Karla Jaime

Compassionate mental health professional finalizing a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and experience providing behavioral health services in correctional, inpatient psychiatric, and community settings. Skilled in assessment, crisis intervention, treatment planning, clinical documentation, motivational interviewing, psychoeducation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced working with adolescents and adults experiencing substance use disorders, mental illness, and co-occurring conditions within highly regulated environments.

Bilingual in English and Spanish with a strong commitment to trauma-informed, person-centered care.

Chemical Dependency Counselor - South Dakota Department of Corrections - Yankton, SD

(2022-12 - 2026-04)

• Provided individual and group substance use counseling for incarcerated adults using evidence-based interventions.
• Conducted substance use assessments and developed individualized treatment plans.
• Maintained accurate clinical documentation in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Monitored client progress and updated treatment goals through ongoing assessment.
• Collaborated with correctional staff, medical providers, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
• Facilitated psychoeducational groups focused on relapse prevention, recovery skills, emotional regulation, and healthy coping strategies.
• Maintained strict confidentiality while working within a highly regulated correctional environment.
• Assisted clients with discharge planning and transition to community-based treatment resources.

Manufacturing Production Scheduler - Truxedo, Inc. - Yankton, SD

(2019-02 - 2022-11)

• Coordinated production schedules across multiple manufacturing lines.
• Analyzed inventory and workflow to ensure timely production.
• Collaborated across departments to solve operational challenges.

Sales Associate - Sportsman's Spirits & Fine Wines - Yankton, SD

(2017-10 - 2018-04)

• Assisted with budgeting and expense tracking for daily operations.
• Prepared expense reports and monitored operating costs.
• Assisted with bookkeeping and reconciliation of daily sales.
• Managed inventory valuation and purchasing.
• Produced financial reports for ownership.
• Supervised staff scheduling and cash handling procedures.
• Managed daily deposits and end-of-day financial balancing.

Administrative Assistant - Intek Cleaning & Restoration - Yankton, SD

(2018-07 - 2019-11)

• Managed scheduling and customer communications.
• Coordinated administrative operations for restoration projects.
• Maintained confidential client and employee records.
• Supported onboarding and personnel documentation.
• Audited employee timecards and maintained scheduling records.
• Improved organizational processes and administrative efficiency.

Mental Health Associate - Human Services Center - Yankton, SD

(2018-07 - 2019-11)

• Provided direct care and crisis intervention for adolescents in an inpatient psychiatric treatment facility.
• Maintained therapeutic relationships while supporting treatment goals and patient safety.
• Documented behavioral observations and clinical information in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborated with psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, and social workers to support individualized treatment plans.
• Assisted patients in developing coping skills, emotional regulation, and daily living skills.
• Maintained a safe therapeutic environment during psychiatric crises and behavioral escalations.

Disable Support Professional - Ability Building Services - Yankton, SD

(2018-07 - 2019-11)

• Supported adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving individualized goals.
• Promoted independence through skill development, community integration, and person-centered support.
• Advocated for clients during interdisciplinary meetings.
• Documented client progress and behavioral observations.
• Assisted with implementation of individualized service plans.

Assistant Manager - Robin Hood Archery - Yankton, SD

(2009-07 - 2015-12)

• Supervised daily operations and staff.
• Delivered individualized instruction and coaching.
• Built long-term client relationships through education and mentorship.

MA - Clinical & Metal Health Counseling - University of South Dakota

BA - Psychology - University of South Dakota