Jacqueline Seaton Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Illinois

Oversee Clinical operations and day to day activities of the medication-assisted program and other outpatient services Facilitate staff meetings, staffings and clinical supervisions of counselors on regular basis to ensure that staff meet professional standards and perform duties in accordance with policies. Monitor counselors’ chart compliance to ensure that report documentation meets regulatory standards (CARF, DASA 2060)

Greater Chicago Area

ROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEMcDermott Center DBA: Haymarket Center 11/2015-01/2017 Clinical Program Supervisor Chicago, IL Headed the clinical team oversight of the program structure and other administrative duties. Facilitated staff meetings and clinical supervision of counselors, case managers, and case aides on regular basis to ensure that staff meet professional standards and perform duties in accordance with agency policies. Monitor counselors’ chart compliance to ensure that report documentation meets regulatory standards (CARF, DASA 2060). Conduct and complete performance evaluations, disciplinary action reports, and ADP payroll review and approval for 7 direct reports (3 counselors and 4 case aides). Facilitate didactic and therapeutic groups to provide direct clinical treatment as needed in accordance to staffing needs. Oversee the case management and referred contacts provided by counselors.

Chicago, Il

SALINA & ASSOCIATES, INC. 12/2011-11/2015 Mental Health Clinician Chicago, IL Subject to interventions in crisis situations, provided clinical support, and therapeutic interventions. Screen and assess female detainees within Cook County’s jail facility and sheriff furlough programs, per a gender-responsive program with a focus on trauma-informed groups, didactic groups, and other co-occurring disorder groups.

Chicago, Il

RAINBOW BEACH CARE CENTER, 8/2010-12/2011 MISA Coordinator (Mental Illness and Substance Abuse Dependency Chicago, IL Coordinated oversight of the clinical and counseling services of MISA’s program’s residential clients who required special care. Facilitate didactic groups to have goals for effective recovery through education of consequences. Interview and assess clients with medical and psychiatric histories and substance abuse/dependency. Specialty consultant to case managers on complex cases involving MISA issues and residing in a nursing home environment. Maintain detailed case records for reports for regulatory compliance standards. Conduct scheduling and calendaring of staff in an administrative function

Chicago, Il

Performed clinical support for 7-8 case managers handling 30-40 complex residential cases requiring special care. Intervened with the more challenging residents with persistent substance abuse troubles. Significant Contribution:★ Orchestrated alternate placements of residents and coordinated their tailored discharge plans.

Chicago, Il

10/2002-10/2008 Clinical Supervisor Chicago, IL Served as acting director in 2007, spearheaded clinical and administrative duties for two co-occurring disorder units, including supervision of 16 direct reports and development of operational budget and expense reports. Managed oversight of the clinical and administrative operations of the MISA and women’s program. Assess individual needs and provide clinical services and support for residential clients.• Previous experience as Addiction Counselor (1997-2003) with Gateway serving as the lead counselor within the adolescent unit, facilitated group, sessions, developed individualized treatment plans, advocated on behalf of clients during court proceedings, and coordinated a continuum of care plan with clients and their guardians, provided documentation for legal representatives.

Chicago,Il

A non-profit organization with drug and alcohol treatment centers throughout Illinois and St. Louis area. Focus is on adults and teens for outpatient, residential, day treatment, and aftercare services at an affordable cost of care. ►Serve as lead counselor within the adolescent unit and facilitated individual, group, and family therapy sessions. ►Conduct psycho social assessments, developed individualized treatment plans, and directed discharge plans. ►Collaborate with cross-functional team members to determine clinical staffing needs. ►Draft monthly reports for review by guardians and other court-appointed personnel. ►Participate in court proceedings and provided expert testimony when required. ►Advance to lead role within three years of original hire. ►Credit with creating a positive working environment that encouraged collaboration and teamwork.

Master Of Science In Human Resource Management And Development, Human Resource Management & Development, 3.8

Activities and Societies: Member of Student Chapter, Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)

Master Of Science In Human Services With Concentration In Counseling Chicago, Il, Human Services, 3.5

Bachelor Of Arts, 1988 Bachelor Of Arts In Psychology, 3.4