Kennedy Shoemaker
Vernon Hills,IL
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in mental health assessment and psychoeducation delivery. Experience in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create tailored recovery strategies, ensuring safety and wellness for clients in high-pressure environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Counselor
ERC Pathlight
Northbrook, IL
10.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and resources for emotional well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention support as needed, ensuring safety and immediate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in setting achievable goals for mental wellness and recovery.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions based on feedback and outcomes.
Hospital Corpsman/Behavior Technician
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Great Lakes, IL
05.2019 - 05.2024
- Administered patient care and first aid in high-pressure environments.
- Assisted medical personnel with examinations and treatment procedures.
- Conducted routine health assessments and documented patient records accurately.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing patient safety standards.
- Provided leadership, delegation, and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
- Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
- Facilitated group therapy and individual support plans for over 800 Naval recruits and Active Duty service members.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH05-2026
Behavioral Health Technician: Basic Psychology
San Antonio, TX04-2022
Hospital Corpsman: Basic Medical Training
San Antonio, TX12-2019
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Keller, TX06-2017
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Recovery strategies
- Suicide prevention
- Mental health assessment
- Self-care promotion
- Psychoeducation delivery
Certification
- Behavioral Health Technician Training - 2022 to Current
- BLS/CPR - 2025 to Current
- Hospital Corpsman (CNA) - 2019 to Current
Timeline
Behavioral Health Counselor
ERC Pathlight
10.2025 - Current
Hospital Corpsman/Behavior Technician
U.S. Navy Active Duty
05.2019 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Behavioral Health Technician: Basic Psychology
Hospital Corpsman: Basic Medical Training
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Bridging The Gap Certificate 2022
Awarded Bridging the Gap Award by the Commanding Officer of Naval
Recruit Training Command Great Lakes on October 24, 2022 for implementing
selflessness and implementation of quick and efficient assistance to those in
distress.