Carla Shoates-Smith

Carla Shoates-Smith 4422 Esmeralda Drive l Charlotte NC 28269 l 704-750-9355 l essentialtouchllc@gmail.com Holistic Wellness Consultant & Networking Service Individual holistic wellness consulting for self-help and personal development Small group workshops that promote holistic wellness and self growth Online networking and referral Local and international grass-roots community networking/Community leadership Nutritional Supplements Bath & Body Naturals Key Skills Bachelor’s in Social Work and over 10 years of experience in the provision of social services, wellness and personal development services Certified Deep Tissue and Neuromuscular Therapist (Licensed in GA from 2007 - 2008 – in pursuit of national exam for massage and bodywork to be licensed in NC since relocating from GA) Self employed business networking and grass-roots community program development Advocate for personal, group/family, and community wellness Experience Essential Touch, LLC. Charlotte, NC 2009 - present Owner/Holistic Wellness Consultant & Networking Services Individual holistic wellness consulting for self-help and personal development Small group workshops that promote holistic wellness and self growth Online networking and referrals for wellness and personal development Lead, support and promote local and global grass-roots community initiatives to empower individuals, groups/families, and community wellness through networking in the areas of healing arts and performing arts Nutritional Supplements: Body1Nutrition & MSM Bath & Body Naturals Licensed Massage Therapist (Riverdale, GA – 2003 – 2008) Provided therapeutic massage to clients with an alte
ative and holistic approach. Integrate treatment modalities such as Swedish, Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular Therapy, Sports Massage, and Hydrotherapy treatments. Independently contracted and networked with other business owners (including Chiropractor, Beauty Salon and Spas) in promotional events or as a complementary service for their clientele on an on-call basis. Southern Regional Hospital Riverdale, GA 2000 - 2005 Mental Health Associate (Riverwoods Psychiatric Center) Performed various duties assisting in and implementing the treatment and care of patients in accordance with the established methods, procedures, and standards of Southern Regional Medical Center. Duties consisted of, but not limited to, provision of physical and psychosocial care, documentation of accurate and comprehensive mental status exam, conduct 1:1 interviews, crisis intervention. CHRIS Homes, Inc. Atlanta, GA 1998 - 2000 Lead Therapeutic Resident Counselor Provided supervision to abused and neglected youth in a group home setting. Monitored physical, emotional, and mental status by documentation in daily progress reports. Assisted in the implementation and development of individual treatment plans. Communicated and worked closely with therapist, psychiatrist, and other relevant sources as it pertains to the psychological/behavioral needs of the client. Interacted with mental health personnel, social workers, case managers, court service workers, school personnel, counselors, police, coaches, tutors, parents and other significant persons involved in client’s treatment. Fulton County DFACS Atlanta, GA 1997 - 1998 Family Independence Case Manager Determined client eligibility for benefits. Managed family caseloads. Meet standard of promptness deadlines. Florence Crittenton Services Charlotte, NC 1997 - 1997 Case Manager/Social Work Intern Coordinated client services within the agency. Advocated for client to receive exte
al services. Monitored client/resident compliance. Formulated realistic discharge plan. Performed Residential Counselor duties as needed providing counseling around issues of daily living, monitoring chores, etc. Maintain security by supervising residential visits, Follow through with treatment plan from service team and respond to medical needs as advised by clinic. The Salvation Army Women & Children’s Shelter Charlotte, NC 1996 - 1997 Resident Advisor/Data Entry Clerk Performed intake and assessment procedures. Provided resident referrals for services. Updated resident information to computer data base. Charlotte Mecklenburg Public Schools Charlotte, NC 1994 - 1996 After-School Teacher Developed age-appropriate lesson plans for elementary and middle school students that provided hands on activities emphasizing social and living skills that complement the academic curriculum of Mecklenburg County Public School. Kiamsha: Walls Memorial Liturgical Dancers Charlotte, NC 1995 - 1996 Co-Leader & Assistant Choreographer Scouted and interviewed prospective participants and assist in choreography of dance performances for churches and community events. The Spark/ CPCC Student Publications Charlotte, NC 1994 - 1995 Staff Writer/Office Assistant Conducted interviews and attended events for the entertainment and educational enhancement of students at Central Piedmont Community College. Prepared written material for student newspaper. Performed general office duties. Volunteer Experience Dining for Women Charlotte, NC 2010 – present Dining for Women Charlotte 3 Chapter Leader The Empowerment Project Foundation Charlotte, NC 2009 – 2011 Executive Board Secretary (Appointed in March 2011 -- 2011) Program and Administrative Support (Nov. 2009 -- 2010) Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department Charlotte, NC 1993 - 1994 Special Events Coordinating Assistant United Way Volunteer Center Charlotte, NC 1992 - 1993 Special Events Coordinator/Jr. Secretary Education Atlanta School of Massage Dunwoody, GA 2001 - 2002 Integrated Deep Tissue Massage & Neuromuscular Therapy Certification UNC-Charlotte Charlotte, NC 1995 - 1997 Bachelor’s in Social Work Central Piedmont Community College Charlotte, NC 1993 - 1995 College Transfer Student Awards and Publications Central Piedmont Community College Charlotte, NC 1994 - 1995 Student Publications Department -- Certificate of Recognition Department of Social Services Charlotte, NC December 1993 JOBS Program Newsletter -- Participant of the month of December Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation Department October 1993 Neighborhood Relations Services/Special Events Coordinator Letter of Appreciation (from the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissions) References Available Upon Request