TRAVIS PARKER
Oklahoma City,United States
Summary
Empathetic professional with hands-on experience providing quality evidence-based counseling services to children and adults. Skilled in identifying, assessing and diagnosing mental health and emotional issues. Develops and implements treatment plans and provides therapy to improve mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Counseling Intern
OU Child Study Center
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducted thorough intake assessments to gather relevant information for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Utilized trauma-informed counseling principles when working with clients who had experienced significant adverse life events, fostering a safe and supportive environment for healing.
- Participated in clinical supervision, actively seeking feedback from supervisor to enhance counseling skills and improve client outcomes.
- Completed training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Parent Child Interaction Therapy.
Field Manager
Oklahoma Department of Human Services
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Leadership position as part of a multidisciplinary team between OKDHS and numerous community partners
- Supervised multiple Child Welfare supervisors to develop their leadership skills
- Utilized reports and data to identify trends and used this to guide improvements to child welfare practice
- Worked diligently to foster culture of excellence when working directly with families and community partners.
Child Welfare Supervisor
Oklahoma Department of Human Services
09.2015 - 10.2019
- Supervisory position that was responsible for managing 5 Child Welfare specialists in their direct work with children and families
- Assisted staff in writing reports, creating service plans and provision of services
- Maintained a focus on strengths based practice with staff and families
- Devoted time to working with staff individually, as well as a unit, to encourage an environment of teamwork and continuous quality improvement.
Child Welfare Specialist
Oklahoma Department of Human Services
06.2012 - 09.2015
- A direct practice role working with children who were in OKDHS custody with a focus on ensuring child safety
- Completed assessments with children and their biological parents to develop service plans
- Worked diligently to get the children and parents connected to behaviorally based services
- Managed multiple demands including referrals for services, writing court reports, community partner engagement and regular training.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Oklahoma Christian University
Edmond, OK04.2012
Skills
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Parent Child Interaction Therapy
- Team Oriented
- Adaptability
- Ethics and Confidentiality
- Clinical Counseling Documentation
Timeline
Mental Health Counseling Intern
OU Child Study Center
06.2023 - 05.2024
Field Manager
Oklahoma Department of Human Services
10.2019 - 06.2021
Child Welfare Supervisor
Oklahoma Department of Human Services
09.2015 - 10.2019
Child Welfare Specialist
Oklahoma Department of Human Services
06.2012 - 09.2015
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Oklahoma Christian University
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