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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

• Manage multiple evidence-based practice (EBP) initiatives, including school-based interventions in the roll-out of Intensive Behavioral Health Services.• Identify training and implementation needs across the provider network, set strategic priorities, and provide support to initiatives and other agencies engaged in EBP implementation• Provide supervision to implementation specialist team, while engaging upper leadership in key activities and decision points• Serve as the main point of contact/liaison for internal and external stakeholders in regard to EBP implementation efforts

Greater Philadelphia Area

• Oversaw the coordination of training and consultation for evidence-based practice (EBP) initiatives in the Philadelphia behavioral health network• Served as the main liaison between expert training entities and CBH providers• Maintained cross-departmental collaboration with key stakeholders to help overcome systemic barriers in EBP implementation • Assisted in the roll-out of Intensive Behavioral Health Services by coordinating EBP training and consultation for identified providers• Oversaw large-scale contracts with multiple training entities to ensure accuracy in execution of services and amounts invoiced• Collected, analyzed, and reported on data pertaining to the reach and impact of certain EBPs within the DBHIDS system

Greater Philadelphia Area

• Provided guidance on the daily responsibilities of the Adult Acute Services team• Ensured coverage of utilization reviews and collaboration amongst various adult-based teams for the purposes of care coordination• Participated in relevant inter and intra-agency meetings to communicate the goals of the Clinical Leadership group• Coordinated with supervisors across departments to develop schedules for newly hired staff and assisted with the training and orientation process

Philadelphia, Pa

• Conducted utilization reviews and authorized services for acute inpatient and drug and alcohol residential levels of care based on Medical Necessity Criteria• Participated in ongoing case consultations, site visits, and interagency meetings to guidetreatment planning for high-risk individuals• Fostered positive relationships with providers within the Community Behavioral Health network and addressed clinical concerns during quarterly provider meetings• Maintained familiarity with DSM-V diagnostic criteria, psychotropic medications, ASAMcriteria, and Medication-Assisted Treatment options for substance use disorders

Sharon Hill, Pa

• Provided individual and family therapy to adults, children, and adolescents diagnosed with psychiatric disorders• Engaged in treatment planning based on a client-centered, strength-based approach• Utilized evidence-based practices to help clients develop coping skills for emotional and behavioral concerns

Philadelphia, Pa

• Provided one-on-one, group, and family counseling to individuals with chronic and severe mental illnesses• Developed and implemented self-help groups with a focus on skill-building and positive coping• Supervised a team of case managers and Certified Peer Specialists in the absence of the program manager• Completed intake assessments, recovery plans, and all other necessary clinical documentation• Participate in the planning and delivery of recreational activities in the community

Philadelphia, Pa

• Provided individual and group counseling to adults with mental health concerns• Completed documentation of client progress and regularly updated client treatment plans• Utilized person-centered, cognitive behavioral, and strength-based techniques in helping clients with setting goals and overcoming obstacles• Participated and provided input during case conferences and presentations

Philadelphia, Pa

• Provided individual counseling to students, while maintaining correspondence with parents, administrators, and teachers• Generated client progress notes and organized client files• Utilized therapeutic activities to promote self-expression and awareness of emotions

Monrovia, Ca

• Provided general supervision to middle school students in the Village Extended after school program• Engaged students in a variety of academic and recreational activities, including sports and homework completion• Developed lesson plans and presented on various topics in education

Master’S Degree, Professional Counseling

Activities and Societies: Research Assistant for the Graduate School of Education

Bachelor’S Degree, Psychology

Activities and Societies: Environmental Law Society; Education Abroad Program (EAP) - Netherlands