ANDREW VAN KLEECK
ASSOCIATE CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER
Summary
Associate Clinical Social Worker with over three years of experience providing crisis intervention, treatment planning, and trauma-informed care in diverse healthcare settings. Skilled in motivational interviewing, trauma-focused psychotherapy, and developing tailored treatment plans that address the unique needs of each client. Committed to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to improve client outcomes and encourage sustained engagement in behavioral health treatment. Known for building strong therapeutic relationships and empowering clients to achieve their mental health goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Crisis Clinician
Telecare Corporation-Mobile Crisis Response Team
09.2024 - Current
- Assess complex mental health concerns and develop personalized intervention plans to address immediate needs and ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Provide compassionate, client-centered care during mental health crises, utilizing de-escalation techniques to ensure safety, resolve conflicts, and promote positive outcomes.
- Build and maintain collaborative partnerships with local healthcare providers, law enforcement, and community organizations to ensure coordinated care. Facilitate smooth referrals and provide comprehensive follow-up support to meet clients' ongoing needs.
- Implement targeted crisis resolution strategies that enhance client outcomes, reduce reliance on emergency services, and promote long-term stability.
Mobile Crisis Intervention Clinician
Bay Cove Human Services
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations, identifying key needs and optimizing treatment plans to ensure effective crisis resolution.
- Provided brief, targeted treatment and support, bridging the gap until community services were available, reducing reliance on emergency care.
- Facilitated client engagement or re-engagement in behavioral health service through referral to services that are consonant with their needs and preferences.
- Provided empathetic support to clients and their networks, strengthening coping skills and promoting long-term behavioral health engagement.
Spanish Interpreter
Brockton Area Multi Services Inc.
05.2022 - 07.2024
- Improved communication for non-English speaking clients, ensuring their needs were accurately conveyed and addressed.
- Worked closely with healthcare providers to facilitate clients' understanding during appointments, enhancing patient care.
- Empowered clients by providing clear and compassionate interpreting, fostering their independence and self-confidence.
Clinical Social Work Intern
Veterans Affairs Medical Center-Outpatient Mental Health
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided individual psychotherapy utilizing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments and developed individualized treatment plans aligned with client's goals.
- Implemented treatment plans to support clients in achieving their goals and enhancing their quality of life.
- Directed a quality improvement project to develop and implement a protocol for managing at-risk alcohol use.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare providers to ensure well-coordinated and comprehensive care.
Clinical Intern
NorthStar Learning Center
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted strength-based, culturally sensitive assessments.
- Provided solution-focused brief therapy to effectively address clients' immediate concerns and goals.
- Partnered with local agencies to improve access to community resources.
- Guided parents in understanding child development, fostering stronger parent-child relationships and better emotional support.
Mental Health Specialist
McLean Hospital Southeast- Adolescent Unit
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Established therapeutic relationships with patients and conducted daily risk and safety assessments.
- Led daily therapeutic groups, fostering a supportive environment that improved patient engagement and participation in treatment programs.
- Conducted meticulous safety checks and environmental assessments, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and maintaining a safe treatment setting.
Project Manager
Molefrank LLC
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Managed supplier relationships in China, including vetting manufacturers, negotiating pricing, and overseeing quality assurance protocols.
- Coordinated international logistics and freight forwarding, optimizing shipping schedules and reducing delays through proactive risk management.
- Conducted market research to identify local demand trends and adapted product offerings accordingly, enhancing product relevance and sales performance.
Project Manager
Galileo Satellite Control Systems
11.2017 - 01.2020
- Managed end-to-end operations for GPS tracking device importation from China, including supplier negotiation, logistics coordination, and customs compliance.
- Directed cross-functional teams to drive product development and market expansion, resulting in significant growth in the European market.
- Managed international client relations and operations, enhancing user engagement and client satisfaction.
- Collaborated with developers and hardware technicians to adapt GPS tracker firmware for localized use and integration with third-party platforms.
Account Manager
Healthcare Services Group
08.2013 - 09.2016
- Supervised a diverse team of maintenance staff, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Developed detailed maintenance budgets, effectively controlling expenses while ensuring optimal equipment performance.
- Implemented strategic resource allocation and maintenance scheduling, reducing downtime and improving service delivery.
- Streamlined work order processes for quicker response times, resulting in increased productivity and reduced costs.
Supervising Agent
American Income Life Insurance Company
05.2012 - 07.2013
- Served as primary point of contact for clients, providing expert advice and guidance on complex insurance matters to ensure their needs were met in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with other departments, such as underwriting and claims, ensuring smooth transactional processes for clients.
- Monitored and evaluated fellow agents' performance.
- Evaluated client risk profiles to recommend appropriate insurance coverage options tailored to their specific needs.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Simmons University
Boston, MA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA05.2023
Associate of Science - Human Services
Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA01.2021
Skills
- Trauma-Focused Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Crisis Intervention
- Treatment Planning
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Clinical quality improvement
Timeline
Crisis Clinician
Telecare Corporation-Mobile Crisis Response Team
09.2024 - Current
Mobile Crisis Intervention Clinician
Bay Cove Human Services
05.2024 - 07.2024
Clinical Social Work Intern
Veterans Affairs Medical Center-Outpatient Mental Health
09.2023 - 05.2024
Clinical Intern
NorthStar Learning Center
09.2022 - 05.2023
Spanish Interpreter
Brockton Area Multi Services Inc.
05.2022 - 07.2024
Mental Health Specialist
McLean Hospital Southeast- Adolescent Unit
12.2021 - 03.2023
Project Manager
Molefrank LLC
01.2020 - 02.2021
Project Manager
Galileo Satellite Control Systems
11.2017 - 01.2020
Account Manager
Healthcare Services Group
08.2013 - 09.2016
Supervising Agent
American Income Life Insurance Company
05.2012 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Bridgewater State University
Associate of Science - Human Services
Quinsigamond Community College
Master of Social Work -
Simmons University
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