- Juvenile Justice Advocacy
- Art Therapy & Music Therapy
- Travel & Cultural Awareness
- Youth Development and Mentorship
Sierra Harris
Redford
Summary
A highly collaborative team player dedicated to driving positive change and delivering impactful outcomes for individuals. Experienced in collaborative care, therapeutic techniques, crisis intervention, and case management. Recognized for adaptability in dynamic settings and providing consistent support to both clients and team members. An effective communicator committed to fostering a supportive, results-oriented environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child & Family Clinician
Lincoln Behavioral Services
08.2024 - Current
- Deliver strength-based, family-oriented services to children, adolescents, and young adults facing emotional, cognitive, or behavioral challenges.
- Assist families with self-care, social functioning, and educational performance
- Advocate and collaborate with community resources, including school systems, to enhance academic outcomes and support family needs
- Provided crisis intervention to families during times of heightened stress or conflict, deescalating situations as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for clients and their families.
- Increased client engagement with community resources by offering referral services and coordinating care with external providers.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for families experiencing similar challenges, creating a supportive environment for shared learning experiences.
Clinician
Journey To Clarity Counseling Services
06.2023 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand clients' mental health needs.
- Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating various therapeutic modalities
- Provide individual and group therapy sessions, fostering a safe and supportive environment.
- Maintain accurate and confidential clinical records in compliance with organizational and legal standards.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care.
- Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with therapeutic practices.
Youth Specialist
Children's Village
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Maintained safety and security of youth under care.
- Supervision and Care: Monitor and guide the daily activities of neglected and delinquent youths, ensuring their safety and adherence to facility rules.
- Behavior Documentation: Observe resident behavior, maintain detailed records, and prepare reports to inform treatment plans and staff discussions.
- Shift Work: Be available to work various shifts, including days, afternoons, midnights, and weekends, to ensure continuous operation of the facility.
- Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to state licensing regulations and internal policies, promoting a positive image of the facility.
- Policy Enforcement: Follow administrative policies consistently, ensuring clear and fair enforcement of rules and procedures.
Psychiatric Care Technician
Havenwyck Hospital
05.2020 - 12.2024
- Direct Patient Care: Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and mobility, promoting independence while ensuring safety.
- Vital Signs Monitoring: Regularly measure and record patients' vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration rates, reporting any significant changes to nursing staff.
- Patient Observation: Monitor patients' physical and emotional conditions, recognizing alterations in sensory perceptions like illusions, delusions, or hallucinations, and promptly communicate observations to registered nurses.
- Safety Management: Identify and address safety concerns, implementing appropriate interventions to prevent patient harm and ensuring a secure environment
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely records of patient care activities, observations, and any incidents, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
- Collaboration: Work closely with nursing and medical staff to deliver coordinated care, participate in patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, and contribute to the development of individualized care plans.
- Therapeutic Environment Maintenance: Assist in creating a therapeutic environment by engaging patients in activities, providing emotional support, and addressing their basic needs.
- Emergency Response: Respond promptly to emergency situations, applying appropriate protocols and interventions to manage acute patient needs effectively.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Oakland University
Rochester, MI04-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Oakland University
Rochester, MI04-2019
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Trauma Informed Care
- Cultural Competency
- Anger management
- Communication and Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Assessment and diagnosis
Certification
Limited Licensed Counselor LLC
MichiCANS assessment certified
CAFAS assesment certified
Interests
Timeline
Child & Family Clinician
Lincoln Behavioral Services
08.2024 - Current
Clinician
Journey To Clarity Counseling Services
06.2023 - Current
Youth Specialist
Children's Village
06.2022 - 12.2024
Psychiatric Care Technician
Havenwyck Hospital
05.2020 - 12.2024
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Oakland University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Oakland University
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