Jamie A. Cook
Experienced SUD Counselor & Mental Health Case Manager
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Experienced SUD Counselor & Mental Health Case Manager with 5+ years delivering trauma-informed care in residential, outpatient, and community settings. Skilled in treating co-occurring disorders, crisis intervention, and evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, MI, and ACT. Proven ability to manage high caseloads, improve client engagement, and support long-term recovery outcomes.
Experience
SUD Counselor - Elmhurst Home Inc. - Detroit, MI
(2025-01 - 2026-04)
- Managed a caseload of 25–35 clients with co-occurring disorders (SUD, SMI, SED, IDD)
- Delivered weekly individual and group therapy using CBT, DBT, and ACT
- Facilitated 5+ psychoeducational/recovery groups per week (AA/NA-based)
- Completed comprehensive assessments (PHQ-9, GAD-7, MDQ, ASAM) and developed IPOS
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation, reducing behavioral incidents by ~20%
- Supported MAT adherence and relapse prevention planning, improving retention rates
Behavioral Health Specialist - Positive Images Inc. - Detroit, MI
(2024-01 - 2025-01)
- Conducted individual counseling and relapse prevention groups for residential clients
- Performed random drug screenings and supported medication distribution
- Coordinated IOP services and referrals, improving service linkage timelines
- Participated in weekly interdisciplinary team meetings and case presentations
- Maintained accurate documentation with 100% compliance in audits
Case Manager - PsyGenics Inc. - Detroit/Dearborn, MI
(2023-06 - 2024-01)
- Coordinated care for 20+ clients, addressing mental, physical, and social needs
- Developed and monitored individualized treatment plans
- Collaborated with providers and courts to ensure continuity of care
- Streamlined scheduling and documentation processes across systems
Case Manager - Wolverine Human Services - Taylor, MI
(2022-07 - 2023-02)
- Managed child welfare and court-involved cases, including foster care and adoption
- Prepared court reports, recommendations, and provided testimony
- Facilitated family team meetings and coordinated multidisciplinary services
- Ensured compliance with mandated reporting and state regulations
Case Manager - Team Wellness Center - Southgate, MI
(2021 - 2022)
Case Aide - Wellspring Lutheran Services - Oak Park, MI
(2022 - 2022)
Telephone Crime Reporting Specialist - Detroit Police Department
(2020 - 2021)
Rehabilitation Specialist - NeuroRestorative of Michigan
(2019 - 2020)
Education
Social Work - Eastern Michigan University
