Qualified Mental Health Specialist conducting client assessments, coordinating community resources, and updating treatment plans for individuals managing mental health disorders. Maintains an active caseload of approximately 40 clients and documents progress with consistent recordkeeping. Supports access to care by addressing social determinants of health, aligning services to client needs, and using motivational interviewing.
Overview
6
6
Certifications
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Doula
Me& She Doulas
09.2025 - Current
Conduct intake screening to understand client needs, preferences, and support goals before services begin.
Provide calm, trauma-informed support during labor, delivery preparation, and early postpartum adjustment.
Reinforce client understanding of birth plans, comfort measures, and postpartum expectations with clear communication.
Arrange referrals to community services that address housing, food access, and family support needs.
Support families with practical coping strategies that reduce stress during pregnancy and early parenting.
Qualified Mental Health Specialist
Assurance Therapeutic Outreach
06.2023 - 05.2025
Conducted intake assessments to evaluate client needs, strengths, and challenges related to mental health disorders.
Coordinated service coordination and referral coordination with community resources to improve access to support.
Maintained accurate progress notes and updated treatment plan documentation using Microsoft Office Suite and electronic records.
Managed an active caseload of approximately 40 clients after the onboarding period while maintaining consistent follow-up.
Applied motivational interviewing to support client engagement and strengthen participation in treatment goals.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beacon Specialized Living
11.2019 - 01.2023
Provided hands-on assistance with bathing, feeding, and grooming for patients requiring direct daily support.
Maintained respectful hygiene support by protecting privacy and dignity during personal care routines.
Entered patient charts into practice databases and kept records organized for clinical review.
Collaborated with mental health clinicians on treatment plans and coordinated related service referrals.
Community Health Worker
Southeastern Michigan Health Association
09.2018 - 11.2020
Provided case management and crisis intervention support for patients requiring immediate assistance.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate timely, quality care across patient services.
Built relationships with local organizations to strengthen provider collaboration and community access.
Educated patients on preventive practices for communicable diseases, including influenza, HIV, and AIDS.
Used Microsoft Office Suite to track client records, document progress notes, and support outreach follow-up.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Oakland University
Rochester, MI
5 2023
Skills
Service coordination
Referral coordination
Case management
Intake assessment
Resource navigation
Microsoft Office Suite
Motivational interviewing
Health disparities
Progress note documentation
Treatment plan documentation
Infection control procedures
Electronic health record documentation
Intake screening
Crisis intervention
Suicide risk screening
Safety planning
Certification
Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessment