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net LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR Accomplished professional with extensive trauma, at risk and corrections based c ounseling experience. Diligent advocate with expertise treating clients with a w ide range of clinical issues by employing techniques including psychotherapy, co unseling, behavior modification, problem solving and academic improvement. Consi stently achieved optimal outcomes by engaging local agencies and professional as sociations to provide clients with access to vital social services, referrals an d support programs. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS a Connected the individual's risk factor chain to past and current lifestyle. Sk illfully addressed the reason for referral and balanced against the positive asp ects of the individual's personality while building rapport and motivating chang e. a Significantly decreased the unit's use of physical restraints from multiple oc currences per week to 1-3 per month by employing alternative care strategies. a Recognized for low recidivism rate for clients post discharge. a Devised and implemented strategies to improve direct care staff education. Col laborated effectively with coworkers with diverse treatment philosophies. a Demonstrated expertise in the provision of brief therapy by remaining on treat ment targets, skillfully redirecting clients toward appropriate behaviors and en couraging clients to consider change. a Studied suicide assessment and treatment as well as current/emerging trends in the field. Completed a comprehensive outcome study to ensure success. a Cultivated solid rapport and trust with families mandated into treatment. Inst rumental in families gaining a greater understanding of realistic options and ho w best to address systems issues. a Regarded for relating effectively with clients with diverse needs from numerou s cultures and socio-economic backgrounds. a Interacted with psychological services and provided relevant feedback. a Played a role in the vocational services program gaining notoriety and shiftin g from operating in the red to break even. Added new positions in support of pa tients in need of dietary, maintenance and administrative support. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Therapist | HOMME YOUTH AND FAMILY PROGRAM, Wittenberg, WI a' 2005 to 2010 Interact with individuals and groups in the provision of therapy in support of o ffending hard to place youth in a specialized program designed to work with fire setters. Highly regarded for expertise in consultation and an encyclopedic knowl edge of treatment, trends and best practices. a Earned recognition and financial bonuses for highly effective performance. Student Intern | THE COUNSELING CENTER OF MILWAUKEE, Milwaukee, WI a' 2004 to 20 05 Completed a rigorous internship which included assessment, intervention, individ ual and group supervision and in-services on relevant topics in a community sett ing. a Engaged in brief therapy; conducted accurate assessments and kept clients on t

arget to ensure success. a Interacted with women who experienced domestic abuse and provided clients with restorative professional relationships as a concerned male. CURT CLAUSEN | Page 2 Line Therapist | CHILDRENaS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES, Kenosha, WI a" 2004 to 2 005 Provided psychotherapy, counseling, behavior modification, problem solving and a cademic improvement to children with a wide range of clinical issues. Collaborat ed with a LPC while providing psychotherapy. Reviewed case concerns in collabora tion with leadership. a Interacted with clients in the provision of in-home based therapy. a Instrumental in aligning clients and families on common goals and guiding towa rd positive change. Line Therapist |AUTISM BEHAVIORAL CONSULTANTS, COUNSELING & WELLNESS CENTER, Fon d du Lac, WI a" 2003 Involved in all aspects of home therapy in support of a program which specialize d in the care of PDD population. a Interacted with clients engaged in developing academic and social behavior. a Developed and implemented social learning and alternative coping strategies to ensure client success. RCC Supervisor | LAKEVIEW REHAB, Waterford, WI a" 1999 to 2003 Oversaw two units supporting middle childhood children and adolescent youth who were previously unsuccessful at multiple placements. a Embraced diversity and successfully interacted within a system with differing philosophies through effective communication. a Developed excellent rapport with numerous residents. EARLIER ROLES Vocational Instructor | LAKEVIEW REHAB, Waterford, WI Provided vocational services for neuro-behavioral adults and troubled youth by t eaching of job readiness, employment training, job placement and the maintenance of situational assessment sites. Vocational Instructor | MIDWEST REHAB, Waterford, WI Engaged in the provision of vocational services for neuro-behavioral adults and aggressive youth. Group Home Coordinator | NEW MEDICO, Waterford, WI Met rigorous protocols in management of a group home for behaviorally challenged adults through a high performance team. Managed scheduling, delegated assignmen ts and ensured compliance with contract obligations. Reduced behavioral incident s and increased community integration. Residential Trainer | NEW MEDICO, Waterford, WI Shift Coordinator | NEW MEDICO, Waterford, WI

Life Skills Counselor | NEW MEDICO, Waterford, WI EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN, Whitewater, WI Master of Science, Counselor Education UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN, Parkside, WI Bachelor of Science