Maintain a safe, supportive environment for up to 6 adolescent clients seeking mental health treatment at the residential level of care
Complete accurate and timely documentation of client observations, group session notes, and notify clinical staff of any changes in client condition or behavior during 12-hour shifts (e.g. medical issues, emotional distress, non-compliance in programming, notable behaviors)
Use a skills-based approach to help dysregulated clients stay safe and self-soothe by introducing and practicing new, adaptive coping skills (e.g. TIPP, Opposite Action, Mindfulness)
Assist in belongings inventory, medication administration, off-site transportation, recreational activities, and other duties as assigned by supervisor
Substance Abuse Education Coordinator
ACER, LLC
01.2015 - 12.2017
Developed curriculum for an 8-week substance abuse education course, including topics such as biology of addiction, Alcohol & BAC, triggers and cravings, and stress physiology
Facilitated weekly group sessions and implemented curriculum within the Education Program
Organized client intake, program waitlist, individual referent requirements, financial agreements, discharge, and treatment plans in order to efficiently help clients successfully achieve individual goals
Scheduled staffing and provided support across all 3 facilities
Clinical Research Intern
Tulane University, Department of Psychiatry
05.2014 - 05.2017
Contributed to a number of successful clinical research projects by efficiently managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
Measured heart rate and cortisol levels in children and adolescents with PTSD in order to observe and analyze the physiology of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Conducted a self-directed study evaluating the availability of hundreds of Medicaid providers offering behavioral health services for children in adolescents in Louisiana as part of the Louisiana Child Welfare Trauma Project