Denise Walton
Chicago,IL
Summary
Trained in providing crisis intervention services in addition to routine care and support. Conducts assessments, sets goals and improves patient quality of life with hands-on assistance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Recovery Support Specialist
Mt. Sinai Hospital
03.2021 - Current
- Documented case management activity for accurate, reliable records.
- Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA guidelines.
- Assessed individuals' needs and planned bespoke recovery programs to achieve personalized goals.
- Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic face-to-face counseling.
- Tracked client participation in treatment services to identify attendance issues.
- Arranged community initiatives to build supportive networks for improved rehabilitation.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient settings.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served
Substance Abuse Case Manager
Drexel Counseling Services
04.2017 - 03.2021
- Worked with medical teams, patients, and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
- Coordinated program referrals for community-based resources.
- Updated treatment plans monthly with thelatest intervention strategies and progress notes.
- Provided ongoing counseling to help patients deal with conditions and processes
- Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services, and case notes.
- Worked with medical teams, patients, and families to implement effective treatment plans
- Coordinated patient discharge planning and follow-up care
Home Health Care Provider
Addus Home Health Care
07.2009 - 04.2017
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Reviewed and audited relevant reports and processes to support quality while identifying and addressing staff training needs.
- Coordinated on-call calendar for internal and field staff and delivered proper staff coverage to meet business needs.
Education
Certificate of Completion CRSS Program - Education
University of St Francis
Joliet, IL01.2023
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Community Resource Referral
- Progress Monitoring
- Anger Management
- Addiction Treatment
- Cognitive Behavior Practices
- Treatment Recommendations
- Mental Health Assessments
Accomplishments
Trained all new Recovery Support Specialist.
Timeline
Recovery Support Specialist
Mt. Sinai Hospital
03.2021 - Current
Substance Abuse Case Manager
Drexel Counseling Services
04.2017 - 03.2021
Home Health Care Provider
Addus Home Health Care
07.2009 - 04.2017
Certificate of Completion CRSS Program - Education
University of St Francis
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