Amber Witten
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Educated Social Service Worker (SSW) dedicated to providing assistance to individuals and families in need. Well versed in crisis management and skilled at identifying needs and developing effective plans of actions to provide intervention and assistance. Compassionate and excellent communicator with a knack for building client rapport within diverse populations and a proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Social Worker
1st Choice Home Health & Hospice
06.2023 - Current
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments for patients and their families
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan
- Provided ongoing counseling to help patients and families navigate grief and loss
- Provided patient and family education on available resources and self-care strategies
Summer Camp Director
Avid4 Adventure
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Demonstrated exceptional communication skills in maintaining positive relationships with parents and community members
- Supervised and mentored a team of staff members, offering continuous feedback, training, and fostering a cohesive team environment
- Maintained fun, learning-focused atmosphere by smoothly handling conflicts and developing culture centered around collaboration and personal responsibility
Group Lead Field Mentor
Elements Wilderness
05.2020 - 02.2022
- Led backpacking expeditions for youth experiencing mental health crises, providing a transformative experience
- Demonstrated effective crisis management skills to ensure the safety and well-being of participants
- Facilitated impactful group therapy sessions, integrating therapeutic techniques into the daily lives of the youth
- Supported staff with developing professional skills and abilities, uplifting team performance
Therapist Intern
Pacific Center For Human Growth
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Conducted individual and couples therapy sessions for low-income individuals, offering personalized support and guidance
- Organized and led a weekly drop-in therapy group for LQBTQ+ community, fostering a safe and inclusive space for emotional exploration and connection
- Built and maintained therapeutic relationships, fostering positive, supportive and empowering client environments
Licensed Massage Therapist
Various
01.2011 - 01.2020
- Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments
- Communicated with clients to discuss medical history, lifestyle and massage treatment goals
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
Meridian University
Petaluma, CA06.2019
Tamalpa Training Graduate - Expressive Arts Therapy
Tamalpa Insitute
San Rafael, CA06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California - Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA06.2010
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
- Cultural Competency
- Behavior Support Plans
- Coaching and Development
- Client Coping Mechanisms
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Documentation Requirements
- Case Management
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Timeline
Medical Social Worker
1st Choice Home Health & Hospice
06.2023 - Current
Summer Camp Director
Avid4 Adventure
05.2022 - 08.2022
Group Lead Field Mentor
Elements Wilderness
05.2020 - 02.2022
Therapist Intern
Pacific Center For Human Growth
09.2017 - 07.2018
Licensed Massage Therapist
Various
01.2011 - 01.2020
Master of Arts - Psychology
Meridian University
Tamalpa Training Graduate - Expressive Arts Therapy
Tamalpa Insitute
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California - Santa Cruz
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