Tara Eads
Columbia City,IN
Summary
Results-driven Staff Clinician with proven clinical expertise, enhancing patient care through evidence-based practices and effective communication. Committed to driving quality improvement initiatives and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Clinician
Parkview Behavioral Health Institute
Fort Wayne, IN
06.2020 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop personalized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote emotional healing and behavioral change.
- Monitored patient progress through regular evaluations, adjusting treatment strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized treatment plans.
- Streamlined clinic processes by evaluating and adjusting workflows, increasing efficiency and productivity.
- Initiated quality improvement projects that led to more effective patient care delivery and increased satisfaction scores.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to inform accurate diagnoses and appropriate interventions.
- Adhered to ethical guidelines and professional standards in all clinical interactions, promoting trust and confidence among patients, families, and colleagues.
- Maintained meticulous documentation of all clinical encounters, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating interdisciplinary communication.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and improve treatment outcomes.
Psychiatric Emergency Services Specialist
Parkview Behavioral Health
Fort Wayne, IN
10.2005 - 06.2020
- Facilitated patient intake processes to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Advocated for patients' needs within treatment settings to enhance outcomes.
- Streamlined communication channels between departments to improve workflow continuity.
- Managed high-volume workloads, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely completion and quality results.
- Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement among team members.
- Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN06-2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Manchester Univeristy
North Manchester, IN05-2002
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Self-awareness
- Medical documentation
- Therapeutic techniques
- Motivational interviewing
- Healthcare regulations
- Treatment Planning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Diagnosis proficiency
- Evidence-based practice
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
Accomplishments
I currently am an associates licensed mental health counselor (LMHCA) and am half way through my required supervised hours for full licensure. I created and currently lead a community resources group to help our patients connect with various organizations in order to foster more long term community connection in order to ensure ongoing psychiatric and socioeconomic stability post discharge.
Certification
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate
- Essentials of Aggression Management
- CPR
Timeline
Staff Clinician
Parkview Behavioral Health Institute
06.2020 - Current
Psychiatric Emergency Services Specialist
Parkview Behavioral Health
10.2005 - 06.2020
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Manchester Univeristy