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Sidra Beckett

Sidra Beckett

Boise,Idaho

Summary

Clinical mental health professional with expertise in clinical conceptualization and operational development. Proven ability to implement evidence-based practices that enhance client outcomes and promote teamwork. Experienced in program development and emotional intelligence training, driving positive change in mental health care.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Practice Clinician

Sidra Beckett Counseling, LLC
Boise, Id
05.2015 - Current
  • Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans to meet the needs of clients.
  • Provided crisis intervention services in a timely manner to ensure safety of clients.
  • Advised individuals regarding medication compliance, lifestyle changes, stress reduction techniques.
  • Attended professional development workshops and seminars related to clinical practice areas such as trauma informed care or evidence based practices.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate care for clients.
  • Performed risk assessment evaluations for suicidal or homicidal ideation among clients.
  • Provided psycho-educational support to families by educating them about their loved one's diagnosis and treatment plan.
  • Conducted initial assessments, including mental status exams, to determine appropriate level of care for clients.

Director of Operations

Cultivation Counseling
Boise, Id
07.2022 - 04.2023
  • Coordinate and integrate the development and implementation of new policies and procedures
  • Develop solutions to achieve strategic goals of company
  • Support alignment between leadership and clinical team
  • Tracks progress/outcomes of initiatives
  • Compliance and Risk Assessments/Actions
  • Education/Training of all staff
  • Credentialing of clinical/medication staff
  • Auditing of documentation best practices

Clinical Mental Health Therapist

St. Luke’s Children’s Neurobehavioral Medicine
Boise, Id
10.2014 - 10.2018
  • Provide clinical therapeutic counseling services to children, adolescents and families as ordered by a physician.
  • Implements and directs multi-faceted clinical therapy, and applies clinical skills to client and family needs; completes baseline assessments and formulates therapeutic recommendations.
  • Works as a member of a multidisciplinary team to meet functional goals of patient and family and adheres to Medicaid’s rules and regulations for counseling as standard of practice for documentation.
  • Direct marketing to physician groups regarding services and therapeutic goals and outcomes or programs.
  • Development of intake/outcomes/assessment documentation as part of a Program Development team.
  • Presented on Mental Health in the Children’s Specialty Clinic for population of chronic medical illness

Pediatric Clinical Counselor

St. Luke’s Elks Children’s Rehab
Meridian, Id
09.2013 - 10.2014
  • Provide clinical therapeutic counseling services to children, adolescents and families as ordered by a physician.
  • Implements and directs multi-faceted clinical therapy, and applies clinical skills to client and family needs; completes baseline assessments and formulates therapeutic recommendations.
  • Works as a member of a multidisciplinary team to meet functional goals of patient and family and adheres to Medicaid’s rules and regulations for counseling as standard of practice for documentation.
  • Direct marketing to physician groups regarding services and therapeutic goals and outcomes or programs.
  • Development of intake/outcomes/assessment documentation as part of a Program Development team.
  • Design a Quality of Life patient survey for Pediatric population served.
  • Design a Parent Satisfaction Survey for Parent population
  • Presented on Mental Health in the Children’s Specialty Clinic for population of chronic medical illness
  • Presented to entire Children’s Rehab team on Motivational Interviewing and Stages of Change to produce best outcomes

Student Support Specialist/Counseling Intern

ANSER Charter School
Boise, Idaho
08.2010 - 06.2013
  • Provide therapeutic/academic intervention services to children, adolescents, and adults using individual, family, and group systemic theories.
  • Assist general education teachers in the success of students with emotional disabilities.
  • Implemented a school-wide conflict resolution/problem solving program.
  • Designed and implemented a school wide accommodations/modifications curriculum
  • Responsible for after school homework club.
  • Observe behavior and produce a behavior plan/treatment plan based on data collected.
  • Teach secondary academic material to students with emotional disabilities.
  • Teach social skills to help student population function in general education classroom.
  • Provide an approachable but professional atmosphere to open lines of communication between students, staff, families, and community.
  • Abide by all confidentiality laws and regulations that come with special education documents.
  • Work closely with team members to establish successful environment for students.
  • Work closely with Social Workers, Psychologists, and Administration to provide best care for students.
  • Co-Facilitate groups with student population of emotional disabilities.

