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Suzanne Smith

Dayton,OHIO

Summary

Solutions-oriented Mental Health Counselor successful at managing multiple priorities while maintaining strong work ethic and exhibiting positive attitude. Offering a 10-year background implementing effective treatment plans and providing exceptional care for children, adolescents and families suffering from mental and emotional health illnesses. Expertise in crisis intervention and treatment analysis and planning. Collaborative and team-oriented professional quickly establishes trust and rapport with patients.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Based Mental Health Therapist

South Community Inc.
09.2020 - Current
  • Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
  • Met with students and Guardians to conduct individual diagnostic assessments and determine mental health needs.
  • Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

School Based Mental Health Counselor

Paramount Development Association
11.2019 - 09.2020
  • Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
  • Employed methodologies such as cognitive behavioral therapy to assist patients.
  • Presented case history material to review and discuss with other staff members.
  • Maintained caseload of more than 45 children in public schools setting.
  • Worked collaboratively with professionals within the school system to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
  • Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
  • Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
  • Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
  • Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions.

Automotive Sales

Infiniti Of Dayton
07.2019 - 11.2019
  • Establish and maintain relationships with customers while selling automobiles -Coordinate the sale and delivery of each vehicle with the team.
  • Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts,
  • Demonstrated automobiles by explaining characteristics, capabilities, and features, taking test drives and explaining warranties and services.
  • Answered telephone and email inquiries from potential customers.
  • Responded to customer enquiries via telephone and email.
  • Followed-up on warm Internet leads and responded to customer questions about vehicle availability, price, and options while fielding inquiries from various marketing websites.
  • Developed successful sales strategies to maximize customer satisfaction and profit.

F & I Manager

Midwest Trucks & Equipment LLC
02.2006 - 06.2019
  • Assisted with inventory management and growth; maintaining and selling over 1 million dollars of inventory annually
  • Create customer financial profiles to assess lending viability
  • Process financial applications-completing end to end process including required lender documents and negotiating terms.
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
  • Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
  • Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.

Treatment Foster Care Case Worker

South Community
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Conducted home, school and community visits to assigned clients to assess client's level of care and provide guidance towards meeting treatment goals.
  • Advocated for foster children by facilitating access to community resources and services to maximize safety and well-being of child.
  • Provided on-going support to resource parents through coaching and crisis intervention techniques.
  • Assisted families in developing problem-solving and coping skills by providing counseling and referring to appropriate community agencies.
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
  • Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
  • Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.

Child and Adolescent Therapist

Integrated Youth Services
01.2002 - 01.2004
  • Arranged and facilitated individual and group therapy sessions for youth and adolescent in an intensive outpatient program.
  • Developed and implemented treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge
  • Participated in regular case review meetings to review and discuss client progress, sure consistent implementation of treatment plan goals/objectives, and promote team involvement in problem solving/resolution
  • Maintained documentation of therapy services provided to each patient according to facility and professional standards, revising as necessary.
  • Participated in treatment team meetings and collaborated with other staff to facilitate services for patient as noted in treatment plans.
  • Utilized DSM for diagnosing and conducted psycho-social assessments.
  • Applied psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in delivery of services to individuals and families to treat diagnosed emotional and mental disorders.
  • Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
  • Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.

Case Manager

Family Violence Prevention Center of Greene County
01.1999 - 01.2002
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
  • Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
  • Developed comprehensive discharge plans to transition clients to appropriate service providers in community.
  • Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm due to domestic violence
  • Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to determine timely delivery of services.
  • Utilized trauma-informed approach to promote healing and empowerment for clients.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Wright State University
Fairborn, OH
12.2001

Skills

  • Safety and Risk Assessments
  • Confidential Records Management
  • Time Management
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Treatment Planning and Implementation
  • Mental Health Evaluations
  • Community Resources
  • Exceptional Problem Solver
  • Extensive DSM-V Knowledge
  • Discharge Planning
  • Case Management

Additional Information

  • Additional references available upon request.

Certification

  • Licensed Social Worker

State of Ohio Social Work Licensure

15 years of licensure held in the State of Ohio

Timeline

School Based Mental Health Therapist

South Community Inc.
09.2020 - Current

School Based Mental Health Counselor

Paramount Development Association
11.2019 - 09.2020

Automotive Sales

Infiniti Of Dayton
07.2019 - 11.2019

F & I Manager

Midwest Trucks & Equipment LLC
02.2006 - 06.2019

Treatment Foster Care Case Worker

South Community
01.2004 - 01.2006

Child and Adolescent Therapist

Integrated Youth Services
01.2002 - 01.2004

Case Manager

Family Violence Prevention Center of Greene County
01.1999 - 01.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Wright State University

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