Resume

• 2013

  Evolve Counseling Service

  LLC

  Douglasville

  Georgia

  Delivers mental health counseling services and manages EAP client cases referred by EAP providers. Specializes in cases related to substance abuse issues.\n\nCompletes comprehensive DUI evaluations for individuals convicted of Driving Under the Influence

  and various other drug related offenses.

  Lead Mental Health Counselor

  Founder

  Evolve Counseling Service

  LLC

  Member

  National Organization of Alcohol and Drug Counselors

  Licensed DUI Evaluator

  Department of Behavioral Health and Development Disorders

  EAS-C

  Employee Assistance Professionals Association (EAPA)

• 2012

  Spectrum Healthcare Systems

  Stockbridge

  Georgia

  •\tFacilitated groups for mandated substance abuse clients and utilized evidence-based treatment models including TCU Mapping Enhanced Counseling and the Matrix Model. \n•\tDocumented group notes for all participants and complied monthly reports for future reference.

  Counselor

  Spectrum Healthcare Systems

  Member

  Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia

• 2011

  Gwinnett Technical College

  Lawrenceville

  Georgia

  Oversees

  manages

  and leads online Basic Psychology course and implements clear and effective communication structures to ensure the education and instruction of students.\n•\tDevelops and prepares all curriculum assignments

  activities

  and assessments for Web-based course.\n•\tEvaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives while providing timely

  effective

  and insightful feedback.\n•\tEmphasizes clear communication to overcome barriers of teaching in an online environment. Ensures all students understand lessons and are equipped with the resources

  tools

  and information necessary to move forward in the class.

  Adjunct Instructor

  Gwinnett Technical College

• 2010

  Bachelor's Degree

  Minor in English Studies

  Psychology

  University of Louisiana at Lafayette

  Georgia State University

  Master's Degree

  Community Counseling

  MHN Military Family Life Counselor

• 2009

  The Municipal Court of Atlanta

  -Provided mental health and substance abuse evaluations services for a specialized Community Court focusing on individuals with co-occurring disorders.\n-Conducted assessments to identify the needs of clients and provides solutions

  referrals

  and opportunities for clients to receive the assistance they require.\n-Facilitated case management services for all participants in the program.\n-Knowledgeable about community resources in order to make appropriate referrals.

  Senior Psychological Services Specialist

  Greater Atlanta Area

  The Municipal Court of Atlanta

• 2008

  Anchor Hospital

  College Park

  Georgia

  •\tAdministered mental health and substance abuse assessments for both referred and walk-in clients and completed level of care evaluations with psychiatrist to determine inpatient or outpatient referrals.\n•\tPerformed effective crisis intervention services both in person and over the telephone to provide stability and guidance in challenging situations.\n•\tCommunicated with insurance providers and spoke with doctors to share the results of assessments. Worked with doctors and confirmed the level of care for each unique patient.

  Intake Assessment Counselor

  Anchor Hospital

• 2000

  Detail oriented

  innovative Mental Health Counseling Specialist with more than 13 years of counseling experience in substance abuse

  trauma

  and grief

  particularly within the criminal justice system. Proven history of excelling in fast-paced environments and adapting to changing situations seamlessly. Able to manage large caseloads while still providing quality customer care to individuals. Adept at communicating clearly and effectively with various levels of leadership

  including judges

  administrators

  and middle managers. Highly proficient in providing presentations and trainings to improve functionality and capability of teams.

  Janel

  Wheeler

  Fulton County District Attorney’s Office

  •\tDirected crisis intervention and advocacy services to victims of major felonies

  as well as their families.\n•\tInitiated and oversaw clinical assessments

  grief counseling

  and support group services to victims and their families. Offered support to victims who testified in court by communicating with them and determining their individual needs.\n•\tDelivered clear and empathetic communication in challenging situations to guide victims through the legal process and ensure comprehension of the situation.

  Victim Advocate Counselor

  Greater Atlanta Area

  Fulton County District Attorney’s Office

• 1999

  Member

  American Counseling Association

• -Evaluates and scores grant applications submitted by programs seeking funding from the United Way of Greater Atlanta.\n-Conducts on site program evaluations at applicant agency.\n-Participates in group discussions and develop a consensus based score for each applicant.\n-Those scores and recommendations are shared with the Board of Directors for final approval.

  United Way of Greater Atlanta

  Counseling

  Interpersonal Communication

  Public Speaking

  Team Building & Supervision

  Documentation

  Case Management

  Relationship Building

  Community Outreach

  Networking

  Evidence-Based Treatment

  Organizational Skills

  Crisis Intervention

  Assessment Completion

  Mental Health Services

  Attention to Detail

  Referrals

  Time Management

  Interviewing

  Evaluation

  Process & Workflow Improvement

  Wheeler