Vanessa Vanderlaan
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Counseling Intern with relevant experience in clinical settings. Skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy, crisis intervention and treatment plan development, while demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and empathy. Previous work includes significant impact on client progress through one-on-one counseling sessions and group therapy facilitation.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Alachua County Jail
Wellpath
Gainesville, FL
05.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with community partners in order to provide resources needed by former prisoners after their release from incarceration.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss case management issues and plan services for clients.
- Coached clients on how to manage emotions effectively while also teaching them how to recognize warning signs of distress before it becomes overwhelming.
- Provided crisis intervention services for individuals in need of immediate assistance.
- Conducted mental health assessments with clients in order to determine appropriate interventions.
- Developed crisis intervention strategies for individuals facing difficult situations or events.
Mental Health Provider
Suwannee Correctional Institution
Live Oak, FL
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided individual and group counseling to clients with mental health issues.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in distress.
- Provided education around symptoms related to various mental health disorders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in developing goals to improve their overall wellbeing.
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups on a variety of topics, such as stress management, coping skills, and anger management.
- Monitored progress of clients through regular reviews of their progress notes and reports from other professionals involved in their care.
- Conducted assessments of client needs and created individualized treatment plans accordingly.
- Developed treatment plans for clients in collaboration with other healthcare providers.
Case Manager and CMA
Naples Community Hospital
Naples, FL
03.2016 - 10.2023
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to coordinate treatment plans for clients.
- Educated clients about mental health conditions, medications and self-care techniques.
- Provided referrals to appropriate health care providers or other community resources.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients in emergency situations.
- Counseled clients on available resources within the community that could help meet their needs.
Medical Assistant/ Supervisor
Naples Community Hospital
Naples, FL
03.2016 - 01.2023
- Developed training materials for medical assistant staff members on topics such as patient privacy, HIPAA regulations, medical coding systems, and clinical documentation.
- Coordinated workflow between physicians and other healthcare professionals within the practice setting.
- Reviewed physician orders for accuracy prior to implementation by Medical Assistants.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging collaboration among team members.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to healthcare operations.
- Provided guidance to medical assistants regarding patient care protocols, safety measures, and infection control practices.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
Adult Foster Care Owner/Operator
self employed/ State of Michigan
Wyoming, FL
03.2008 - 01.2016
- Maintained accurate records of all documentation related to each adult's case file.
- Maintained accurate records of each adult file for the state of MI
- Worked closely with social workers and other professionals involved in an adult's life while they are in the system.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations pertaining to licensing requirements for homes providing out-of-home placements.
- Acted as an advocate for adult residents during team meetings and court proceedings.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Provided case management services, including monitoring, advocacy, and support.
- Collaborated with state agencies and benefits coordinators to develop individualized plans for each case.
- Established behavioral modification goals and assessed progress toward goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH10-2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Minor in Human Services
Cornerstone University
Grand Rapids06-2021
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Everest Institute
Grand Rapids, MI12-2014
Skills
- Report Writing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Reliability
- Self Motivation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Therapy and counseling
- Grief and bereavement counseling
- Family and Patient Counseling
- Substance Abuse Counseling
Accomplishments
- National Society of Leadership and Success (2022)
- Most Valuable Employee
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA)
- Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern (ACA) State of Florida
Timeline
Alachua County Jail
Wellpath
05.2024 - Current
Mental Health Provider
Suwannee Correctional Institution
10.2023 - 05.2024
Case Manager and CMA
Naples Community Hospital
03.2016 - 10.2023
Medical Assistant/ Supervisor
Naples Community Hospital
03.2016 - 01.2023
Adult Foster Care Owner/Operator
self employed/ State of Michigan
03.2008 - 01.2016
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Minor in Human Services
Cornerstone University
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Everest Institute
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