Jerr'L Ellis

Dedicated Social Work and Behavioral Health Professional with 10+ years of experience in case management, mental health services, crisis intervention, child welfare, and educational support. Proven ability to conduct assessments, develop treatment and service plans, coordinate community resources, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in trauma-informed care, client advocacy, behavioral health interventions, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Program Coordinator / House Manager - Innovative Services, Inc.

(2025-01)

• Supervise and train Direct Support Professionals while overseeing daily residential operations.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, safety standards, and staffing requirements.
• Coordinate medical, therapeutic, and support services and implement person-centered plans.

Casework Specialist, Family Services - Baltimore County Department of Social Services

(2024-09 - 2025-08)

• Investigated child welfare and family service cases through interviews, assessments, and documentation.
• Developed service plans, provided crisis intervention, and prepared court reports.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and community resources to improve client outcomes.

Mental Health Therapist Intern - Hope Health Systems

(2023-02 - 2024-09)

• Conducted biopsychosocial assessments and assisted with diagnostic evaluations.
• Provided individual and group therapy and maintained clinical documentation.

Behavioral Health Care Coordinator - Hope Health Systems

• Coordinated behavioral health services for children and families.
• Facilitated access to resources, led care meetings, and advocated for client needs.

School-Based Prevention Specialist - Hope Health Systems

• Delivered prevention programming and crisis intervention services in schools.
• Assessed student needs and coordinated referrals.

Psychiatric Day Treatment Program Instructor - Hope Health Systems

• Implemented therapeutic programming focused on coping skills and social development.
• Monitored client progress and collaborated with clinical teams.

CAMHA III - RICA Baltimore

(2017-10 - 2022-12)

• Provided behavioral support and mentorship to youth.
• Implemented crisis intervention strategies and assisted with treatment planning.

Behavioral Counselor - Parker Psychiatric Services

(2016-12 - 2017-11)

• Conducted assessments and developed individualized behavior plans.

Instructor - St. Francis Neighborhood Center

(2016-08 - 2017-06)

• Developed educational programming and mentored youth.

Therapeutic Behavioral Service Counselor - Changing Turns Community Healthcare Services

(2013-05 - 2013-08)

• Provided counseling, family support, and conflict resolution services.

Master of Social Work - Social Work - Morgan State University (2023)

Bachelor of Science - Psychology - Morgan State University (2015)

Associate of Arts - General Studies (Psychology & Sociology) - Harford Community College (2012)