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Eager to contribute Master s degree in Psychology and excellent counseling skills toward securing opportunity as a Mental Health Associate

Intake ~ Individual Counseling ~ Group Facilitation ~ Outreach ~ Client Advocacy

Record Keeping ~ Client Rapport-Building ~ Community Resources ~ Veterans ~ Homelessness

         Approachable and tactful; able to leverage transferrable skills in human resources toward earning trust of clients, providing individual and group counseling, and referring individuals and families to appropriate community resources to maximize positive outcomes.

         Compassionate, creative, and possess an advanced understanding of family dynamics.

         Able to communicate effectively with social service agencies to assist individuals in accessing available programs, services, and sources of assistance.

         Solid reputation for integrity and steadfast commitment to confidentiality.

         Well-versed in conducting mental health assessments, developing treatment plans, report writing, and crisis intervention.

         Able to empower individuals from all backgrounds to improve quality of life while achieving personal growth.

         Wide-ranging competencies in internal family systems therapy, Bowenian family therapy, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, structural therapy, narrative therapy, models of intergenerational therapy, art therapy, play therapy, and depth therapy.

         Sound group facilitation experience which focused on PTSD, Women s issues, Teen Life Skills, and Co-Occurring Disorder Recovery.

         Winner of multiple awards, certificates, medals, ribbons, and throughout military service.

Pathways Mental Health Services, Lacey, WA, 2016

Clinical Intern

         Participated in outpatient behavioral and mental health services by conducting intake assessments, formulating treatment plans, and administering counseling via theoretical approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, family systems therapy, and client-centered approach.

         Demonstrated excellent versatility in counseling children, adolescents, young adults, GLBT people, adults, military personnel, couples, and families.

         Authored Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual and Suicide/No Harm Awareness book.

         Promoted clinic by attending community events to expand program and facility awareness.

         Collaboratively organized Out of the Darkness fundraising walk to support suicide prevention and awareness.

         Maintained meticulous progress notes and discharge documentation.

US Army Installation Management Command, Joint Base Lewis McChord (JBLM), WA, 2011 2015

Human Resources Assistant, Lead In/Out Processing Center 2014 2015

         Counseled military members regarding in/out processing procedures and options while ensuring strict adherence to SOPs, EEO criteria, and safety practices.

         Proactively revamped webpage and office environment to boost daily productivity.

Human Resource Assistant, Lead Transition Center 2011 2014

         Exhibited strong listening and communication skills in advising military members on procedures and options such as medical discharges and medical retirements.

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Professional Experience continued

         Diligently safeguarded sensitive documents and files, computed statistics for soldiers who were medically separating, and processed separation orders and certificates of release or discharge from active duty.

Human Resource Assistant, Lead Reassignment Center 2011

         Guided military members in reassignment procedures and options, and performed broad-scope administrative functions related to coordination of passports and travel logistics for family members.

US Army Fresno Recruiting Battalion, Fresno, CA, 2008 2011

Incentive Awards Analyst

         Spearheaded battalion recruiter incentive award program by verifying data, preparing announcement memorandum of recommendations for awards, interfacing with vendor to engrave trophies and awards, and planning award recognition ceremonies.

US Department of Veterans Affairs, Fresno CA, 2008

Psychologist Assistant

         Assisted psychologist by overseeing administrative tasks, preparing for support groups, and delivering psychological services under close supervision.

Homeless Shelter Assistant

         Restocked food and other items for homeless Veterans and provided counseling regarding available sources of assistance including housing options.

US Air Force, Schriever AFB Colorado Springs, CO, 2002 2006

Payload System Operator and Ground System Operator

         Maintained Top Secret Clearance while serving as Crew Chief for five enlisted personnel.

         Administered $31B Military Strategic and Tactical Relay (Milstar) satellite and ground system, and assembled interactive procedures and guidelines for land, sea, air, and special forces communication operations.

US Air Force, Lemonier, Djibouti, Africa, 2006

Radio Operator

         Managed nine tactical communication systems including secure radio/network for special operations spanning five African nations.

         Successfully relayed medical evacuation report to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa to facilitate evaluation of an injured soldier from Kenya within two hours.

US Air Force, Ellsworth AFB Rapid City, SD, 2001 2002

Commander Support Staff Journeyman and Customer Service

         Directed several military personnel programs focused on health, morale, and welfare of squadron members.

         Extensively liaised between commander and base agencies to discuss and resolve personnel issues.

US Air Force, Ramstein AFB Germany, 1997 2001

Commander, Support Staff Journeyman and Customer Service

         Provided quality support to 47 personnel, NCOIC, squadron commander, and first sergeant.

         Composed general correspondence, performance reports, messages, travel orders, awards, and decorations.

Master of Arts Psychology, Specialization in Counseling, LIOS, Saybrook University, Bellevue, WA

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Brandman University, Lacey, WA

Associate of Arts, Information Systems Management, Community College of the Air Force, Maxwell AFB, Alabama

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ADDRESS

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Dear__________________:

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity as a Mental Health Associate and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

In addition to recently earning my Master s degree in Psychology, I bring to you outstanding counseling skills, proven talents in group facilitation, and strong skills in client advocacy, respecting diversity, and community outreach. My proven expertise in ensuring and enforcing stringent adherence to ethical, regulatory, and confidentiality policies will prove immediately beneficial in this role. To complement these qualifications, I offer exemplary report writing, analytical, leadership, and relationship-building skills which are essential in this capacity.

As a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a client-focused professional committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through compassion, dedication, sound judgment, and razor-sharp prioritization skills. I am excited about the opportunity to complete my required hours as a Mental Health Associate to acquire my license, and am confident that I could be a valuable asset to <INSERT NAME OF ORGANIZATION>. Please contact me anytime at the details listed above so that we may discuss my qualifications in greater detail.

Sincerely,

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(INTERVIEWER S NAME)

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(COMPANY NAME)

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Dear _______________________:

I would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the Mental Health Counselor position currently available with (INSERT COMPANY NAME). Having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, I am confident you will find me to be an integral participant in achieving your goals.

As discussed, I am a self-driven professional eager to launch a successful career as a dedicated member of your staff. I believe you will find my dynamic (LIST A FEW SKILLS OR QUALIFICATIONS RELEVANT TO THE POSITION) skills vital to your operations and look forward to contributing to your success.

Should you have any additional questions, or to discuss future employment opportunities, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience. Again, thank you for the enlightening interview. I look forward to your response.

Sincerely,

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