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Jamaal Hale

Palmyra

Summary

I have been working with individuals with who a developmental and intellectual disability for the last 13 years on and off. In working with the individuals has been a great experience. Working with individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges has profoundly impacted my life. This experience has not only deepened my understanding of their unique struggles but has also fostered my compassion and patience. Engaging with these individuals has taught me the importance of empathy and the value of listening. As I learn from their experiences, I feel more equipped to offer support and make a positive difference in their lives. It has been a journey of growth that has inspired me to be a more understanding and supportive person.

Knowledgeable in the DD and Mental Health field with solid background in providing therapeutic support to diverse clients. Recognized for effectively addressing client needs and fostering positive outcomes through tailored interventions. Demonstrated proficiency in active listening and empathetic communication.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Therapist

Community Empowerment Services
07.2023 - Current
  • Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
  • Coached clients on effective coping strategies, empowering them to manage symptoms independently outside of therapy sessions.
  • Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting a supportive environment for shared learning and growth.
  • Tracked progress according to goals for interventions.
  • Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
  • Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
  • Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
  • Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues.
  • Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
  • Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
  • Developed strategies to help patients cope with stress and anxiety and build resilience.
  • Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.

Therapist

Centered Counseling Services
01.2022 - 07.2023
  • Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
  • Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
  • Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
  • Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues.
  • Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
  • Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
  • Developed strategies to help patients cope with stress and anxiety and build resilience.
  • Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.

Therapist

Baileys Counseling Services
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
  • Delivered brief interventions to help clients develop healthy coping skills.
  • Implemented time management strategies to ensure full caseloads were effectively managed, maintaining high-quality care for all clients.
  • Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.

EXTENDED FAMILY HOME

INTEGRATED LIFE CHOICES
11.2015 - 10.2017
  • It is the responsibility of an EFHP to meet deadlines, attend IPP meetings, and assist in developing programs and completing assessments pertaining to the individual’s program plan. EFHP will complete paperwork, learn and utilize Therap for documentation, attend and stay current on all required trainings. Other duties are but, not limited to, assisting with financial training and documentation, attend/schedule medical appointments, and ongoing communication with team members. An EFH home is considered an assisted living EFHP to provide 24 hour care/supervision as well as providing healthy meals, transportation support with daily living needs, and encourage community involvement when appropriate. During my time at ILCI got to work with several individuals and impact their lives be teaching them various everyday life skills extended.

EXTENTED FAMILY HOME Provider

COMPANION LINC
08.2012 - 09.2015
  • It is the responsibility of an EFHP to meet deadlines, attend IPP meetings, and assist in developing programs and completing assessments pertaining to the individual’s program plan. EFHP will complete paperwork, learn and utilize Therap for documentation, attend and stay current on all required trainings. Other duties are but, not limited to, assisting with financial training and documentation, attend/schedule medical appointments, and ongoing communication with team members. An EFH home is considered an assisted living EFHP to provide 24 hour care/supervision as well as providing healthy meals, transportation support with daily living needs, and encourage community involvement when appropriate. I provided services to individuals who have a developmental disability. During my time at Companion Linc I got to work with several individuals and impact their lives be teaching them various everyday life skills.

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Minnesota State Community And Technical College
Worthington, MN
08.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Peru State College
Peru, NE
05.2013

Master of Science - Clinical Counseling

Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE
12-2021

Master of Arts - Human Services

Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE
06.2018

Skills

  • I am good at listening to people without judging them and able to give them input on situations that could be bothering or affecting them
  • I am compassionate
  • I am a good listening
  • I am good at problem solving
  • Building rapport
  • Treatment Planning
  • One-on-one sessions
  • Behavior modification
  • CBT techniques

Timeline

Therapist

Community Empowerment Services
07.2023 - Current

Therapist

Centered Counseling Services
01.2022 - 07.2023

Therapist

Baileys Counseling Services
01.2022 - 04.2023

EXTENDED FAMILY HOME

INTEGRATED LIFE CHOICES
11.2015 - 10.2017

EXTENTED FAMILY HOME Provider

COMPANION LINC
08.2012 - 09.2015

Associate of Applied Science -

Minnesota State Community And Technical College

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Peru State College

Master of Science - Clinical Counseling

Bellevue University

Master of Arts - Human Services

Bellevue University

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