Dr. Jennifer E. Kaufman Walker Phd, Lpc, Ncc, Ccts, Crfc, Cagcs, Npt-C Email & Phone Number

Bluemont, Va, Us

Researching and writing articles about current mental health related trends, providing resources and tools for local publication.

Dc Metro, Va, Us

Franklin, Tennessee, Us

Franklin, Tennessee, Us

- Providing individual and family counseling and case management - Adolescents with intellectual disabilities, mental health diagnoses, or behavioral issues- Working with schools, Family Services, Parole Officers, etc- Attending 504 and IEP meetings- Extensive training: parenting skills, gang issues, behavioral treatments, developmental delays, ABA- Reviewing, understanding, and implementing medical and mental health assessment reports- Completing client related forms for re-authorization purposes - Understanding of Virginia mental health laws and Medicare requirements - Coordinating with a variety of mental health, medical and education professionals- Training in use of community resources, crisis intervention, and medical care- Maintaining clinical notes and treatment plans- Developing and implementing ISPs for clients- Extensive knowledge of psychotropic medications, therapeutic and crisis interventions, and referral resources- CPR/First Aid CertifiedIntensive In Home intervention is provided typically in the residence of a child up to 17 years old, who is presenting behavioral problems, is at risk of being removed from their home, or who is being transitioned back to their home from out-of-home placement. These services provide crisis intervention and treatment, individual and family counseling, communication skills, case management activities, and coordination with other services.

Leesburg, Virginia, Us

- One of eighteen appointed members- Advises the local government regarding policies or regulations for the delivery of services and operation of facilities by the local government department, subject to applicable policies and regulations adopted by the Board- Reviews and evaluates the operations of the local government department and advise the local governing body of each city or county that established it as to its findings- Assesses the community mental health, developmental, and substance abuse services provided by the local government department and advises the local governing body of each city or county that established it as to its findings- Evaluates and commenta on the performance contract, performance reports, and Comprehensive State Plan information developed by the local government department- Recommends the local government as to the necessary and appropriate actions to maximize the involvement and participation of individuals receiving services and family members of individuals receiving services in policy formulation and services planning, delivery, and evaluation- Participates in the selection and the annual performance evaluation of the local government department director employed by the city or county- Carries out other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the governing body of each city or county that established it.

Leesburg, Virginia, Us

- One of eighteen appointed members- Enables Loudoun County to develop, monitor, and maintain community-based corrections programs for certain criminal offenders who meet the eligibility criteria established under Section 19.2-303.3 of the Code of Virginia or other applicable provisions of state law. - Assists to allow localities greater flexibility and involvement responding to the problem of crime in their communities- Helps to provide more effective protection of society and to promote efficiency and economy in the delivery of correctional services- Aids in providing increased opportunities for offenders to make restitution to victims of crimes through financial reimbursement or community services- Assists in permitting localities to operate and utilize local community-based probation programs and services specifically designed to meet the rehabilitative needs of selected offenders- Contributes to appropriate post-sentencing alternatives in localities for certain offenders with the goal of reducing the incidence of repeat offenses

Washington, Dc, Us

- Awarded the Counseling and Human Development Outstanding Service Award- Aids in the development and assembly of marketing strategies- Assembles resources for clients- Lead for organization of the clinic's interior physical space- Provided counseling services to individuals- Supervised Masters of Counseling students with their first clients- Supplied clinical advising, education, counseling, and consultation- Audited client files- Evaluated Masters supervisees' performance- Provided coverage at the school's counseling facility- Screened and evaluated potential clients- Provided resources to clients- Presented on Coping & Safety Plans and Grief & Loss to incoming interns- Worked alongside professors, clinical directors, Masters and Doctoral students- Participated in Alcohol and Mental Health Screenings- Maintained clinical notes and charts

- Facilitated required self-esteem group for shelter residents- Completed victim intakes, assessments, and discharge paperwork- Provided shelter supervision for up to 15 individuals- adults and children- Provided crisis intervention and support- Engaged in safety planning with individuals in crisis- Provided referrals when necessary- Assisted residents with activities of daily living- Administered medications to clients- Collaborating with law enforcement officers, social workers, shelters, etc- Completed extensive training- Worked with the Language Line

