Angela Driscoll
Wexford,PA
Summary
Experienced MSW professional with a decade of expertise in behavioral health and family-based therapy. Proficient in conducting clinical assessments and developing tailored treatment plans, alongside delivering effective individual and group counseling. Demonstrated success in crisis intervention and service coordination for youth and families. Currently engaged as a Student Assistance Program Liaison, enhancing mental health support in educational environments while actively pursuing licensure of Social Work.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Assistance Program Liaison
HSAO
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2023 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with school staff, families, and behavioral health providers to identify and support students facing emotional, behavioral, and environmental challenges.
- Utilized the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) assessment to inform individualized service planning, ensuring timely referrals to mental health, housing, and basic needs resources.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups on emotional regulation, stress management, and healthy coping skills to promote student wellness.
- Led outreach initiatives to reduce stigma around mental health and increase awareness of available supports, while maintaining accurate documentation to drive data informed service delivery and continuous program improvement.
Admissions Representative
South College
Cranberry Township, PA
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Providing prospective students with comprehensive guidance on the enrollment process and available academic and support services.
- Facilitated application completion, coordinated transcript and documentation requests, and assisted with entrance exam logistics.
- Scheduled appointments with financial aid and student success advisors to ensure a smooth transition into college life.
- Maintained clear communication with internal departments and leadership to align with team goals and support an efficient, student-centered admissions process.
Blended Service Coordinator
Western Psychiatric Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Supported children and families with complex behavioral health needs by delivering comprehensive care coordination, service planning, and advocacy.
- Conducted professional assessments, including CANS and ANSA, to guide individualized treatment planning and crisis prevention strategies aimed at reducing psychiatric hospitalizations.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure service plans remained responsive and clinically appropriate, while coordinating referrals to community-based resources.
- Prepared for formal County, State, and Federal audits by maintaining thorough documentation and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Regularly re-evaluated safety plans and collaborated with mental health providers, schools, and social service agencies to promote stability, recovery, and overall well-being.
Background Reviewer I
Perspecta
Slippery Rock, PA
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Providing support for federal clearance processes under Office of Personnel Management (OPM) contracts.
- Ensured all documentation met stringent quality assurance standards and federal safety regulations by reviewing investigative files for accuracy, completeness, and grammatical integrity.
- Communicated regularly with Field Investigators to resolve discrepancies and obtain required information, contributing to timely and compliant case processing in alignment with national security and personnel policies.
Family Based Clinician I
Wesley Family Services
Greensburg, PA
07.2018 - 04.2019
- Provided intensive in-home therapeutic support to families navigating complex behavioral and emotional challenges.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary mental health providers to ensure continuity of care and advocate for additional resources tailored to the family's systemic needs.
- Conducted clinical assessments to develop treatment hypotheses and client-centered goals, focusing on relational dynamics within the family unit.
- Facilitated structured weekly sessions aimed at identifying maladaptive patterns, strengthening communication, and implementing interventions that promote stability, healthy boundaries, and long-term resilience.
Family Based Clinician I
Western Psychiatric Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2018 - 07.2018
- Managed a full caseload of 8 - 10 families, delivering intensive, in-home therapeutic services in alignment with county and state regulations.
- Developed and maintained monthly treatment and crisis plans, incorporating client and family contracts to support safety, structure, and engagement in services.
- Facilitated 34 sessions per week with clients, parents, and family units using a structural family therapy model, addressing individual and relational needs while fostering healthier family dynamics and long-term stability.
Substance Abuse Counselor I
Acadia Healthcare
Lebanon, PA
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Provided individual and group counseling to support clients in recovery, facilitating therapeutic small groups, community-based sessions, and weekly one-on-one interventions.
- Managed a full caseload of 10 - 12 clients, ensuring treatment goals and occupational obligations were met in accordance with the Medical Model.
- Developed comprehensive continuing care plans tailored to each client's recovery journey, coordinating appropriate post-treatment support and levels of care to promote long-term sobriety and successful reintegration into daily life.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Pennsylvania Western University
Clarion, PA05.2025
Bachelor of Rehabilitation Sciences and Human Services -
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA08.2016
Skills
- Data analysis
- Ethical awareness
- CPR, first aid, AED
- Case management
- Cultural competency
- Service coordination
- Community outreach
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Referrals and networking
- Complex Problem-solving
- Psychosocial assessments
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Biopsychosocial assessments
- Individual and group counseling
- Therapeutic crisis intervention (TCI)
- Strengths-based solution-focused therapy
Certification
- CANS/ANSA Certification
- Comprehensive Crisis Management
- Pursuing licensure of Social Work (LSW)
Timeline
Student Assistance Program Liaison
HSAO
06.2023 - 05.2025
Admissions Representative
South College
10.2022 - 06.2023
Blended Service Coordinator
Western Psychiatric Hospital
01.2020 - 10.2022
Background Reviewer I
Perspecta
04.2019 - 01.2020
Family Based Clinician I
Wesley Family Services
07.2018 - 04.2019
Family Based Clinician I
Western Psychiatric Hospital
02.2018 - 07.2018
Substance Abuse Counselor I
Acadia Healthcare
02.2017 - 02.2018
Master of Social Work -
Pennsylvania Western University
Bachelor of Rehabilitation Sciences and Human Services -
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
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