Danielle Owens
@danielleowens
Compassionate counseling professional with 13 years in mental health services.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a compassionate and results-driven counseling professional with over 13 years of experience in mental and behavioral health services. My expertise lies in case management and interdisciplinary care coordination, where I have proven my ability to assess psychosocial needs and develop personalized care plans. I thrive in high-pressure environments, managing complex caseloads while ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable populations.
Currently, I serve as an Elderly Protection Specialist II at the Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs, where I investigate allegations of abuse and neglect, coordinate emergency services, and collaborate with various stakeholders to protect at-risk adults. My previous roles include Senior Probation Counselor and Content Area Specialist, where I provided clinical counseling and designed developmental services for children with disabilities. I am dedicated to improving outcomes and supporting individuals through effective therapeutic interventions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Elderly Protection Specialist II
Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Investigated allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or extortion of vulnerable adults in compliance with state law and agency policies. Assessed home environments, living conditions, mental and functional capacity, and other risk factors to determine the need for immediate intervention.
Senior Probation Counselor
City of Baton Rouge
May 2016 - May 2023 (7 years)
Conducted psychosocial, substance use, and risk/needs assessments for juveniles and developed individualized case plans. Provided clinical and supportive counseling to at-risk youth and families, coordinating mental health and substance use services.
PBX Operator / Front Desk Support
Ochsner Medical Center
May 2015 - May 2016 (1 year)
Managed emergency communications and facilitated patient/vendor intake with professionalism in a fast-paced hospital setting.
Content Area Specialist
East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start
Aug 2013 - May 2016 (2 years 9 months)
Designed and coordinated mental health and developmental services for children with disabilities and their families. Collaborated with educational teams to develop IEPs and referred families to appropriate community-based resources.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Our Lady of Holy Cross College
Master of Arts, Counseling
Obtained a Master of Arts in Counseling. Focused on developing skills in therapeutic interventions and client support.
Dillard University
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Gained foundational knowledge in psychological principles and research methods.
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Location
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