Taylor Donathan
Berea,KY
Summary
Compassionate Clinician with extensive knowledge of counseling principles and practices. Adept at creating individualized treatment plans and leading group therapy sessions. Committed to creating safe, supportive environment for all participants. Skilled Substance use Counselor with strong background helping SUD clients overcome personal challenges and cope with triggering situations. Focused on facilitating exploration of issues, developing individualized plans and developing important skills. Licensed by state of Kentucky. Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substance Use Clinician
ARC
06.2023 - Current
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed, ensuring immediate safety measures were in place for at-risk patients.
- Delivered high-quality patient care by conducting thorough assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing ongoing therapeutic support.
- Developed tailored treatment plans to address the unique needs of each patient and promote optimal recovery.
- Advocated for patients within the healthcare system to ensure access to appropriate resources and services when needed.
- Participated in case reviews with multidisciplinary teams to discuss complex cases and develop collaborative solutions for individualized care plans.
- Provided patients with detailed information about symptoms, causes and treatment expectations.
- Conducted group therapy sessions to facilitate skill development, coping strategies, and emotional processing among participants.
Clinical Supervisor/Outpatient Substance Use Counselor
Behavioral Health Groups
06.2020 - 06.2023
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans and connected clients and families to appropriate resources
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Sends out Weekly Emails
- Conducts Bi-weekly RMD Team Meetings.
Social Work Intern
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance
- Performed client screenings and accurately recorded data in case files to facilitate clinical case coordination services and case management duties
- Mediated between family members to facilitate conflict resolution and build healthy family relationships
- Explained medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions
- Conducted outreach to local referral sources to build strong partnerships for supportive services
- Secured housing, medical care, and employment for clients by collaborating with various community agencies
- Obtained and supplied information to coordinating agencies to provide the best possible guidance to clients.
Youth Support Specialist
Youth Opportunity Center
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Delivered youth transitional assistance in areas of education, life skills, and career development
- Accommodated youths with academic and vocational trainings to deliver information on future career opportunities
- Developed individual and group programs to encourage prosocial behaviors
- Designed individualized independent youth living plans to help youngsters learn self-reliance
- Applied crisis intervention methods to de-escalate potentially dangerous scenarios
- Created and facilitated recreation and education activities for youths to engage in groups in a safe environment
- Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs
- Improved clients' coping with routine life activities such as food budgeting and rental payments.
Education
Doctoral of Social Work -
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky04.2024
Masters of Science: Social Work Degree -
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky05.2021
Bachelor of Science: Social Work Degree -
Ball State University
Muncie, Indiana05.2020
Core 40 Diploma -
Jay County High School
Portland, Indiana05.2015
Skills
- Providing Community Referrals
- Individual Counseling
- Clinical Assessment
- Goal Setting
- Responsible Collaboration
- Microsoft Office
- Reading Comprehension
- Mental Health
- Substance Use Disorder Therapy
- Suicide Awareness
- Leader Group Sessions
- Clinical assessment
- Multidisciplinary Approach
- Therapeutic Techniques
- Small Group Instruction
- Direct Patient Care
- Ethical Practice
- One-on-one Instruction
- Treatment Planning
Certification
Licensed Certified Social Worker, 08/2021, Present, 256064
Personal Information
Title: Clinical Supervisor/Outpatient Substance Use Counselor
Supported Causes
- Mental Health Awareness
- Suicide Awareness
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline
- Feminism
- Veteran Suicide Awareness
- Autism Awareness
- Alzheimer's Disease Awareness
Awards
Dean's List, 08/2020, Present, Ball State University, University of Kentucky
Volunteer Experience
- Muncie Mission 5k, Muncie, Indiana
- Cardinal Clubhouse, Muncie, Indiana
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Making Music
- Sports
- Traveling
- Writing
- Community Involvement
- Spiritual Life
Timeline
Substance Use Clinician
ARC
06.2023 - Current
Social Work Intern
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2020 - 04.2021
Clinical Supervisor/Outpatient Substance Use Counselor
Behavioral Health Groups
06.2020 - 06.2023
Youth Support Specialist
Youth Opportunity Center
08.2019 - 06.2020
Doctoral of Social Work -
University of Kentucky
Masters of Science: Social Work Degree -
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Science: Social Work Degree -
Ball State University
Core 40 Diploma -
Jay County High School
Licensed Certified Social Worker, 08/2021, Present, 256064
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