Arlington, Virginia, Us

- Screened individuals seeking help for severe mental illness and/or substance abuse- Worked with families and individuals- Provided crisis intervention and safety planning- Scheduled intakes for new clients within the mandatory time period- Provided clients with appropriate referrals- Knowledge of mental health legalities- Maintained clinical notes *Contracted employee.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Forensic and Mental Health/Crisis Care Services Division- Worked with adult men and women with severe mental illness and addiction in a variety of settings: Detention Centers, Mental Health State Hospitals, the court system, the community- Provided short-term group and individual counseling- Jail Diversion Program & Competency Restoration - CIT (Crisis Intervention Training) Program- Assessed client's mental health competency to determine if they are in need of mental health services, are competent to stand trial, or Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI)- Worked with all Mental Health Emergency Services, all facets of the criminal justice field (law enforcement, District Attorneys, etc), Mental Health Institutes, Detention Centers, etc- Provided Court testimonies and sentencing avocation for clients in regards to their treatment plans- Participated in team meetings, treatment planning, etc- Presented clinical cases- Conducted placement evaluations of penal code clients involving review of criminal and psychiatric records, and interviews with hospital/jail staff and the clients, and then make recommendations to the courts.- Made periodic visits to the forensic state hospitals to participate in the treatment/discharge planning for penal code clients.- Prepared clinical case histories and treatment plans.- Maintained clinical case notes and documentation of services provided.- Monitored patient progress through the mental health and criminal justice system.- Provided liaison between Human Services and the criminal justice departments.

Washington, D.C., Us

-Teacher's Assistant for Master's Level Internship class and Interview Skills- Individual and group supervision- Provided clinical feedback on all documentation and case presentations- Prepared and taught lesson plans- Assisted with research- Ran statistical analysis on the data collected- Co wrote research article

Memphis, Us

- Helped to advise the current chapter's council.- Created and presented presentations to the chapter- Facilitated group building activities- Worked with a board consisting of 5 member- Completed reports for the National Office Headquarters - Provided conflict resolution mediation

Chantilly, Va, Us

- Facilitated individual and group therapy- Worked with Intellectually Disabled consumers in Art therapy setting- Wrote progress notes, incident reports, and case notes- Helped to supervise a group home for individuals with mental illness- Organized group outings for the group home residents- Assisted supervisors in preparing for and engaging in fundraisers and art shows- Responsible for photography at fundraisers and the implementation of marketing ideas located on the company's website- Created a movie about the Artwork program that is used as their promotional video on their website

- Completed TOVA training on the Commonwealth of Virginia’s policies and procedures for working with client’s who have mental illness.- Worked with a team of psychologists, psychiatrists, CSB Representatives and social workers- Engaged in Treatment planning, admissions, discharging, case notes, progress reports- Worked within the State of Virginia’s guidelines for mental health facilities- Assisted clients in applying for Medicare and Medicaid - Provided Individual and group counseling to individual with Severe Mental Illness and addiction- Worked with registered sex offenders- Responsible for maintaining client’s progress and process notes along with other reports

Oakton, Virginia, Us

- Worked with adults with a wide range of severe mental illnesses and substance use disorders- Developed and Facilitated group therapy- Provided crisis counseling, career counseling, individual, and group therapy - Responsible for maintaining client progress and process notes

- Case management, working alongside forensic nurses and law enforcement, court advocate- Worked with people who have been victims of sexual abuse and assault- Conducted Primary and secondary victim interview and assessment- Accompanied clients to emergency room and provided follow-up care- Consulted with police and forensic nursing staff - Victim liaison during District Attorney meeting and Court Advocacy- Client admissions and termination processing- Conducted and received extensive training and seminars- Successfully mentored new victim advocates

- Provided interventions for individuals in crisis and/or diagnoses with a variety of mental illnesses- Worked with clients on safety contracting & planning- Making quick decisions to contact Mobile Crisis, City police, local emergency room- Conducted and received extensive training and seminars- Successfully mentored new crisis workers- Completed notes and charts

- Worked with children in foster care on personal safety - Provided their families education on proper parenting procedures- Developed and implemented lesson plans- Shadowed psychologists- Responsible for notes and charting- Engaged in Fundraising and day-to-day office work- Extensive knowledge of family law- 500 hours

Lynchburg, Va, Us

- Assisted and supported students and teachers- Proctored exams for professors- Responsible for monitoring and care of lab rats- Originated and facilitated study groups

Washington, Dc, Us

- Helped coach children with a range of disabilities- Traveled with team to games- Assisted and advised children in setting and accomplishing goals- Gained experience interacting through different types of learning styles and solutions

Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd), Counseling: Specializing In Crisis, Trauma, & Substance Abuse.

Masters Of Education, Community Counseling

Bachelor Of Science, Psychology

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