SHERRIE WELLS
Coon Rapids,MN
Summary
Dedicated Mental Health Practitioner with 20 years of experience in Social Services, specializing in the development and growth of clients facing challenges such as TBI, OCD, ADHD, and chemical dependency issues. Proven ability to implement effective life skills development programs that empower individuals to achieve personal goals. Committed to providing compassionate care and support during overnight shifts at Hovander House, Inc., ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all clients. Expertise in fostering meaningful relationships that promote healing and resilience.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Practitioner
Hovander House
St. Paul, MN
01.2005 - Current
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Ability to resolve conflict in multiple situations (conflict resolution)
- EPIC
- Credible Skills
- Assist clients with identifying new job opportunities
- Assist with personal goals attainment
- Assist clients in everyday living activities in a household environment
- Administer medications at appropriate times
- Development of problem solving skills
- Case management phone assessments regarding client goals with parents
- Timekeeping of clients
- Assignment of job duties
- Transport of clients to and from clinic appointments, daily necessities, activities
- Provide safe environment for constituents
- Monitor client behavior
- Write daily progress notes on client behavior (goals and progress)
C.I.P. Specialist
R.I.S.E.
Anoka, MN
01.2001 - Current
- Assist clients with identifying new job opportunities
- Assist with personal goals attainment
- Assist clients in everyday living activities in a corporate environment
- Administer medications at appropriate times
- Development of problem solving skills
- Case management phone assessments regarding client goals with parents
- Timekeeping of clients
- Assignment of job duties
Residential Site Instructor
Opportunity Partners, Inc.
Golden Valley, MN
01.1996 - 01.2002
- Assisted clients in everyday living activities, (cook, clean, shop)
- Administered medications at assigned times
- Documented daily progress of client(s)
Education
Lincoln Senior High
St Louis, MO1987
Skills
- CPR/First Aid
- CPI Training
- Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity Training
- Medication Administration
Civic Activities
- United Way, Fund Raiser, 01/2009, Current
- Salvation Army, Bell Ringer, 01/2009, 01/2012
Accomplishments
* Improved Client Outcomes: "Reduced client anxiety scores by 30% using CBT techniques."
* Successful Group Therapy: "Facilitated a support group that saw a 40% increase in participant attendance and positive feedback."
* Crisis Intervention: "Successfully de-escalated 15 crisis situations, preventing harm to clients and staff."
* Program Development: "Developed and implemented a new therapeutic program for adolescents with trauma, resulting in improved coping skills."
* Community Outreach: "Increased community awareness of mental health services by 20% through outreach events."
* Reduced Hospitalizations: "Decreased the number of hospitalizations among clients by 25% through proactive intervention."
Certification
* Certified drug and alcohol counselor
* Certified rehabilitation counselor
Timeline
Mental Health Practitioner
Hovander House
01.2005 - Current
C.I.P. Specialist
R.I.S.E.
01.2001 - Current
Residential Site Instructor
Opportunity Partners, Inc.
01.1996 - 01.2002
Lincoln Senior High