Charles E. Smith
Memphis, TN 38116
abj7px@r.postjobfree.com
Objective
To obtain a position in a progressive, community service oriented
organization, which will utilize my knowledge and experience.
Education
Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice, 1998
West Virginia State University, Institute, WV
Masters Degree in Special Education, December 2010
Cambridge College, Memphis, TN
Employment History
Sep. 2008-Present Early Risers for Success Family Advocate
Comprehensive Counseling Network, Memphis, TN
. Assessment of ongoing educational and case management needs
. Provide crisis services as necessary
. Conduct home visits as scheduled or when necessary
. Plan and assist with after school activities
. Facilitate groups with at risk youth
Nov. 2007-September 2008 Forensics Transitional Case Manager
Comprehensive Counseling Network, Memphis, TN
. Assist with jail division transitioning for dual diagnosis mentally
ill and substance abuse inmates
. Develop community linkage plans for referred inmates upon release
. Link clients to referral sources in the community
. Conduct pre/post release home visits for referred inmates and clients
. Provide client status letters to the Shelby County Courts
Sept. 2003-July 2008 Referral Counselor
Community Behavioral Health, Memphis, TN
. Coordination of intake procedures and assessments
. Data entry
. Pre-certification of patients for admission
. Insurance verification
. Discharge planning
Jan. 2003-June 2005 Assessor
Lakeside Behavioral Health, Memphis, TN
. Crisis intervention of youth ages 14-18
. Perform psychosocial assessments on troubled youth to
determine the proper referral source
. Coordinate with psychologist to determine if child meets
criteria for an inpatient/outpatient referral
. Educate families of referral sources in the community.
2003. Lead Psych. Technician
Community Behavioral Health, Memphis, TN
. Facilitate groups
. Train new employees
Jan. 1999- Sept. 1999 Counselor
Youth Habilitation Center, Memphis, TN
. Assist families in developing and maintaining productive
relationships
. Act as a liaison between facilities and other agencies
. Prepare at-risk youth to re-enter society