies.

Education

Rank I - Counseling

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
08-2002

Master of Arts - School Counseling

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
08.1999

Bachelor of Arts - History And Psychology

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
05.1995

Skills

  • Student engagement and collaboration
  • Project-based learning
  • Creative problem solving
  • Video conferencing and facilitation
  • Activity planning and facilitation
  • Professionalism

Licensure

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - Issued 12/20/2019 - License # 103889

Certification

  • Social Studies Grades 7-12 Teaching Certificate.
  • School Counseling Certificate Grades K-12
  • LPCC Licensure

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Therapist

Journey Pure
10.2022 - Current

Social Service Clinician II - Treatment Director

Department of Juvenile Justice
11.2021 - 10.2022

Social Service Clinician I

Department of Juvenile Justice
05.2021 - 11.2021

Therapist

LifeSkills
02.2020 - 08.2020

Therapist Intern

LifeSkills
09.2019 - 12.2019

Social Service Clinician I

Department Of Juvenile Justice
03.2015 - 02.2020

Social Service Clinician I

Department For Community Based Services
03.2010 - 03.2015

Youth Worker

Job Corps
01.2010 - 03.2010

Assistant Manager

Pizza Hut
09.2009 - 12.2009

Therapist

River Valley Behavioral Health
05.2007 - 04.2009

Social Studies Teacher

Christian County Public Schools
08.2006 - 05.2007

Therapist

Owensboro Behavioral Health Care
09.2005 - 08.2006

Therapist

River Valley Behavioral Health
01.2004 - 09.2005

IMPACT Plus Youth Service Worker

River Valley Behavioral Health
03.2003 - 01.2004

Middle School Counselor

Owen County Board Of Education
01.2002 - 01.2003

Elementary School Counselor

McLean County Board Of Education
08.2000 - 12.2001

Youth Service Worker / FRYSC

McLean County Board Of Education
01.2000 - 08.2000

Social Studies Teacher

Daviess County Public Schools
08.1997 - 12.1999

Social Studies Teacher

Henderson County Board Of Education
08.1995 - 05.1997

Master of Arts - School Counseling

Western Kentucky University

Bachelor of Arts - History And Psychology

Western Kentucky University

Rank I - Counseling

Western Kentucky University