Alaina Chapman
Sicklerville ,NJ
Summary
Compassionate Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social service programs and community resources. Skilled at identifying needs and developing effective plans of action to provide intervention and assistance. Possesses strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Discharge Planner/Social Worker
Rikers Island Correctional Facility
10.2022 - Current
- Perform comprehensive assessments of inmates’ needs which contribute to criminogenic behavior and recidivism risk
- Develop a discharge plan that addresses the identified needs, with the desired outcomes of reducing recidivism risk
- Complete required documentation within the mandated time frame
- Communicate with referral providers about new referrals and verified receipt of necessary information prior to arrivals.
- Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.
Counselor
Renfrew Center
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Assisted with Clinical and Dietary Coordination
- Facilitated patient orientation on their day of admission
- Collected and submit weights and vitals of patients
- Set up and broke down mealtime needs for patients
- Provided oversight for patients during meals and snacks
- Other clinical and dietary responsibilities as required
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
ACT Acute Care Clinician
PMHCC CTT
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Provided comprehensive assessments for assigned individuals, including writing comprehensive reports
- Participated in daily multidisciplinary team meetings to review progress on cases in order to ensure communication and a comprehensive approach to treatment, including collaborating with external teams to ensure coordination between systems; participates in group clinical supervision with the CTT Clinical Coordinator for skills enhancement
- Provided input in case reviews to court/other authorities as deemed necessary and appropriate
- Provided 80% of available time in individual and/or group treatment to address clinical issues of the individuals, using evidence-based practices and approaches such as: CBT, DBT, Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, IDDT and Harm Reduction
- Viewed individuals from a strengths-approach in preparation of treatment plans; with a focus on recovery principles
- Monitored service delivery to individuals to ensure appropriate level of service given need as defined by Environmental Matrix score
Therapy
Kwenyan And Associates
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Conducted initial consultations to gather patient information
- Assessed patients’ emotional and mental health and developed treatment plans to meet them
- Utilized CBT and DBT therapeutic techniques to aid both adult and adolescent patients with exploring their thoughts and feelings
- Counseled and advised patients on issues of importance to them
- Intervened with emergency care techniques and protocols when patients were in crisis
- Provided referrals for additional care or services when required
- Maintained detailed confidential records
Case Manager/Counselor
Phoenix Behavioral Health Services
05.2017 - 01.2019
- Conducted in-person psycho-educational groups
- Managed a designated caseload
- Documented group, individual, and family progress notes
- Completed individual service plans
- Performed biopsychosocial evaluations
- Performed outreach calls
- Coordinated case management needs for individuals with mental health and co-occurring disabilities
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Fordham University
Manhattan, NY05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Immaculata University
Immaculata, PA06.2003
Skills
- Case Notes
- Admissions and Discharge Processes
- Discharge Recommendations
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Treatment Documentation
- Case Conferences
- Outpatient Treatment
- Group Sessions
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Treatment Plans
- Coordinating Services
Certification
- Licensed Master Social Worker
Timeline
Discharge Planner/Social Worker
Rikers Island Correctional Facility
10.2022 - Current
Counselor
Renfrew Center
10.2021 - 10.2022
ACT Acute Care Clinician
PMHCC CTT
10.2021 - 10.2022
Therapy
Kwenyan And Associates
01.2019 - 10.2021
Case Manager/Counselor
Phoenix Behavioral Health Services
05.2017 - 01.2019
Master of Arts - Social Work
Fordham University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Immaculata University
- Licensed Master Social Worker
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