Amy Parsons
Delmar,Delaware
Summary
Dynamic mental health professional with extensive experience at Laurel School District, specializing in crisis intervention and clinical assessment. Demonstrates a proven track record in developing and executing effective treatment plans while fostering strong relationships with clients and families. Expertise in telehealth delivery and case management ensures high-quality, individualized care for diverse populations. Committed to enhancing mental health services through innovative approaches.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Wellness Together Maryland
Fallston, MD
10.2022 - Current
- Performs initial clinical assessments.
- Crafts diagnostic plans based on thorough impressions.
- Delivers telehealth psychotherapy for mental and behavioral health issues.
- Facilitates client goal achievement through diverse therapeutic modalities.
- Manages case files and clinical records.
- Ensures seamless care by collaborating with additional healthcare professionals.
- Coordinates timely discharges efficiently.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COORDINATOR
Laurel School District/Laurel High School
Laurel, DE
08.2021 - Current
- Performs evidence-based clinical screenings, psychosocial assessments and delivers psychotherapy services.
- Creates and executes targeted strategies in accordance with MTSS frameworks.
- Provides crisis response, homebound support services, and therapeutic supports.
- Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team on FBA, BIP, IEP, and 504 Plans.
- Creates strong connections with parents, students, and administration.
- Actively manages cases through referrals and resources.
MOBILE CRISIS SPECIALIST
Eastern Shore Crisis Response Services-The Affiliated Santé Group
Salisbury, MD
04.2020 - 02.2023
- Facilitated immediate mobile crisis interventions for individuals across various age groups.
- Implemented strategies for reducing conflict and ensuring controlled environments in volatile situations.
- Responsible for assessing and composing urgent petition documents.
- Conducted comprehensive person-centered assessments addressing biopsychosocial, spiritual, and safety/lethality factors.
- Collaborated with Salisbury Police Department as Clinical co-Responder.
- Facilitated coordination of care across various community resource agencies.
PROGRAM EVALUATOR
State of Delaware, Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS)
Georgetown, DE
03.2009 - 08.2021
- Directed monitoring of service providers for adherence to Medicaid’s Home and Community-Based Services requirements.
- Assessed person-centered planning and identified obstacles to achieving goals.
- Assessed and analyzed systems and related data.
- Evaluated comprehensive treatment planning methodologies.
INVESTIGATOR COORDINATOR ASSISTANT
State of Delaware DHSS
Georgetown, DE
- Performed investigations into allegations of various forms of abuse and exploitation.
- Confirmed implementation of corrective action plans to avert recurring incidents.
- Made necessary referrals to Health Care Quality Services and law enforcement.
PSYCHIATRIC SOCIAL WORKER II
State of Delaware, DHSS, PROMISE- Division of Substance Use and Mental Health
Georgetown, DE
- Provided high-quality mental health support emphasizing individualized care for severe and persistent conditions.
- Applied ASAM criteria, conducted interviews, and completed behavioral-health intakes.
- Collaborated with Intensive Case Management, Assertive Community Treatment, and Community Reintegration Support Program teams.
- Formulated intervention strategies.
- Delivered clinical documentation to interdisciplinary team.
- Designed and implemented strategies for comprehensive discharge planning.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Delaware State University
Dover, DE01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Wilmington University
Dover, DE01.2015
Associate of Science - Human Services
Delaware Technical and Community College (Owens)
Georgetown, DE01.2006
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Diagnostic planning
- Case management
- Telehealth delivery
- Treatment planning
- Suicide prevention
- Ethical practice
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Motivational interviewing
- Anxiety management
- Psychoeducation
- Depression treatment
- Psychosocial evaluations
- Crisis evaluation and intervention
Affiliations
- National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
- School Social Work Association of America (SSWAA)
- School Social Work Association of Delaware (SSWADE)
- American Psychological Association (APA)
Licenses And Training
- Licensed Master of Social Work in Delaware and Maryland
- Licensed and Certified School Social Worker (K-12) DE Department of Education
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI)
- Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
- Conducting Serious Investigations
- Question Persuade and Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
- Medical First Aid/CPR/AED
- Community Response Team
- Naloxone Administration
- Darkness to Light Children of Sexual Abuse
- Certificate in Child Advocacy
Timeline
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Wellness Together Maryland
10.2022 - Current
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COORDINATOR
Laurel School District/Laurel High School
08.2021 - Current
MOBILE CRISIS SPECIALIST
Eastern Shore Crisis Response Services-The Affiliated Santé Group
04.2020 - 02.2023
PROGRAM EVALUATOR
State of Delaware, Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS)
03.2009 - 08.2021
INVESTIGATOR COORDINATOR ASSISTANT
State of Delaware DHSS
PSYCHIATRIC SOCIAL WORKER II
State of Delaware, DHSS, PROMISE- Division of Substance Use and Mental Health
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Delaware State University
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Wilmington University
Associate of Science - Human Services
Delaware Technical and Community College (Owens)
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