Special Education Paraprofessional- Excel Program

Hillside Junior High School
Boise, Idaho
08.2009 - 06.2010
  • Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
  • Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
  • Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
  • Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
  • Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
  • Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
  • Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
  • Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
  • Facilitated communication between home and school by providing information about student progress and activities at school.

Special Education Paraprofessional- Excel Program

Boise High School
Boise, Idaho
08.2008 - 06.2009
  • Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
  • Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
  • Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
  • Facilitated communication between home and school by providing information about student progress and activities at school.
  • Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
  • Maintained records of student progress and communicated results to parents and other school personnel.

Special Education Paraprofessional- Work-Op Program

Capital High School
Boise, Idaho
10.2004 - 06.2005
  • Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
  • Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
  • Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
  • Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
  • Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
  • Notified instructors of errors or problems with assignments.
  • Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
  • Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
  • Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.

Special Education Paraprofessional- Excel Program

East Junior High School
Boise, Idaho
12.1999 - 06.2003
  • Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
  • Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
  • Developed assignments for pupils to apply learning.
  • Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
  • Taught note-taking techniques and test strategies.
  • Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
  • Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
  • Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
  • Reviewed and reported on IEP progress.

Education

Clinical License - LCPC

Idaho Licensing Bureau
Boise, ID
07.2015

Master of Science in Counseling - LPC

Northwest Nazarene University
Nampa, ID
05.2013

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Boise State University
Boise, ID
05.2010

Skills

  • Cultural transformation
  • Organizational Operations
  • Clinical Supervisor for LPC license
  • Emotional intelligence training
    Team building strategies
    Conflict resolution techniques
  • Professional growth strategy
  • ADHD/Executive Functioning
  • Leadership Development
  • Program Development
  • Developmental Theory
  • Patient Education
  • Documentation Auditing
  • Policy development
  • Outcome tracking
  • Program evaluation
  • Clinical education
  • Evidence-based practices
  • Ethical practice
  • Behavior Modification
  • Autism/Asperger’s
  • Productivity Coaching
  • Solution-Focused
  • Anxiety
  • Social/Collective Theory
  • Interpersonal Relationships
  • PTSD/Trauma

Community Service

Member of ACA, ICA, IAMFC, NCDA, ASCA, and ISCA, Board Member for Snake River Alliance(2014-2015), Fundraising Coordinator and board member for Allies Linked for the Prevention of HIV and AIDS (ALPHA) 2006-2010., Board member of non-profit Equine Partners LLC (2013), Presented Community Education on “Children & Technology” (2/14), Presented “Chronically Ill Children and Mental Health” to Pediatric Specialty Clinic (2/14), Presented “Understanding Barriers to Treatment and Readiness to Change Scale” to Children’s Rehab Staff (12/14, 2/15 & 1/17), Presented “Mental Health in the Classroom” at the Idaho Prevention Conference April 2018, Sun Valley ID

References

  • Beth, Bolen, Supervisor, bolenb@slhs.org, (208) 381-5970, Professional
  • Brian, Huck, LCSW, huckb@slhs.org, (208) 381-5970, (208) 284-4101, St Luke’s Children’s, Professional
  • Jane, Krum, LCSW, krumj@slhs.org, (208) 381-5970, (208) 731-6556, St Luke’s Children’s, Professional
  • Lori, Fairgrieve, Professor, lafairgrieve@nnu.edu, (208) 467-8343, Personal
  • Mike, Cutler, Professor, martincutler@boisestate.edu, (208) 426-1307, Personal

Timeline

Director of Operations

Cultivation Counseling
07.2022 - 04.2023

Private Practice Clinician

Sidra Beckett Counseling, LLC
05.2015 - Current

Clinical Mental Health Therapist

St. Luke’s Children’s Neurobehavioral Medicine
10.2014 - 10.2018

Pediatric Clinical Counselor

St. Luke’s Elks Children’s Rehab
09.2013 - 10.2014

Student Support Specialist/Counseling Intern

ANSER Charter School
08.2010 - 06.2013

Special Education Paraprofessional- Excel Program

Hillside Junior High School
08.2009 - 06.2010

Special Education Paraprofessional- Excel Program

Boise High School
08.2008 - 06.2009

Special Education Paraprofessional- Work-Op Program

Capital High School
10.2004 - 06.2005

Special Education Paraprofessional- Excel Program

East Junior High School
12.1999 - 06.2003

Clinical License - LCPC

Idaho Licensing Bureau

Master of Science in Counseling - LPC

Northwest Nazarene University

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Boise State University

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