Julie Godel
Mesa
Summary
Highly qualified clinical director with a strong background in managing health regulations, providing exceptional patient care, and motivating talented staff. Known for positively impacting patient outcomes and finding innovative solutions to administrative challenges. Skilled in analytical thinking, effective communication, and teamwork, with a proven ability to adapt quickly to new environments. Committed to contributing to team success and continuously developing professional skills. Approach work with a positive attitude and a dedication to continuous learning and growth. Possess versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Bring a fresh perspective and a strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and a proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Director
Bridge Group Health of Arizona
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
- Cultivated a positive organizational culture that supported employee engagement, teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, accountability.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for growth.
- Interacted effectively with clinical staff and patients by using active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Provide ongoing case management to patients to implement appropriate treatment plan, adhere to quality models and maximize utilization of services needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Interviewed and hired highly talented individuals bringing great skills and passion to daily jobs.
- Directed crisis intervention services when necessary; provided support during critical incidents, and ensured the well-being of all involved parties.
- Enhanced patient care standards by developing and implementing comprehensive training programs for clinical staff.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, initiating regular review meetings for quality assurance and protocol updates.
Full time counselor
Better Horizons LLC
09.2018 - 10.2023
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs and appropriate intervention strategies.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions for increased social support and skill-building opportunities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development trainings to remain current on best practices within the counseling field.
- Communicated regularly with other professionals involved in the client''s care for coordinated service delivery efforts.
- Provided crisis intervention services, offering immediate support and stabilization.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for holistic care, ensuring alignment of treatment goals.
- Supported clients in development of healthy coping strategies, leading to improved life management skills.
- Maintained detailed client records to track progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Clinical Supervisor
Sage Counseling, LLC
01.2017 - 09.2018
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients with complex needs, ensuring comprehensive support was provided across all domains of life functioning.
- Assessed patients, determined needs, and managed care.
- Responded to crisis situations with calm and professional approach to optimize support.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular staff meetings, case conferences, and training sessions.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting regular audits of clinical records and procedures.
- Mentored junior staff members in clinical best practices, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Monitored adherence to ethical guidelines among clinical staff members, supporting their ongoing professional growth while maintaining high quality care standards.
- Facilitated the implementation of new evidence-based practices within the therapeutic team, resulting in improved treatment outcomes.
- Enhanced patient care quality by supervising and mentoring team of 15 clinicians, ensuring adherence to best practices and protocols.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Fostered collaborative environment, encouraging interdisciplinary teamwork to enhance patient outcomes.
Part Time Adjunct Professor
Mesa Community College
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Part time contracting counselor
Better Horizons LLC
07.2015 - 02.2017
- Substance Abuse/Mental Health Outpatient Counselor
- Substance Abuse /Mental Health Groups & Individual Session
Therapist/Substance Abuse Counselor
Health Net, Inc
09.2010 - 11.2010
- Was laid off due to company operations moving to California
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
Online School Guidance Counselor
Pinnacle Education Online High School
08.2008 - 09.2010
- Promoted a positive school climate by implementing character education programs and fostering a culture of respect among staff and students.
- Evaluated academic progress regularly using standardized assessments to measure growth trends over time accurately.
- Improved parent engagement in school activities by organizing informative meetings, workshops, and conferences addressing various topics of interest.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas of improvement within the guidance program, leading to more targeted interventions for at-risk students.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop effective intervention strategies for academically struggling students, resulting in increased academic performance.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to continuously expand knowledge of best practices in school counseling.
Head Online School Guidance Counselor
Primavera Online High School
02.2007 - 07.2008
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas of improvement within the guidance program, leading to more targeted interventions for at-risk students.
- Organized peer mentorship programs that paired upper-classmen with incoming freshmen to facilitate smoother transitions into high school life.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop effective intervention strategies for academically struggling students, resulting in increased academic performance.
- Enhanced student career planning by conducting individual counseling sessions and developing personalized action plans.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to continuously expand knowledge of best practices in school counseling.
- Improved parent engagement in school activities by organizing informative meetings, workshops, and conferences addressing various topics of interest.
- Effectively managed crisis situations involving students experiencing behavioral or emotional distress, coordinating appropriate resources for immediate support.
- Coordinated school-wide events such as college fairs, scholarship presentations, and career exploration workshops to expose students to diverse post-secondary opportunities.
Therapist/Substance Abuse Counselor
Terros, Inc.
08.2005 - 02.2007
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Delivered brief interventions to help clients develop healthy coping skills.
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
Elementary School Counselor
Mesa Public Schools
08.2004 - 05.2005
- One year only contract
- Promoted a positive school environment by fostering strong relationships among staff, parents, and students.
- Created a safe space for students within the school community where they felt comfortable discussing their concerns or seeking guidance from counselors or staff members.
- Reduced absenteeism rates through proactive communication with families and targeted counseling for at-risk students.
- Participated in IEP meetings to advocate for the needs of special education students, ensuring access to appropriate resources and support services.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among peers, resulting in improved classroom dynamics and reduced behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with behavioral aides, teachers, psychiatrists and school nurses to assess student needs and strengths.
- Conducted small group sessions on topics such as stress management, self-esteem building, and goal setting to empower individual growth.
- Assisted in developing school-wide policies around bullying prevention efforts that led to a decrease in reported incidents.
- Boosted peer relationships with establishment of conflict resolution workshops.
- Fostered positive school environment, leading initiatives to promote inclusivity and respect.
