Sylvia Nockideneh- Tee
Tuba City,AZ
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Tuba City Unified School District, skilled in crisis counseling and treatment planning. Proven track record in enhancing client outcomes through comprehensive case management and effective communication. Bilingual in Dine Bizaad and English, dedicated to advocating for clients' rights and well-being.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
ESS Counselor
Tuba City Unified School District
02.2003 - Current
- Assisted students in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Educated students on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
- Improved student satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Served a dual role as LEA/Administrator in IEP meetings in the absences of a administrator.
- Maintained quarterly IEP progress notes and qualifications for counseling services.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
- Contributed to a supportive work environment by sharing knowledge, resources, and new findings within the counseling field.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions for increased social support and skill-building opportunities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development trainings to remain current on best practices within the counseling field.
- Communicated regularly with other professionals involved in the client''s care for coordinated service delivery efforts.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute distress or dangerous situations.
- Maintained detailed client records to track progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
Social Worker Case Manager
Tuba City Unified School District
01.2003 - 05.2009
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop coordinated care plans that addressed clients'' complex needs holistically.
- Improved client outcomes by developing comprehensive case plans and coordinating services with community partners.
- Developed strong relationships with community organizations in order to better serve clients'' needs within their local area.
- Increased access to resources by connecting clients to appropriate financial, housing, medical, and educational services.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Managed high-risk cases to ensure safety and well-being of children through timely assessments and appropriate interventions.
- Enhanced family stability by providing counseling, crisis intervention, and ongoing support for a diverse caseload.
- Reviewed agency policies regularly so as to stay updated regarding changes affecting eligibility criteria, service offerings, or client rights.
- Conducted thorough assessments of client strengths and needs in order to provide tailored recommendations for individualized treatment plans.
- Advocated for clients at court hearings or meetings with other agencies ensuring that their rights were upheld throughout the process.
- Coordinated with mental health professionals or medical providers to address any concerns related to clients'' psychological or physical wellbeing.
- Provided culturally competent services to diverse populations while maintaining sensitivity to cultural norms and values.
- Collaboration with community organizations to expand access to social and community services.
Case Manager Supervisor
Navajo Nation Department of Behavioral Health Serv
10.2000 - 01.2003
- Provided ongoing support to case managers in crisis situations, guiding them through problem-solving strategies and promoting best practice approaches.
- Played a key role in the development and implementation of organizational policies and procedures related to case management, ensuring alignment with best practice standards.
- Increased client satisfaction with services by closely monitoring progress and adjusting case plans as needed.
- Served as an advocate for clients'' rights, working diligently to ensure their voices were heard and respected throughout the case management process.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities for the case management department, ensuring optimal allocation of resources based on client needs and program goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop holistic care plans addressing all aspects of clients'' lives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education- School Counseling
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ12-1998
Skills
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Counseling
- Mental health support
- HIPAA
- Crisis Counselor
- Behavior monitoring
- Treatment Planning
- Adolescent counseling
- Treatment plans
- Bilingual in Dine Bizaad and english
- Suicide prevention
- Social work
- Client needs assessment
- Case management proficiency
- Case management and documentation
- Suicide risk assessments
Timeline
ESS Counselor
Tuba City Unified School District
02.2003 - Current
Social Worker Case Manager
Tuba City Unified School District
01.2003 - 05.2009
Case Manager Supervisor
Navajo Nation Department of Behavioral Health Serv
10.2000 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Education- School Counseling
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Northern Arizona University
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