LaToya M. Clanton
Fort Knox
Summary
Mental health rehabilitation specialist with extensive experience at Lighthouse Mentoring Center, skilled in therapeutic support and crisis intervention. Demonstrated success in improving patient outcomes through strategic discharge planning and comprehensive behavioral assessments. Strong relationship-building abilities and exceptional customer service delivered in high-pressure environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Discharge Planner
Pinnacle Treatment Center
Elizabethtown
09.2025 - Current
- Initiated discharge planning for patients in collaboration with treatment team members.
- Coordinated aftercare appointments to ensure seamless transitions post-discharge.
- Implemented comprehensive discharge plans tailored to specific levels of care.
- Maintained effective communication with teammates and community resources throughout the process.
Mental health rehabilitation specialist /counselor
Lighthouse Mentoring Center
01.2018 - 01.2025
- Delivered therapeutic services to support youth facing behavioral and mental health challenges.
Conducted initial evaluations to assess clients' mental health status.
Developed customized treatment plans based on individual assessments.
Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions for emotional support.
Documented and tracked client progress to ensure effective interventions.
Taught coping strategies and provided resources for personal goal achievement.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to coordinate comprehensive client care.
Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and treatment compliance.
Carrier
USPS
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Delivered exceptional customer service to consumers in high-pressure environments.
- Handled, sorted, and distributed mail efficiently under extreme weather conditions.
FC associate
Amazon
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Responsible for offloading merchandise trucks, deciphering work orders, locating stock, and packing items for shipment.
EVS Technician
Rightsource
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained equipment, carts, and closets to ensure operational efficiency.
- Executed cleaning and servicing of patient rooms and offices per daily assignments.
- Performed various Environmental Services duties to uphold cleanliness standards.
Scaffold builder
API
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Responsible for erecting forms, framework, scaffold, hoist, using hand tools and level.
- Met client specifications and stayed within safety guidelines.
Rehabilitation Tech
Caring Hands BHS
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Deliver support and therapeutic interventions focused on helping youth and adults facing behavioral and mental health concerns.
Caregiver
Homecare Assistance of Las Vegas
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Assisted clients with transfers, moving in and out of bed and baths, wheelchairs, and transportation.
- Performed household tasks, laundry, shopping, and basic errands.
TSO
Department of Homeland Security
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Enforce security measures for air travelers to safeguard against unauthorized items and individuals accessing commercial airliners.
Residential Treatment Counselor
Aldea Children and Family Services
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Assisted consumers in organizing daily activities while ensuring accurate record-keeping.
- Exemplified appropriate dress, behavior, language, and attitude for youth.
Education
B.A - Social sciences
Cal state university of Sacramento
12.2009
Skills
- Therapeutic support
- Discharge planning
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral assessment
- Case management
- Customer service
Timeline
Discharge Planner
Pinnacle Treatment Center
09.2025 - Current
Carrier
USPS
01.2022 - 01.2023
FC associate
Amazon
01.2021 - 01.2022
EVS Technician
Rightsource
01.2021 - 12.2021
Scaffold builder
API
01.2019 - 01.2020
Mental health rehabilitation specialist /counselor
Lighthouse Mentoring Center
01.2018 - 01.2025
Rehabilitation Tech
Caring Hands BHS
01.2015 - 01.2016
Caregiver
Homecare Assistance of Las Vegas
01.2013 - 01.2014
TSO
Department of Homeland Security
01.2011 - 12.2011
Residential Treatment Counselor
Aldea Children and Family Services
01.2010 - 01.2011
B.A - Social sciences
Cal state university of Sacramento