- Facilitated teacher and parent consultations, improving collaborative support network for students.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
Mental Health/Substance Abuse Outpatient Therapist
Sage Counseling, LLC
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Substance Abuse/Domestic Violence/Anger Management/Cognitive Skills Groups
- Documented client progress and maintained confidential records.
- Maintained strong partnerships with referral sources through regular communication updates on patient progress and successful reintegration into the community posttreatment.
- Improved patient outcomes through the implementation of evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to each client''s needs.
- Maintained records of each patient and kept up-to-date on progress.
- Increased client satisfaction rates with empathetic counseling approaches that fostered trust and rapport in therapeutic relationships.
- Conducted thorough assessments for new patients, identifying appropriate diagnoses and developing targeted treatment goals.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups to enhance clients'' understanding of their mental health conditions and promote self-management skills.
- Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from various diseases and issues.
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
Therapist Case Manager
Northeastern Mental Health Center
07.1998 - 12.2003
Program Counselor/Case Manager
New Beginnings Center- Adolescent Residential Group Home
06.1997 - 06.1998
- Coordinated community resources and referrals, ensuring access to vital services for clients.
- Addressed barriers hindering client success by identifying appropriate solutions or accommodations as needed.
- Supported a diverse range of clients through cultural competency training initiatives.
Graduate Internship- NSU Counseling Office
Northern State University
01.1995 - 05.1997
- Program Counselor/Case Manager/Tutoring Coordinator/Career Counselor
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Facilitated smoother communication channels by organizing regular team meetings.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Helped streamline client onboarding processes, leading to smoother client experience.
Co- Advisor
Risqué Business (Improv Group)
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Collaborated with fellow advisors to develop innovative financial strategies tailored to individual client needs.
Education
Master of Science - Education, Guidance & Counseling
Northern State University
Aberdeen, South Dakota05.1997
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Sociology (Minor)
Northern State University
Aberdeen, South Dakota05.1994
Skills
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Self Motivation
- Training and mentoring
- Relationship Building
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
- Problem-solving abilities
- Clinical Supervision
- Case Management
- Resource Coordination
References
- Kathy Forsyth Williams, Previous Clinical Director/ supervisor, Better Horizons, LLC., Kforsyth4806@msn.com, Mesa, AZ, 602-332-3349
- Danielle Wilson, School Counselor, Klein Collins High School, Spring, TX, Daelwilson@gmail.com, 614-678-9740
- Billie Hensley-Godel, Works at Primavera Online High School, Chandler, AZ, billieraedawnhensley@gmail.com, 480-540-9940
- Rashayne Zimmer, Clinical Supervisor, Better Horizons, LLC., Rashayne.zimmer@betterhorizonsllc.com, 623-680-8063
Certification
- LISAC, AZ, 06/30/15, 06/30/25
- Licensed Professional Counselor, South Dakota, 01/97, 12/06
- Pre-K-12th Certified School Guidance Counselor, AZ, 01/04, 07/04/38
- State of Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card, 01/22, 12/28
Personal Characteristics
- Excellent time management and attention to detail as it relates to deadlines.
- Experience dealing with difficult situations while maintaining calm composure and professionalism.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to enable building rapport and positive relationships with students, parents and staff.
- Experience working in a virtual K-12 school setting.
- Ability to quickly develop trusting relationships with others.
- Enthusiastic personality and strong dedication/work ethic.
- Willingness to learn new things, welcoming new challenges by utilizing problem solving strategies.
- Leadership abilities while understanding the importance of being a team player.
- Creativity for program development and implementing new procedures.
- Crisis intervention and safety planning.
- Expertise in dynamics of substance abuse, domestic violence, family systems and child/adolescent development.
- Facilitated Adult Alcohol/Drug treatment counseling groups and education classes approved by AZ MVD, Anger Management/Domestic Violence and Cognitive Skills Groups.
- Completed Assessment, Intakes, Case Service Treatment Plans, and Discharges.
Timeline
Clinical Director
Bridge Group Health of Arizona
11.2023 - 08.2024
Full time counselor
Better Horizons LLC
09.2018 - 10.2023
Part Time Adjunct Professor
Mesa Community College
08.2017 - 08.2018
Clinical Supervisor
Sage Counseling, LLC
01.2017 - 09.2018
Part time contracting counselor
Better Horizons LLC
07.2015 - 02.2017
Therapist/Substance Abuse Counselor
Health Net, Inc
09.2010 - 11.2010
Online School Guidance Counselor
Pinnacle Education Online High School
08.2008 - 09.2010
Head Online School Guidance Counselor
Primavera Online High School
02.2007 - 07.2008
Therapist/Substance Abuse Counselor
Terros, Inc.
08.2005 - 02.2007
Elementary School Counselor
Mesa Public Schools
08.2004 - 05.2005
Mental Health/Substance Abuse Outpatient Therapist
Sage Counseling, LLC
01.2004 - 01.2005
Therapist Case Manager
Northeastern Mental Health Center
07.1998 - 12.2003
Program Counselor/Case Manager
New Beginnings Center- Adolescent Residential Group Home
06.1997 - 06.1998
Co- Advisor
Risqué Business (Improv Group)
01.1996 - 01.1997
Graduate Internship- NSU Counseling Office
Northern State University
01.1995 - 05.1997
Master of Science - Education, Guidance & Counseling
Northern State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Sociology (Minor)
Northern State University
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