Simon Silas
Cincinnati,USA
Summary
Dedicated graduate student in Clinical Mental Health & Counseling with direct experience supporting individuals with severe mental illness and substance use disorders in a hospital setting. Skilled in crisis assistance, patient assessments, care coordination, and interdisciplinary teamwork. Combines clinical readiness with strong cultural competency (English, Hausa, Yoruba) and a commitment to community-based face-to-face service delivery. Eager to complete GCBHS’s Case Management Training Academy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chaplain Intern (OPT)
The Christ Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
- Provided direct support to individuals with severe mental illness and substance use disorders as a member of an interdisciplinary hospital care team.
- Participated in developing individualized care/recovery plans by contributing psychosocial and spiritual assessments.
- Conducted patient assessments using standardized observation tools (e.g., spiritual distress, mental status), documenting findings in EPIC EHR.
- Delegated follow-up tasks to RNs, social workers, and other providers based on assessment findings.
- Provided crisis assistance services including de-escalation, emotional first aid, and referral to behavioral health staff.
Nursing Aide (OPT)
Carmel Manor Nursing Home
Cincinnati, OH
- Monitored overall service delivery by tracking resident responses to care interventions and reporting behavioral changes to clinical teams.
- Helped clients function more effectively through person-centered support, emotional reassurance, and daily living assistance.
- Coordinated access to targeted services by serving as a cultural liaison for West African families and connecting them with facility resources.
- Recognized and responded to signs of emotional distress, anxiety, and depression, utilizing de-escalation techniques.
Youth Leader & Pastoral Intern
Good Shepherd International Church
Cincinnati, OH
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Established therapeutic relationships and assessed complex psychosocial problems in 30+ adolescents using motivational interviewing and active listening.
- Provided face-to-face services in community settings (schools, churches, outreach events) serving diverse populations across Cincinnati.
- Delegated recovery plan tasks to volunteer teams and coordinated with local schools to connect at-risk youth with appropriate services.
- Increased consistent youth participation by 40% over 18 months through group facilitation and conflict resolution.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health & Counseling
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH01.2028
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministry
God’s Bible School and College
Cincinnati, OH01.2024
State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) Certification - undefined
Alia Healthcare
Cincinnati, OH01.2024
Skills
- Clinical & Counseling: Crisis intervention, de-escalation, motivational interviewing, active listening, therapeutic relationship building, patient assessment, care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration
- Documentation & EHR: EPIC, HIPAA compliance, behavioral charting, service delivery monitoring
- Languages: English, Hausa, Yoruba (fluent)
- Driver Requirements: Valid Ohio license, personal vehicle, insurable record – ready for frequent community driving in Hamilton & Clermont counties
Affiliations
- Harambee Xavier University – Vice President
- American Counseling Association – Member
- Ohio School Counseling Association – Member
- Chi Sigma Iota – Xavier University Member
Timeline
Youth Leader & Pastoral Intern
Good Shepherd International Church
01.2021 - 01.2025
Chaplain Intern (OPT)
The Christ Hospital
Nursing Aide (OPT)
Carmel Manor Nursing Home
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministry
God’s Bible School and College
State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) Certification - undefined
Alia Healthcare
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health & Counseling
Xavier University