Temekia McInnis
Prentiss,Mississippi
Summary
Empathetic professional with hands-on experience providing quality psychological services to children and adults. Skilled in identifying, assessing and diagnosing mental health and emotional issues. Develops and implements treatment plans and provides counseling and therapy to obtain maximum results for patients.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
Southwest Mississippi Mental Health Complex
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Utilized meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
Adult/Children's Clinician
Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources
09.2018 - 10.2020
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans.
- Facilitated patient and family education and counseling.
Children's Clinician
Gulf Coast Mental Health
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Established appropriate course of treatment and implemented interventions.
- Provided patients with detailed information about symptoms, causes and treatment expectations.
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Head Start Family Advocate
Five County Child Headstart Program
08.2014 - 10.2017
- Collaborated with families to assist in growth, development and education to increase potential.
- Managed heavy caseload using well-developed time management, organizational and task prioritization skills.
- Visited homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
- Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
Children's Clinician
Gulf Coast Mental Health
08.2011 - 07.2013
- Established appropriate course of treatment and implemented interventions.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Petal School District
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
SMI Adult Case Manager 1&2
Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources
05.1995 - 06.2009
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
- Managed caseload to satisfy multiple patients with diverse needs.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
Child Care Worker
Millcreek Rehabilitation Center
01.1995 - 07.1996
- Supported children's emotional and social development by encouraging positive self-concepts and understanding of others.
- Taught children educational games to reinforce learning of alphabets and numbers.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12.1994
High School Diploma -
Prentiss Senior High School
Prentiss, MS05.1991
Skills
- Patient Evaluation
- Electronic Medical Record Software
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Site Visits
- Confidential Records Management
- Monitor Progress
- Client Assessments
- Tracking Client Progress
- Progress Reporting
- Case Documentation
- Group Counseling
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Southwest Mississippi Mental Health Complex
08.2021 - 06.2023
Adult/Children's Clinician
Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources
09.2018 - 10.2020
Children's Clinician
Gulf Coast Mental Health
10.2017 - 06.2018
Head Start Family Advocate
Five County Child Headstart Program
08.2014 - 10.2017
Children's Clinician
Gulf Coast Mental Health
08.2011 - 07.2013
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Petal School District
08.2010 - 05.2011
SMI Adult Case Manager 1&2
Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources
05.1995 - 06.2009
Child Care Worker
Millcreek Rehabilitation Center
01.1995 - 07.1996
Master of Science - Education
Alcorn State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
High School Diploma -
Prentiss Senior High School
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