Amber Yelliott
Portland,OR
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker, well-versed at liaising with clients to foster access to community resources, treatment and assistance programs. Strong background in supporting client treatment plans. Compassionate and driven with unfailing work ethic and passion for helping others.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Provider- LCSW
Pediatric Associates of the Northwest
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Provided same day brief interventions, meet, and greets, and warm hands offs.
- Provided bridge therapy as needed.
- Strong focus on providing brief therapy interventions
- Using CBT+, unified protocol, motivational interviewing, solution focused, and other interventions.
- Lead quarterly cycle team meetings with medical providers.
- A part of a multidisciplinary pediatric primary care team.
- Conducted outreaches as needed to patients and families.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and efficient care.
- Enhanced patient outcomes through thorough assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care for patients.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare system, promoting optimal care delivery in challenging cases.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care tailored to diverse populations'' unique needs.
- Conducted regular chart reviews as part of a continuous quality improvement initiative.
Child and Family Therapist
Family Solutions
08.2018 - 03.2021
- Biopsychosocial assessments
- Individual, family, and group counseling
- IEP and 504 planning within the Evergreen school district
- Trained in CBT+, trauma informed care, and TREM
- Care Coordination and case management.
- Improved family communication by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
- Enhanced clients'' coping skills through cognitive-behavioral therapy interventions.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address specific needs and goals of clients.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies for families in distress, leading to stabilization and improved functioning.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care coordination and optimal client outcomes.
- Empowered clients by teaching effective problem-solving strategies and building resilience within the family unit.
- Addressed intergenerational trauma within families by implementing culturally sensitive interventions that promote healing across generations.
- Connected clients with community resources such as support groups or additional services when needed.
- Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.
Medical Social Work Intern
Randall Children's Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2018
- Assisted with community recourses
- Participated in daily rounds
- Participated in weekly care conferences for the Rehab department
- Co-facilitated mental health status exams
- Observed in a variety of departments.
- Worked on a interdisciplinary team to collaborate for better patient care by actively participating in case conferences and treatment planning meetings.
Medical Social Work Intern
The Children's Clinic
09.2017 - 03.2018
- Completed mental health intakes and assist with diagnosis
- Collaborated with medical professionals to develop treatment plans addressing both physical and psychosocial needs of patients.
- Conducted Patient Health Questionnaires (PHQ-9), The Screening for Child Anxiety Related Disorders (SCARED), National Institute for Children's Health Quality (NICHQ) Vanderbilt, & other forms of assessments for our patients
- Implemented local provider spreadsheet- increasing employee productivity.
- Complete care coordination tasks
- Provide individual outpatient therapy to children and their families
- Assisted Behavioral Health Team with daily tasks- Team included: Margaret Purkey-Keicher, LCSW; Ashwini S
- Baitmangalkar, LPC; & Caitlin Khoury, PhD
- Familiarity with Centricity for documentation.
Social Work Intern
Play Connections- ASD services
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Connected parents with community resources
- Implemented and planned quarterly parent educational courses
- Assisted with IEP services
- Assisted with client intakes
- Connected parents with DDS services
- Provided empowerment and advocacy skills to parents.
- Assisted clients in navigating community resources for optimal support and services.
- Enhanced client self-sufficiency through goal setting, problem-solving, and skill-building activities.
Early Intervention Specialist
Volunteers of America
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Assisted with wrap-around services
- Collaborated with families to develop tailored intervention plans, resulting in improved child outcomes.
- Enhanced child development by implementing individualized early intervention strategies and techniques.
- Evaluated children''s progress and adjusted interventions accordingly for continued growth and development.
- Provided ongoing support to families through home visits, phone calls, and written communication, ensuring consistent progress monitoring.
- Daily contact and check-ins with clients
- Weekly mental health check-ins with preschool clients using ACORN
- Daily check-ins and case-notes using OWITS
- Provide home-based family advocacy to fragile families
- Co-facilitated parenting groups.
CFS Intern
Harper's Playground
01.2016 - 09.2016
- Organized sales using Pipedrive
- Collected and entered data using Greater Giving
- Supported Program Manager with daily tasks
- Organized silent auction for Fall 2015 Gala
- Assisted with implementation of Give Guide fundraisers
- Educated community members on inclusion practices.
- Enhanced intern productivity by assisting with project coordination and providing ongoing support.
CFS Intern
Oregon Foster Youth Connections (OFYC)
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Adult support staff member.
- Supported youth with chapter lead meetings.
- Supported Tri-County chapter lead with planning and implementing end of the year activities.
- Daily social media updates.
- Coordinated daily with youth in foster care on action opportunities within the community.
- Prepped for the year long policy session.
Education
MSW - Health Across The Life Span And Clinical
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Child and Family Services
Portland State University
Portland, OR12.2015
Skills
- Documentation
- Case Management
- Microsoft Office
- Individual / Group Counseling
- Teamwork and Positive Attitude
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Child & Family Counseling
- Motivational Interviewing
- Behavioral Health
- Curriculum Development
- Crisis Intervention
- Primary care
- Communication skills
- Pediatrics
- Working with people with disabilities
- Hospital experience
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Cultural Humility
- Clinical assessment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- School Social Work
- Medical social work
- Primary Care
- Adaptability
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Pediatric Social Work
Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 02/01/21, 08/01/25
Personal Information
Title: LCSW, CMHS
Timeline
Behavioral Health Provider- LCSW
Pediatric Associates of the Northwest
04.2021 - 03.2023
Child and Family Therapist
Family Solutions
08.2018 - 03.2021
Medical Social Work Intern
Randall Children's Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2018
Medical Social Work Intern
The Children's Clinic
09.2017 - 03.2018
Social Work Intern
Play Connections- ASD services
09.2016 - 06.2017
Early Intervention Specialist
Volunteers of America
02.2016 - 02.2017
CFS Intern
Harper's Playground
01.2016 - 09.2016
CFS Intern
Oregon Foster Youth Connections (OFYC)
06.2015 - 08.2015
MSW - Health Across The Life Span And Clinical
Portland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Child and Family Services
Portland State University
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 02/01/21, 08/01/25
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