Table of Contents•Credentials•Summary of Qualifications•Mission Statement•What I have to offer•Approach to Social Work•Competencies•Relevant Experience•Resume•Research and Publications•References

My Credentials…

Master of Social Work Concentration: Addictions CounselingAurora University, Aurora, IL*CSWE accredited University*AODA certified

PsychologyConcentration: Special Needs Children and AdultsBenedictine University, Lisle, IL

Licenses/CertificationsLMSW - (2015-2017)CADC - (2015-2017)Issues In Domestic Violence (2006 no exp.)Basic Life Support/CPR American Red Cross

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

 

Highly skilled in providing therapeutic and social services to a diverse clientele of children, teens and adults diagnosed with mental health and substance abuse disorders in individual, family and group sessions

Knowledge of code of ethics for substance abuse professionals, social work professionals and all appropriate state and federal documentation and confidentiality laws

 

Inspire and Motivate Individuals and Families Seeking a Better Life to…

Mission Statement

What I have to offer

I have a trauma- informed approach to treatment that is holistic, compassionate and understands how unique personal histories affect motivations in the process of change.

Many of my clients have expressed an appreciation for my ability to make them feel welcome, heard, acknowledged and above all respected as human beings who are seeking a more positive experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment.

My approach to social work

Advocating for the respect of intrinsic human dignity and value

Provide information, tools, feedback, and support to aid the client in finding what works for them

Utilize Positive Regard and Motivational Interviewing skills to build collaborative therapeutic relationships

Social Work Competencies

Understand human development, behavior and motivations

Legal

Economics

Family

Medical

Alcohol and Other Drug

Use

SocialEmotional

Psychological Educational & Occupational

Coping Mechanisms

ProgressionOf

Symptoms

Risks & Protective

Factors

Support Systems

Provide Comprehensive Assessment and Diagnosis – DSM- IV and DSM-5

Crisis Intervention

Impact Therapy

Positive Psychology

Rational EmotiveTherapy

Toolbox of Interventions and Therapies

Mindfulness Based andCompassion MindTherapies

Anger Management andImpulse Control

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Bereavement and GriefTherapies

SMART Recovery

Family SystemsTherapy

Matrix Model

Stages of Change Model

Impact Therapy

Group TherapyBrief

Intervention

Program DevelopmentTreatment Planning and Goals

Deficit/Harm Reduction

Address Negative Coping skills

Address ambivalence and resistance to change

Behavior/treatment Interventions

Integrated treatment strategies

Teach positive adaptive/ manageable skills

Improve overall life functioning

Review appropriateness of care

Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling

Provide comprehensive substance abuse and addiction treatment services in therapeutic residential setting.

Case management, Mental Health and Psychosocial Assessments, Treatment Planning, Progress update, Discharge Planning: Referral for services as necessary; Documentation, risk assessment and crisis intervention

Better Community Development(BCD, Inc) Hoover The EmPowerment Center3604 W 12th Street, Little Rock, ARAugust 2016 – Present

“Provides a structured, 24-hour, comprehensive, intensive residential and out-patient program that addresses the chemical dependency needs of men and women.”

“Our program, annually serves approximately 1000 individuals, focuses on prevention, intervention, treatment and after care to individuals with substance abuse problems. Clients receive assessments, job readiness and life skills training, and referrals for mental health and other health-related issues.”

Substance Abuse Counselor /Female Case ManagerDuties:

http://bcdinc.org/index-13.html

Substance Abuse Program CounselorDuties:Provide comprehensive out-patient mental health counseling programs for Substance Abuse, Chemical Dependency, Anger Management, DUI, Driver Risk Education

Accomplishment:Consistently received positive client/provider survey feedback in substance abuse and social services

Professional Consultations, Inc743 S 8th Street, West Dundee, ILApril 2013 – July 2015

Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Drug Abuse Chemical Dependency Substance Abuse Prescription Medication Addiction

Treatment Programs OfferedDay and evening programs are offered at all locations,

which are conveniently located near public transportation in the Chicago suburbs • Education Programs• Early Intervention Program• Intervention Counseling Program• Outpatient Treatment Program• Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program• Continuing Care Relapse Prevention• Family Intervention Planning and Counseling• Drug Testing”

http://www.professionalconsultations.com/

Additional Social Services experience

Field Placement Supervisor (Independent Contractor)Duties:

Provide support and weekly supervision to UALR bachelor and masters level social work student interns in field placement setting •Aid students to work towards achieving students program learning goals and competencies•Reinforce the student’s identification with the purposes, values, and ethics of the profession of social work•Promote the student’s ability to practice self-reflection and self-correction to assure continual development of professional competence 

Family Promise of Pulaski County222 E 8th Street, Little Rock, AR 72204August 2016 – Present “As recently as 2003, there were

no homeless shelters in Little Rock equipped to house families as a unit.

Recognizing this need, a group of caring individuals discovered the Interfaith Hospitality Network, a partnership of congregations helping families facing homelessness within their communities, and put a plan in motion to establish a local branch of this national effort.”

