Sherri Wiltshire
Savannah
Summary
Professional therapist skilled in delivering client-centered therapy and mental health assessments. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized treatment plans. Reliable and adaptable, consistently achieving positive outcomes through teamwork and innovative approaches.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counseling Psychologist
Department Of Defense Army
Fort Stewart, GA, United States
03.2010 - Current
- Conducted assessments and evaluations to determine appropriate counseling interventions.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to foster positive change in clients'' lives.
- Developed and maintained positive working relationships with Chain of Command, medical personnel, and Behavioral Health in order to coordinate treatment efforts and ensure continuity of care.
- Developed and implemented individualized counseling plans for active duty soldiers to enhance personal growth and resilience.
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring timely support for individuals in distressing situations.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress reports for efficient case management purposes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care strategies tailored to client needs.
- Documented annual salary of 110,955 USD.
- Tracked weekly work hours at 40.
- Identified position series as 0180, GS Grade 12.
- Supervisor: Mr. Keith Wheeler (571-801-5920)
- Confirmed permission to contact supervisor for inquiries.
Program Specialist II
Charleston Center
Charleston, SC, United States
10.2006 - 03.2010
- Developed and implemented program strategies to enhance client engagement and service delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.
- Led quality assurance efforts, ensuring program standards met regulatory requirements consistently.
Utilization Review Case Manager
SC Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services
Columbia, SC, United States
02.2004 - 06.2006
- Served as Utilization Review Case Manager to review requests for authorization to bill Medicaid for substance abuse treatment services.
- Acted as the state’s Gambling Services Specialist.
- Managed the Gambling Services grant from the South Carolina Lottery Commission.
Clinical Counselor
Tri-County Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Orangeburg, SC, United States
12.2002 - 02.2004
- Facilitated family therapy sessions to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and promote healthier family dynamics.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate client mental health and substance use issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients' mental health needs.
Case Manager/Juvenile Justice Programs
SC Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services
Columbia, SC, United States
11.2000 - 12.2002
- Functioned as the primary case manager to facilitate the re-entry of incarcerated juveniles dealing with substance abuse issues.
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments with Juveniles on a regular basis prior to re-entry to identify needed services in their home county upon release.
- Organized and participated in multidisciplinary staffings to include representatives from the Juveniles home county to coordinate services upon release.
- Maintained ongoing working relationships with Parole Board members to keep them informed of services arranged in the Juveniles home county and to keep up with potential release dates.
Clinical Counselor
Parent and Child Family Counseling Center
Savannah, GA, United States
01.2000 - 12.2000
- Delivered alcohol and drug prevention curriculum to adolescents referred by school district, fostering awareness and resilience against substance use.
- Conducted individual therapy for victims of domestic violence and their children, promoting healing and empowerment.
- Provided mental health services to people with HIV/AIDS at the County Health Department.
- Provided counseling to homeless persons with HIV/AIDS at homeless shelter through Health Department.
- Counseled homeless individuals with HIV/AIDS at shelter, facilitating access to vital health resources and support.
Clinical Counselor
Tri-County Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Orangeburg, SC, United States
08.1999 - 12.1999
- Delivered intensive outpatient treatment to adolescents with substance abuse issues, facilitating both group and individual counseling sessions to promote recovery.
- Coordinated case management and referral services for clients and families, ensuring access to necessary resources and support for sustained recovery.
Clinical Counselor
Lexington/Richland Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council
Columbia, SC, United States
01.1998 - 08.1999
- Provided intensive case management services to adolescents in the Juvenile Drug Court Program.
- Provided group counseling and conducted regular, random drug screening.
- Extensive documentation on clinical services and conducted in-depth assessments on all clients served.
Education
Professional -
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC, United States05-2002
Master's Degree - Community Counseling
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA, United States12-1997
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology
Armstrong State College
Savannah, GA, United States06-1994
Skills
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Substance abuse counseling
- Mental health treatment
- Intake assessments
- Group counseling
- HIPAA and confidentiality compliance
- Crisis intervention
- Records maintenance
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Building rapport
- Reliability
Certification
- General Psychopathology, Professional, Ethical and Legal Issues in Counseling, Classification and Assessment of Mental Disorders
- Licensed Professional Counselor, State of SC, License # 4134
- Certified Addictions Counselor II, State of SC, Cert. # 0907176
- Certified as an instructor for Prime for Life curriculum.
- Have taken and passed the National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Exam (required by Tri-Care to be Independent Practitioner)
- Basic Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy
- Have received a significant amount of training in Motivational Enhancement Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
- Have attended numerous trainings on domestic violence, child abuse and the relationship to substance abuse.
- Participated in several trainings on Disaster Relief in 2005 and 2006.
- Participated in an externship in Functional Family Therapy.
- Previously certified as a foster home investigator and conducted investigations of potential foster parents.
- I have attended multiple trainings on Medicaid standards and participated in quarterly Medicaid audits of clinical files.
Timeline
Counseling Psychologist
Department Of Defense Army
03.2010 - Current
Program Specialist II
Charleston Center
10.2006 - 03.2010
Utilization Review Case Manager
SC Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services
02.2004 - 06.2006
Clinical Counselor
Tri-County Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
12.2002 - 02.2004
Case Manager/Juvenile Justice Programs
SC Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services
11.2000 - 12.2002
Clinical Counselor
Parent and Child Family Counseling Center
01.2000 - 12.2000
Clinical Counselor
Tri-County Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
08.1999 - 12.1999
Clinical Counselor
Lexington/Richland Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council
01.1998 - 08.1999
Master's Degree - Community Counseling
Georgia Southern University
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology
Armstrong State College
Professional -
University of South Carolina
Additional Information
- May 2006-October 2006: I did not work during this time period due to caring for my newborn daughter.
- Additional Skills:
- -Proficient in word processing software such as Word, Excel, Power Point
- -Ability to type at least 55-60 words per minute. Good time management skills.
- -Able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- -Believes strongly in providing quality customer care.
Licenses/Certifications
Licensed Professional Counselor, State of South Carolina, License Number: 4134
Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC), State of South Carolina, Certification Number 1907308