Sheryl Gibson
TN
Summary
Clinical professional skilled in overseeing patient care and guiding teams to achieve optimal clinical outcomes. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to evolving healthcare needs. Expertise in clinical assessments, treatment planning, and staff development. Reliable leader known for fostering supportive and results-driven environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Supervisor & scheduling coordinator
Stepping Stones
04.2024 - 06.2025
- Supervised clinical operations, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and quality standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans for clients.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment strategies based on feedback and outcomes.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new staff on best practices and compliance.
- Trained new employees in company policies and procedures, as well as led Treatment teams and staff education meetings.
Substance use counselor
Protea Behavioral Health
05.2022 - 04.2024
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support client substance use recovery and mental health needs.
- Completed Biopsychosocial assessments, Treatment plans and discharge plans.
- Led Treatment teams
- Oversaw team of case management, peer support and clinical staff
- Conducted assessments to identify client issues and track progress effectively.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to enhance client coping strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention support, ensuring safety and stability for clients in distress.
- Educated clients on mental health resources, promoting self-advocacy and independence.
Substance use counselor
Cumberland River Behavioral Health
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support client mental health needs.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-sufficiency.
Deputy Jailer
Whitley County Detention Center
10.2015 - 09.2016
- Supervised inmate activities and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to maintain security standards.
- Assisted in the intake process, processing new inmates efficiently.
- Managed inmate records and maintained accurate documentation systems.
- Trained junior staff on operational procedures and safety measures.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to de-escalate tense situations.
- Enhanced inmate safety by conducting thorough cell searches and confiscating contraband items.
- Assisted in reducing recidivism rates by providing inmates with educational resources and support.
- Provided assistance during emergencies, effectively handling situations such as medical crises or altercations between inmates.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of facility-wide emergency drills, ensuring preparedness for potential crises within the jail setting.
- Developed strong rapport with local law enforcement agencies, facilitating effective information sharing related to inmate backgrounds or ongoing investigations.
- Managed high-stress situations calmly and efficiently, de-escalating potentially dangerous incidents before they escalated further.
- Ensured timely and accurate recordkeeping for all inmate files, including intake documents, incident reports, and release paperwork.
- Contributed to maintaining a secure facility by diligently monitoring inmate activities and behavior.
- Trained new deputy jailers on department policies, procedures, and best practices for maintaining a safe working environment within the correctional setting.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain order and enforce facility rules consistently among inmates.
- Improved communication between staff members through the implementation of daily shift briefings.
- Facilitated the transport of inmates to court appearances, medical appointments, and other off-site locations while ensuring security at all times.
- Aided in the resolution of conflicts between inmates through mediation techniques and appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
Education
BA - Interdisciplinary Studies, Social Science, Criminal Justice
Liberty University
LynchburgSkills
- Psychotherapy
- Treatment planning
- Discharge planning
- Clinical documentation
- Supervision
- Scheduling management
- Leadership
- Communication
- Billing
- Team collaboration
- Clinical supervision
- Avatar
- Therapy Notes
- Telehealth services
- De-escalation
- Resource allocation
- Billing knowledge
- Scheduling coordination
- Resource management
- Scheduling management
- Staff scheduling
- Supervising
- Team supervision
- Staff education
- Staff development
- Medical records
- Clinical training
- Communication skills
- Group facilitation
- Documentation
- EMR
- Communication skills
- De-escalation skills
- Process improvement
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Substance abuse
- Critical thinking
Certification
Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor CADC Kentucky
Section name
- ASAM 4th Edition 2025
- ASAM American Society of addiction Medicine
Timeline
Clinical Supervisor & scheduling coordinator
Stepping Stones
04.2024 - 06.2025
Substance use counselor
Protea Behavioral Health
05.2022 - 04.2024
Substance use counselor
Cumberland River Behavioral Health
06.2018 - 02.2019
Deputy Jailer
Whitley County Detention Center
10.2015 - 09.2016
BA - Interdisciplinary Studies, Social Science, Criminal Justice
Liberty University