Clarence Spruill
Greenville
Summary
Empathetic and professional individual with valuable hands-on experience delivering high-quality psychological services to children and adults. Expertise in identifying, assessing, and diagnosing mental health and emotional issues. Skilled in developing and implementing comprehensive treatment plans for optimal results. Experienced Case Manager specializing in career planning and vocational skill development. Deep understanding of available program resources and current market conditions for valuable guidance. Exceptional organizational skills and ability to multitask, excelling in planning and problem-solving for the best outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Based Clinician
Dreams Provider Care Services
09.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with external agencies to ensure access to community resources for families in need of additional support services.
- Enhanced collaboration between teachers, parents, and school staff by acting as a liaison to resolve issues and concerns.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay abreast of emerging trends in the field of school-based mental health services.
- Implemented social-emotional learning initiatives that fostered self-awareness, responsible decision-making, empathy building, relationship management skills among students across grade levels.
- Provided crisis intervention support for students experiencing acute distress or exhibiting signs of potential harm to themselves or others.
- Promoted a positive school culture by implementing prevention programs focused on building resilience and fostering healthy relationships among students.
- Maintained accurate records of counseling sessions, treatment goals, progress reports, and other pertinent documentation in compliance with ethical guidelines and district policies.
- Improved student emotional and behavioral outcomes by conducting individual and group counseling sessions.
- Advised school administration on best practices for addressing diverse student populations'' unique mental health needs while adhering to legal obligations under state law requirements such as Section 504 or IDEA regulations.
- Created safe spaces within the school environment where students could express their thoughts openly without fear of judgment or ridicule from peers or adults alike.
- Served as a mentor to new school-based clinicians entering the field, providing guidance on best practices for working within a school setting and navigating challenging situations.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans for students, addressing specific social, emotional, and academic needs.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Outpatient Therapist
Dream Provider Care Services
09.2023 - Current
- Developed treatment plans to address individual client needs.
- Provided community resources and referrals to clients.
- Quickly built trust and rapport with clients to facilitate growth.
- Documented client progress and maintained confidential records.
- Maintained records of each patient and kept up to date on progress.
- Worked with clinical psychiatrist and primary care physician to review patient progress and update treatment plans.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Advocated for placement of patients into community-based treatment settings.
- Worked with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Deployed implementation guides for evidence-based interventions.
- Partnered with multi-disciplinary treatment team as subject matter expert on psychosocial treatment of patients.
- Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
- Provided crisis support and emergency care for patients.
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Maintained client caseload of 25-50 individual's week.
Substance Abuse Clinician/MAT Facilitator
PORT Health Services
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Used knowledge of different treatment modalities to provide clients with individualized options for successful outcomes.
- Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Mental Health Counselor
East Carolina University
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted individuals with addressing disabilities and developing career plans.
- Promoted development of interviewing, resume writing and etiquette skills.
- Coordinated community resources and secured referrals.
- Mobilized case management system to document service delivery and case progress.
- Led vocational assessments for clients with physical, emotional, intellectual behavioral disabilities.
- Prepared and maintained records and case files detailing clients' personal and eligibility information, services provided and relevant correspondence.
- Assisted clients in exploring career options and vocational goals.
- Evaluated diagnostic data to determine eligibility and needed services.
- Customized vocational exploration activities to identify self-determined rehabilitation needs and goals.
- Liaised with community partners to enhance employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
- Consulted with interdisciplinary teams to enhance coordination of care, establish medical clearance and determine optimal timing of further interventions.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Provided professional services and support in dynamic work environment.
- Administered preliminary and comprehensive vocational assessments.
- Maintained caseload of more than 50 clients
Education
Master of Science - Therapy And Rehabilitation
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Health And Fitness Specialist
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05.2013
Skills
- Community Mental Health Programs
- Creating Treatment Plans
- Tracking Client Progress
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Group and Individual Sessions
- Crisis Intervention
- Identifying Client Goals
- Best Practices and Standards
- Clinical Documentation
- Facilitating Counseling Sessions
- Treatment Planning
- Individual Counseling
- Motivational Interviewing
Certification
- CRC 618966 - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
- LMHCA A18622 - Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- LCASA 28771 - Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist
- Rehabilitation counseling Certificate 07/13/2021
- Military and Civilian Trauma Counseling Certificate 12/17/2021
- CPT - Certified Personal Trainer ISSA 2003-Current
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
Timeline
School Based Clinician
Dreams Provider Care Services
09.2024 - Current
Outpatient Therapist
Dream Provider Care Services
09.2023 - Current
Substance Abuse Clinician/MAT Facilitator
PORT Health Services
01.2023 - 09.2023
Mental Health Counselor
East Carolina University
05.2021 - 08.2022
Master of Science - Therapy And Rehabilitation
East Carolina University
Bachelor of Science - Health And Fitness Specialist
East Carolina University
- CRC 618966 - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
- LMHCA A18622 - Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- LCASA 28771 - Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist
- Rehabilitation counseling Certificate 07/13/2021
- Military and Civilian Trauma Counseling Certificate 12/17/2021
- CPT - Certified Personal Trainer ISSA 2003-Current
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
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