John Whitty Email & Phone Number

Larkspur, Ca

I work with dual and single diagnosis adults/adult children and their families to provide support and help alleviate the stress and anxiety that commonly accompanies individuals and family members who have a loved one with addiction and/or serious mental health issues. I attempt to create space for people to communicate, express themselves in a positive manner, and to hopefully experience some feeling of relief. I believe there is always a positive side to everything we encounter in life. One of the most valuable services I can offer is the security and relief of support. I aim to empower my clients to increase their independence while decreasing stress and anxiety. Through my reliable support and advocacy I improve quality of life for my clients and, subsequently, their families and loved ones.WHAT TYPES OF ISSUES DO I DEAL WITH?:- frequent hospitalization- mental health - substance abuse- facilitate detox process and find placements- homelessness- coordination of care and services- Provide security and relief for parents/loved ones to create a healthy space to heal- medication management if applicable- advocacy- crisis intervention/management- liaison to family and providers- a strong client centered approach with focus on the positive- planning for future- empower clients with coping skills and stronger sense of self- create space for people to be and to feel heard - this is paramount

Generate Revenue for Care ServicesOversee the Personal Care of 50+ ResidentsContact Families Regarding Changes in CareSee that Changes in a Resident's Condition are Reflected in the Care ReceivedDemonstrate an Ability to Work with Dementia and Alzheimer'sCommunicate EffectivelyPractice Effective Team BehaviorDemonstrate Effective Interpersonal RelationshipsIs Organized and Manages Time EffectivelyBuild Resident and Family Satisfaction (liason)Provide Performance Feedback and Develop 25+ StaffManage Resources EffectivelyReward and Motivate StaffSelect Competent StaffSchedule, Plan, and Prioritize Staff Activity

Marin County, Ca

Buckelew Programs, Drake RSS; Non-profit agency providing support services to adults diagnosed with severe mental illness.Supervised residential facility for adults diagnosed with "severe mental illness." Responsible for case management, general counseling, guidance, life-skills training, and treatment planning for 15 residents.Provide crisis intervention and crisis management services both on duty and while on-call.Assess clients prior to and during residency for symptoms, evaluation, general treatment goals, and continuity of care with other mental health providers.Gather information from psychiatrist, CMHS and other resources on applicants for programs, and make arrangements in regard to intake.Participate in and help implement program and treatment goals.Keep current notes in residents' charts, log books, and other similar information sources and assure they are in compliance with Community Care licensing and MediCal standards.Ensure compliance with Community Care Licensing, SAMSHA and CMHS training requirements Responsible for charting and billing to MediCal standards and submitting billing to administrative office twice monthly. Responsible for completing Client Plans in a timely manner. Supervise, train, and evaluate House Manager Staff.

Therapist in Training at Non-profit agency providing therapeutic services to children and families.Provide therapy, guidance, and support for children and families who have experienced various degrees of trauma.Conduct group therapy for children, adult clients, and families, incorporating the process of trauma recovery and skill building.Create and maintain clinical records and reports.Work in conjunction with government agencies to provide optimal services to clients.

Family private residence consisting of seven children ages from 3 to 18 years.; Implement and support behavioral modification program for children. Attend staff meetings and work with a team, including a family therapist, to support family. Create and apply therapeutic interventions. Provide support for parents with development of family and general running of the household.

County-funded, non-profit group home and educational facility (RCL 14), serving the needs of children and their families. Clients are referred by Marin County Mental Health (AB3632) in conjunction with Marin County Office of Education. Clients are labeled "Severely Emotionally Disturbed," ranging in age from 6 to 13 years.; Supervision of Group Home, 11 full-time staff and 10 clients and 12+ Emergency Relief Counselors to ensure all services are being provided properly.Attending IEP (Individual Education Plan ) meetings.Facilitate staff meetings.Developing and staffing process and enrichment groups for therapeutic day treatment program.Managing development and implementation of program objectives (e.g. level system, agency rules and policies, crisis intervention policies, etc.)Liaison with mental health and education professionalsManaging house budgets, petty cash and recreation funds.Attending to the needs of 10 S.E.D. boys.Scheduling, interviewing, hiring , firing, and training of 12 - 25 staff.Providing employees with adequate supervision.Facilitate staff meetings.Managing facility maintenance.Requisitioning and purchasing facility equipment and therapeutic materials.

County-funded, non-profit group home and educational facility (RCL 12), serving the needs of children and their families. Clients are referred by Marin County Mental Health (AB3632) in conjunction with Marin County Office of Education. Clients are labeled "Severely Emotionally Disturbed," ranging in age from 6 to 12 years.

Master'S Degree, Clinical, Counseling And Applied Psychology

Activities and Societies: NAMI, volunteer at Redwoods Senior Living, Big Picture Wellness,Completed 2 years of intership as a therapist.

Bachelor'S Degree, Liberal Studies With An Emphasis In Special Education, B.A.

Activities and Societies: Completed two semesters in the grad program for Elementary Education.Worked in various S.F.U.S.D. elementary.

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