Willie McCrimmon
Fuquay-Varina,NC
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a rich background in youth and mental health counseling, notably at Clarks Chapel. Expert in crisis management and program planning, I've significantly improved patient outcomes and fostered community connections. My strong work ethic and effective organization skills have been pivotal in developing impactful educational and therapeutic programs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Leader
D.T.C.
10.2015 - Current
- Equipped caregivers to be active participants in intervention through addressing specific goals, delivering coaching sessions and communicating with entire team.
- Coached family members and caregivers on client support to facilitate active involvement and carry-over in both home and community settings.
- Followed Individualized Family Service Plan and developed methodologies for reaching each child's specific developmental goals.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans to improve gross and fine motor coordination, movement, and functioning of upper extremities.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Delivered social skills curriculums and programs in support of client skills development.
Youth Counselor
Obryant
11.2011 - 10.2015
- Supervised individuals in small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence, and structure.
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Wrote reports for family and caregivers, documenting progress, challenges, and therapy milestones.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
- Coordinated youth programs and activities to enhance life quality and self-esteem.
- Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.
- Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
- Established and maintained relationships with youth, families and community partners.
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
- Facilitated workshops and classes on anger management, life skills and drug and alcohol prevention.
- Helped youth develop and achieve personal goals with close support.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
- Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from chronic pain disorders.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
Mental Health Counselor
Clarks Chapel
07.2008 - 11.2011
- Led counseling group to discuss topics such as eating disorders and relationship issues.
- Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
- Consulted with and trained highly skilled mental health and medical staff.
- Improved outcomes of patients with psychiatric and co-morbid chronic pain conditions.
- Maintained caseload of more than Number children in public schools and group home placements.
- Fostered positive student experiences and encouraged students to consider mental health field as career option.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders and effects of employment and housing issues on mental health.
- Supervised busy caseload, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritizing client needs.
Christian Counselor
Longs Memorial AME Zion
02.2005 - 06.2008
- Maintained safe and therapeutic physical environment for clients.
- Initiated and developed treatment planning goals through contact with clients, family, colleagues and other staff.
- Developed, coordinated and documented individual program planning according to specific client needs.
- Maintained client files according to program standards.
- Evaluated behavioral and emotional needs of clients and family members.
- Collaborated with other religious organizations and agencies.
- Facilitated religious classes and forums.
- Developed and implemented educational programs for youth.
Education
Life Recovery / Life -
P Academy
Mental Health Specialist -
Purpose Zeal Academy
Northwood High School
Pittsboro, NCDiploma -
Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC1995
Skills
- Strong Role Model
- Effective Organization
- Financial Management
- Youth Activity Planning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Community Service
- Strong Work Ethic
- Service Leadership
- Work Prioritization
- Community Outreach
- Program Planning
- Enforcing Rules
- Stress Management
- Relationship Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Management
- Critical Thinking
- Youth enrichment
- Fundraising Events
- Time Management
- Community Resources
- Youth Mentoring
- Discipleship Programs
- Student Mentoring
- Workshop development
Timeline
Youth Leader
D.T.C.
10.2015 - Current
Youth Counselor
Obryant
11.2011 - 10.2015
Mental Health Counselor
Clarks Chapel
07.2008 - 11.2011
Christian Counselor
Longs Memorial AME Zion
02.2005 - 06.2008
Life Recovery / Life -
P Academy
Mental Health Specialist -
Purpose Zeal Academy
Northwood High School
Diploma -
Central Carolina Community College