Christy Sims
Atlanta
Summary
Licensed Professional Counselor and Victim Advocate with over 12 years of experience in providing mental health counseling, college and university educational outreach, conflict resolution, and mediation services. Skilled in developing and implementing conflict resolution strategies that promote healthy and inclusive outcomes. Adept at working with diverse populations and providing culturally competent services. Seeking to leverage my expertise in counseling and conflict resolution in the field of Equal Opportunity, Compliance and Conflict Management in a university environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Programs Case Manager
Elevance Health
10.2022 - Current
- Conduct conflict resolution sessions, mediating disputes between members to foster understanding and collaboration.
- Lead workshops and training sessions on stress management, communication skills, and conflict resolution techniques.
- Maintain accurate records of client interactions and ensure compliance with all ethical guidelines and state regulations.
- Empower members to take an active role in their own care by providing education on available resources, rights, and responsibilities within the healthcare system.
Case Manager/Licensed Therapist
Next Step Counseling
10.2019 - Current
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
Director/Initimate Partner Violence Advocate
Christy Sims Foundation
10.2014 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with the media, and organizations in an effort to reduce the stigma of reporting intimate partner violence and sexual assault.
- Facilitated educational outreach programs at various colleges and universities, community and government events throughout the US.
- Served as State Spokesperson for Amendment 4/Marsy’s Law of GA, a Crime Victim’s Rights Law which was passed by 80 percent of GA voters in 2018.
- Served as an advocate for those experiencing abuse, discrimination or harassment, providing support and resources for effective resolution of conflicts.
- Evaluated strategies to ensure alignment with diversity initiatives and equal opportunity principles.
Case Manager, HIV and Substance Abuse Counselor
STAND, Inc.
01.2012 - 10.2014
- Provided case management, mediation, mental health, substance abuse, career, and HIV counseling at a 90- day mental health and drug treatment program.
- Facilitated Anger Management and Conflict Resolution Training for clients mandated to treatment.
- Designed clinical treatment plans focused upon career objectives, healthy relationships, moral recognition, self-awareness, life skills, and personal finance to help integrate clients back into society.
- Conducted community fairs providing education, testing, and counseling.
Education
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling -
Mercer University
Atlanta, GA12.2012
Bachelor of Arts in Marketing -
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA08.1992
Skills
- Psychotherapy, Educational Outreach and Workshop Facilitation, Conflict Resolution and Mediation, Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Curriculum Design, Policy Development and Compliance, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Ethical and Confidential Practices, Motivational Interviewing, Intimate Partner Violence and Sexual Assault Training, Mental Health Assessments, Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
Membership
- American Counseling Association
- National Board of Certified Counselors
- Chi Sigma Iota Honor Society
- Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities
- Licensed Professional Counselors Association of GA
Honors and Awards
- Proclamation of April 25th as Christy Sims Day in Fulton County, GA
- Fortitude Award
- Courage to Act Award
- Community Empowerment Award
- Uplift Award
Timeline
Special Programs Case Manager
Elevance Health
10.2022 - Current
Case Manager/Licensed Therapist
Next Step Counseling
10.2019 - Current
Director/Initimate Partner Violence Advocate
Christy Sims Foundation
10.2014 - 05.2021
Case Manager, HIV and Substance Abuse Counselor
STAND, Inc.
01.2012 - 10.2014
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling -
Mercer University
Bachelor of Arts in Marketing -
Georgia Southern University
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