Theresa Koehler
Ashland,Nebraska
Summary
Dedicated Substance Abuse Clinical Supervisor and Counselor successful at managing teams, directing care and overseeing administrative functions. Talented leader and team motivator with in-depth understanding of counseling techniques and theories, patient interventions, and motivating staff. Bringing 6 years' experience counseling, 1 year clinical supervising, and a results-oriented mindset. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Experience in educational outreach to the community. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Supervisor
BAART
Omaha, NE
04.2023 - Current
- Created and implemented improvement plans to resolve issues and drive improvements to deficient areas.
- Improve policies and procedures through development, implementation, revision and evaluation of new protocols.
- Reviewed case notes and other documentation to ensure compliance with regulations and standards of care.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Assessed and evaluated clinical staff performance, providing feedback to ensure quality standards were met.
- Provided direct supervision of clinical staff, including orientation, training and development of employees.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients based on their needs and preferences.
- Created and conducted outreach educational opportunities with the local community
Counselor
BAART
Omaha, NE
04.2017 - Current
- Implemented therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness training into practice.
- Provided individual counseling sessions for clients.
- Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.
- Developed treatment plans to address client needs.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss case management issues and plan services for clients.
- Developed crisis intervention strategies for individuals facing difficult situations or events.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and treatment plans.
- Met with clients to understand individual needs and develop personalized counseling plans.
General Manager/Assistant Manager/Restaurant Server
Parker's Smokehouse
Ashland, NE
08.2008 - 12.2016
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
- Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Guided management and supervisory staff to promote smooth operations.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
Correctional Corporal
Diagnostic and Elevation Center
Lincoln, NE
03.2005 - 08.2008
- Monitored and supervised inmates in the facility, ensuring their safety and security.
- Ensured that all appropriate paperwork was completed accurately for each inmate's file.
- Maintained order in building and on grounds of prison.
- Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Education
Licensed Drug And Alcohol Counselor
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE09-2018
Bachelor of Science - Human Behavior
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE05-2012
Skills
- Therapeutic Intervention
- Patient Assessments
- Staff Development
- Patient Relations
- Clinical Instruction
- Managing Patient Cases
- Team Supervision
- Recruitment
- Improving Clinical Quality Outcomes
- Case Management
- Information Protection
- Progress Monitoring
- Patient Care
- Documentation Requirements
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Substance Abuse Treatment
- Clinical Quality Improvement
Certification
- LADAC
Timeline
Clinical Supervisor
BAART
04.2023 - Current
Counselor
BAART
04.2017 - Current
General Manager/Assistant Manager/Restaurant Server
Parker's Smokehouse
08.2008 - 12.2016
Correctional Corporal
Diagnostic and Elevation Center
03.2005 - 08.2008
Licensed Drug And Alcohol Counselor
Bellevue University
Bachelor of Science - Human Behavior
Bellevue University