*http://www.familypromisepc.org/about

Residential Crisis Counselor-PRNDuties:Face-to face/phone intake and assessments•Case management•Hot-line coverage•Crisis management and referrals services

Accomplishment:Developed therapeutic program to address psychological needs of children experiencing trauma related stress related to homelessness

Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet –Hope House 26 W St. Charles Rd, Lombard, IL 60148January 2012 – October 2013

“Over the course of one year, Hope House helps about 200 people secure housing, employment, self-sufficiency and hope. It typically takes clients a four- to eight-week time span to accomplish their goals

The facility has been serving homeless individuals and families of DuPage County for almost two decades. Catholic Charities of the Joliet Diocese assumed ownership and management of DuPage Emergency Shelter eight years ago.

*excerpt from Catholic Charities News, June 8, 2015

Mental Health Therapist 2015The P.A.T. Center(Pulaski County territory)Pine Bluff, ARSchool-based Mental health therapy Individual, Group and Family sessions

Youth Care Worker 2012ChildServChicago, IL Provide for the safety and well being of adolescent clients with emotional,behavior and psychological disorders

Volunteer Social Service Experience

 

 

 

Social Service Agency Volunteer2007-2009

Computer Skills and GED InstructorAdult literacy program for Inmate populationJ.U.S.T of DuPageDuPage County Correctional FacilityWheaton, IL  Respite careWheaton, ILFamily of child with multiple disabilities diagnosedOn the Autism spectrum disorder

Social engagement companion Senior Home Services of DuPageWheaton, IL 60187630-407-0440 

Resume

EXPERIENCE Substance Abuse Counselor – Residential (2016 - Current)Better Community Development, Inc. (BDC) Little Rock, ARSUDs and Addiction counseling, case management services for voluntary and mandated clients BSW/MSW Field Instructor – Independent Contractor (2016-Cuirremt)Family Promise of Pulaski County, Little Rock, AR (Part-time)On-site field placement instruction, supervision, support and guidance for UALR practicum students Substance Abuse Program Counselor (2013-2015)Professional Consultations, Inc., West Dundee, IL (MSW Clinical Practicum to Hire)Substance Abuse disorders and Addiction counseling for mandated clients Residential Crisis Counselor-Homeless Shelter (2012-2013)Catholic Charities-Diocese of Joliet, Lombard, IL (MSW Clinical Practicum to Hire) Individual and family supportive services; crisis intervention; resource referral Social Service Agency Volunteer, Wheaton, IL (2007-2009)On-site Correctional facilitator GED and Basic Computer skills; Respite care; for multiple disabled child; Senior home care social engagement companion  Division Assistant -Retired (1996-2015)DuPage County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Records, Wheaton, IL Serve as assistant supervisor; department lead; administrative/clerical service  EDUCATIONMaster of Social Work/Addictions Bachelor of Arts/PsychologyAurora University, Aurora, IL Benedictine University, Lisle L(2013) (2010) LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS LMSW - Arkansas/Texas (2017)LSW – Illinois (on hold) CIT – Arkansas (2016)CADC – Illinois(2017)

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Obtained MSW from a CSWE accredited university; AODA certified as an addictions counselor

Highly skilled experience in providing social services, clinical mental health and substance abuse counseling for a diverse clientele

Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, develop recovery programs, treatment plan and goals for teens, adults and special needs populations

Knowledge of code of ethics for substance abuse professionals, social work professionals and

all appropriate state and federal documentation and confidentiality laws

Provide clinical supervision for undergraduate and masters level social work interns

Maintain mental health therapy notes software; case management database documentations

Computer literate with more than 25 years administrative and clerical experience

Research and Publications - Areas of Interest

Addressing Shame in Substance Abuse  Examines the importance of understanding how the client in substance abuse treatment experiences of shame impact motivation for change.

Compassion Mind Therapy, Shame and Substance Abuse Exploring the therapeutic use of CMT to address Issues of shame in SUDs Disability, Chronic Pain and Substance Abuse Exploring how Clinicians in the field can address the needs of the disabled in SUDs Resiliency as a Response to Adversity  Examines how the biological, psychological, social and economic issues of how negative/positive

childhood experiences can aide or inhibit resiliency responses into adulthood

The Undeserving Call to action on the importance of reevaluating how we see and define the “other”

*All publications can be found on my LinkedIn web page

References

Kent KoubaDuPage County Sheriff’s OfficeWheaton, IL630-407-2270Kent.Kouba@DuPageSheriffs.org

Douglas J. Milliman, President & CEOProfessional Consultations, Inc.West Dundee, IL847-428-7260dougmilliman@hotmail.com

Terry D. Mc Quay B.S./M.P.A.Gary, IN219-484-6920terjusg4life@yahoo.com

Ms. Rosilyn Sanders, MACamp Hope for Heroes- Grant ProjectsJacksonville, AR 501-749-2633 rosisand85@gmail.com

Cynthia Ramey, Executive DirectorFamily Promise of Pulaski CountyLittle Rock, AR501- 372-0733execdir@familypromisepc.org

Richard Richardson, CCS, CADCBetter Community Development, IncLittle Rock, AR501-663-4774 Rrichardson@bcdinc.org

Statement of Authenticity

The information contained within this career portfolio is original and represents the unique goals, experience, qualifications and skills of LaSonja Henry, LMSW, CADC.