
Penny Ann Algrava
Exceptional ESL instructor & counselor
United StatesWork Experience
Licensed Mental Health ProfessionalFull Time
Mind Rehabilitation and Resource Center
Mar 2014 - Present -11 yrs, 3 months
United States , Shreveport
- Job Details:Supervise other mental health therapists; counsel clients; teach psychosocial skills related to the treatment plan. Prepare treatment plans, assessments, discharge plans, and behavior plans.
Licensed mental health professionalFull Time
Changing Behavior Services
Oct 2012 - Present -12 yrs, 8 months
United States , Shreveport
- Job Details:Individual, family, group counseling
English TeacherFull Time
Al Jazeera International Academy
Nov 2011 - Jan 2012 -2 months
Saudi Arabia
- Job Details:Taught English grammar, writing, and speaking to adult women in Saudi Arabia. Evaluated and assessed students through testing and homework. Presented teaching workshops to other teachers.
Licensed Professional CounselorFull Time
Contemporary Quality Care
Jun 2007 - Nov 2011 -4 yrs, 5 months
United States , Shreveport
- Job Details:Conduct and facilitate individual, family and group therapy sessions following company standards. Sessions include cognitive, life skills, anger management, social, parenting and/or employment readiness skills as needed. Conduct risks/needs assessments and create individual treatment plans for each assigned client. Assist client and/or caregivers to improve decision making skills, enhance coping and interpersonal skills, develop insight, and produce cognitive/behavioral changes for improved daily functioning. Provide a caring and supportive environment for all clients and caregivers. Communicate relevant, accurate, and adequate information regarding clients' needs/concerns/issues to supervisor and other appropriate parties. Maintain accurate clinical documentation (treatment plans, quarterly reports, updates, session notes) in accordance with clinical standards.
Education
MA in Counseling and General Guidance
Louisiana TechJan 2003 - Jan 2006 - 3 yr
BA in Psychology
San Jose State UniversityJan 1981 - Jan 1984 - 3 yr
Activities
Literacy Volunteers of Centenary College at Centenary
Volunteering
Feb 2013 - Present -12 yrs, 4 months
Languages
English
Fluent
Training & Certifications
Business English
ITTC·2012TESOL
ITTC·2011LPC
Louisiana Board of Licensed Professional Therapists·2008