Brittany Buckner
Chicago
Summary
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and dynamic human services leader with over a decade of experience designing, leading, and evaluating behavioral health programs across primary care, substance use treatment, and nonprofit sectors. Demonstrated excellence in clinical service delivery, grant management, staff supervision, and organizational development. Proven ability to lead with compassion, promote health equity, and align care delivery with community and faith-based values.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director (Part-Time, Contractual)
Edna’s Circle
01.2024 - Current
- Lead strategic direction and operational infrastructure development for a community-based nonprofit focused on recovery and healing.
- Oversee compliance with state grants, supervise HR functions, and manage financial reporting.
- Work closely with board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversee financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
Recovery Services Manager
Lawndale Christian Health Center
04.2022 - Current
- Serve as lead Behavioral Health provider for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) services and oversee operations of Substance Use Disorder Clinic and Recovery Community.
- Supervise social work and care management staff, providing clinical direction and monthly chart reviews.
- Develop and lead behavioral health groups weekly; guide content creation for SUD programming.
- Collaborate with medical providers for MAR patient handoffs and clinical consultation.
- Represent LCHC in state and grant-funded initiatives related to MAR and opioid response.
- Support grant compliance, clinical workflow development, and quality improvement across multiple sites.
Behavioral Health Provider
Lawndale Christian Health Center
07.2016 - 04.2022
- Provided integrated behavioral health services in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) using the PCBHC model.
- Delivered brief, solution-focused therapy and facilitated multidisciplinary coordination with primary care.
- Responded to crises, supervised trainees, and maintained EHR documentation.
- Led patient education initiatives around chronic illness, stress, trauma, and mental health.
ACT Team Leader | CST & ACT Specialist
Thresholds
06.2011 - 02.2015
- Supervised multidisciplinary teams in delivering mobile outreach and integrated behavioral health care to high-need populations.
- Provided crisis intervention, clinical assessments, group facilitation, and supportive housing coordination.
- Maintained ACT and CST fidelity standards and Medicaid documentation compliance.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Service Coordinator
Clayton Residential Home
06.2011 - 12.2011
- Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless coordination of mental health services within overall treatment plans.
- Utilized a strengths-based approach to guide individuals towards meaningful life goals aligned with their unique abilities and interests.
- Facilitated crisis intervention, deescalating situations and connecting patients with appropriate mental health support.
Education
M.A. - Clinical Psychology, Counseling Specialization
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, IL08-2011
B.S. - Psychology, Certificate in Clinical and Counseling Psychology
Edgewood College
Madison, WI05-2009
Skills
- Program & Grant Management
- SUD & MAR Expertise
- Project management
- Strategic Planning
- Primary Care Integration
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Compliance and regulations
- Motivational Interviewing
- DBT & CBT
- Public Speaking
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- EHR Documentation
- Community Engagement
- Staff Training & Development
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Illinois, 01/2015
- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), Illinois, 12/2018
- Leadership Institute 1.0, Safety Net Hospital Leadership Development Program, 2024
- Certificate in Illness Management and Recovery, 2012
- Certificate in Treatment of Addiction Disorders, The Chicago School, 2011
- Certificate in Stanford University’s 30-Hour Chronic Disease Self-Management Training, 2010
- Certificate in 40-Hour Domestic Violence New Advocacy Training, 2009
Awards
- Golden Touch Award, Lawndale Christian Health Center, 2019
- Outstanding Student of the Year, The Chicago School, 2010
- Psi Chi Honor Society in Psychology, Edgewood College, 2009
Languages
English
Interests
- Daisy Girl Scout Troop Leader
- Event Planning
- Lagree Pilates
- Disney Cruise Line
Timeline
Executive Director (Part-Time, Contractual)
Edna’s Circle
01.2024 - Current
Recovery Services Manager
Lawndale Christian Health Center
04.2022 - Current
Behavioral Health Provider
Lawndale Christian Health Center
07.2016 - 04.2022
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Service Coordinator
Clayton Residential Home
06.2011 - 12.2011
ACT Team Leader | CST & ACT Specialist
Thresholds
06.2011 - 02.2015
M.A. - Clinical Psychology, Counseling Specialization
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
B.S. - Psychology, Certificate in Clinical and Counseling Psychology
Edgewood College
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