Terice Robertson
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Counselor
Department Of Corrections
11.2023 - Current
- Accomplishes department objectives by supervising counseling staff, while organizing and monitoring work processes
- Implements and enforces systems, policies, and procedures within the counseling department, ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines and promoting a safe and therapeutic environment for both counselors and incarcerated individuals
- Communicates with other institutions/ organizations on behalf of the department, both inter and intrastate
- Initiates and completes the release process for releasing incarcerated individuals.
- Nurtured a culture of continuous improvement by promoting open communication among staff, gathering feedback on areas for growth and implementing necessary changes.
Behavioral Health Counselor III
Department Of Corrections
01.2021 - 11.2023
- Supervised and documented entries of associate counselors
- Initiated and completed the release process for releasing incarcerated individuals
- Served as the liaison between the facilities leadership and school facility for auxiliary education institutions including Georgia State University and charter high school.
- Assisted clients in developing coping strategies, promoting long-term mental health stability and resilience.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and closely monitoring progress.
- Conducted patient intake assessments histories and develop treatment plans.
- Used Scribe to prepare and maintain diagnostic records, progress notes and federal and state-mandated forms.
Behavioral Health Counselor II
Department Of Corrections
03.2018 - 01.2021
- Used evidence-based practices including motivational interviewing and trauma informed care to aid in offenders completing their individualized case plans and successfully transitioning back into society
- Managed and organized on the job training programming and ordinance with the mission and guidelines of the state of Georgia and their standard operating procedures
- Created and implemented reentry programming for specialized living unit
- Presented A quarterly proposals highlighting new programming and statistical evidence to show that milestones were being met in northern region facilities.
Social Services Specialist - Foster Care
Department Of Family And Children Services
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized case management and support services.
- Improved service delivery by conducting thorough assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Collaborated with community partners to streamline resource access for clients in need.
- Increased client self-sufficiency through targeted skill-building workshops and trainings.
- Strengthened inter-agency collaboration by participating in multidisciplinary team meetings and sharing relevant information.
- Assisted clients with crisis intervention, providing immediate support and coordinating necessary resources for stabilization.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Walden University
05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
01.2012
Skills
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Counseling
- Case management
- Collaborative Approach
- Client Advocacy
- Motivational Interviewing
Certification
Motivation for a Change
Sex Offender Psycho-educational Program
Offender Grievance Procedures
Motivational Interviewing
Online Counselor Advisement Training
Initial Correctional Counselor Training
Timeline
Chief Counselor
Department Of Corrections
11.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Counselor III
Department Of Corrections
01.2021 - 11.2023
Behavioral Health Counselor II
Department Of Corrections
03.2018 - 01.2021
Social Services Specialist - Foster Care
Department Of Family And Children Services
01.2016 - 03.2018
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
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