Michael Thomas
Durham
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional with expertise in crisis intervention, personalized treatment planning, and client education. Proven ability to monitor progress and create detailed documentation to enhance client outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intensive In-Home Qualified Professional
Michael U. Thomas
Pittsboro
05.2026 - 07.2026
- Assisted clients in developing personalized mental health treatment plans.
- Provided crisis intervention and support during critical situations.
- Conducted regular check-ins to monitor client progress and well-being.
- Monitored progress of clients throughout their course of treatment.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and mental health resources available.
- Facilitated resource referrals for housing, employment, and therapy services.
- Documented client interactions and maintained accurate case records.
- Created detailed reports documenting interactions with clients and progress towards goals.
Medication Aide
Apogee Home
Mebane
10.2019 - 05.2025
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and patient needs.
- Prepared and distributed medications according to physician's instructions using appropriate techniques and procedures.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Monitored patient health and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained accurate medication records and documentation for compliance.
- Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
- Adhered strictly to established policies, procedures and protocols related to medication administration.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care plans.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and safety.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of medication storage areas regularly.
Intensive In-Home Qualified Professional
All Ways Caring HomeCare
Durham
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Developed individualized care plans for clients based on needs.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive client assessments.
- Facilitated therapeutic activities to promote emotional and behavioral growth.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate case records.
- Assisted families in navigating community resources and services effectively.
- Communicated regularly with stakeholders regarding client welfare and updates.
- Conducted assessments of clients, including psychiatric evaluations and risk assessments.
- Monitored progress of clients toward identified goals.
- Attended team meetings at various locations throughout the community.
- Educated families about the impact of mental illness on their lives.
- Adhered to ethical guidelines set forth by relevant professional organizations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Shaw University
Raleigh, NC05-2015
LPN - Nursing- Practical
Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NC05-1981
High School Diploma -
St. Emma Military Academy
Powhatan, VA06-1971
Skills
- Mental health assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Treatment planning
- Psychosocial evaluation
- Self-harm prevention
- Addiction support strategies
- Resource referral
- Client management
- Progress monitoring
- Case documentation
- Report writing
- Youth engagement strategies
- Developmental support strategies
- Stress reduction techniques
- Cultural competence
- Adaptability to change
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Certified Peer Support
Timeline
Intensive In-Home Qualified Professional
Michael U. Thomas
05.2026 - 07.2026
Medication Aide
Apogee Home
10.2019 - 05.2025
Intensive In-Home Qualified Professional
All Ways Caring HomeCare
05.2019 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Shaw University
LPN - Nursing- Practical
Durham Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
St. Emma Military Academy