Abigail Blanchard
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
As of May, I have completed my Master's Degree in Social Work with an emphasis on Advanced Direct Practice. Currently, I am pursuing a career to further expand my knowledge and experience in the field of Social Work while continuing to help others in need. Using my three years of experience in the field, I aspire to find the right suited career for my future that is both fulfilling and makes an impact in the lives of the people I serve. I have recently submitted my LMSW application to the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health and am in the process of studying for the licensing exam, with the goal of receiving my LMSW by the end of the year. I also look forward to working towards and achieving my LCSW in the future under clinical supervision. I strive to change the way the world views mental health through educating the public, advocating for those who need support and encouraging people struggling with their mental health to not be afraid to ask for help. With these goals I believe I can help many people live a healthier and more meaningful life.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wine and Spirits Specialist
Herbalist SP
Phoenix , AZ
07.2019 - Current
- Coordinate with store managers for on-site promotional sampling.
- Advertise products to consumers and track local purchases.
- Set up glassware, liquor and other necessary supplies for tastings.
- Engage daily with over 20 costumers.
BHIP Social Work Intern
Veterans Affairs Hospital
Phoenix , AZ
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Completed 500+ hours of face to face contact with veterans in the VA's mental health clinic.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy for veterans struggling with anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
- Administered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - implemented ABC worksheets, thought records, behavioral activation activities, activity monitoring, etc.
- Completed detailed charts to summarize interactions with patients and booked follow-up sessions for individual and group sessions.
- Accessed for risk during each client interaction.
- Completed formal suicide risk assessment during individual therapy, safety plan was completed when risk was anything higher than Low Acute, Low Chronic.
- Cofacilitated ongoing Veteran Transgender support groups; weekly group (male to female) and monthly group (female to male).
- Experienced with in-person & telehealth sessions.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification and decrease mental health symptoms.
- Formulated specialized treatment plans with clients.
- Tracked progress according to goals for interventions through administering PHQ-9 & GAD-7 tools.
- Introduced self care, meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques, body scan, to clients.
- Experienced with using Microsoft Teams.
Social Work Intern
Cornerstone Behavorial Health Inpatient Hospital
Tucson, AZ
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Completed 500+ hours face to face contact with patients.
- Facilitated support groups of up to 20 patients on various topics: relapse prevention, developing new habits, creating healthy boundaries, coping with mental illness, practicing self care, etc.
- Performed Biopsychosocial Assessments and Master Treatment Plans.
- Conducted patient discharges, including: discussing safety planning, making outpatient appointments, and setting up transportation.
- Documented detailed case notes on each patient daily.
- Met patients one on one to help process mental illness and/or substance abuse.
Intern Advocate
Homicide Survivor Inc. (Non-profit)
Tuscon, AZ
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Completed 250+ hours of face-to-face contact with survivors.
- Assisted with survivor intake appointments, providing support during grieving process.
- Escorted survivors to court and sat in with them for support.
- Event Coordination: National Day of Remembrance, All Souls Procession, Thanksgiving, monthly Workshops, etc.
- Maintained regular contact with survivors via phone/email to provide constant support and guidance.
- Ran tabling events to raise donations for the non-profit organization.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Arizona
Tuscon, AZ05.2020
Skills
- Victim Advocate
- Individual & Group Therapy Facilitator
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Crisis Intervention
- Case Management
- Discharge Planning
- Treatment Planning
- Case Documentation
- Biopsychosocial Assessment
- National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
- DSM-IV knowledge
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Cultural Awareness
- Event Coordination
Certification
Arizona Basic Victim Assistance Academy- 40 Hour Course
- Phoenix, AZ
- Issued: JAN 2020
CPR and AED Certified
- American Heart Association
- Issued: JULY 2020
Handle with Care Training
- Intervention Techniques
- Trained to put patient into a safe physical restraint if necessary
- Issued: JAN 2020
Affiliations
Delta Gamma Sorority
- Alpha Pi Chapter
- Membership: 2016 - 2020
Girl Scouts of America
- Bronze and Sliver Award Earned
- Membership: 2002-2015
Volunteer History
Feed My Starving Children: July 2012-Current
- 150 hours: relief meal preparation
Timeline
BHIP Social Work Intern
Veterans Affairs Hospital
08.2021 - 05.2022
Social Work Intern
Cornerstone Behavorial Health Inpatient Hospital
08.2020 - 05.2021
Intern Advocate
Homicide Survivor Inc. (Non-profit)
09.2019 - 05.2020
Wine and Spirits Specialist
Herbalist SP
07.2019 - Current
Master of Social Work -
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Arizona
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