Angela M. Tirpak
Erie,PA
Summary
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker with strong clinical evaluation skills.
- Demonstrated success in performing psychosocial assessments, determining intervention plans and leading therapy. Familiar with DSM-IV, as well as ICD-10 codes.
- Ability to work as a team member and collaborate with many different community services as a professional.
- Dedicated and caring social work professional with a good understanding of evidence-based practices. Bringing 25+ years' experience and good clinical knowledge. Team-driven, well-organized and resourceful with a demonstrated work ethic and good verbal and written communication skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intake Consultant
Iris Telehealth
Austin, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Assisted with implementation of the Longitudinal Care Management Model @ Geisinger Health Systems in the Department of Psychiatry.
- Collaborated with hiring of clinical care team of therapists, psychiatrists and nurse practitioners for the program.
- Performed crisis intervention when needed to help stabilize patients in distressful situations.
- Conducted intake assessments of clients to determine diagnosis and recommendation for further services.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients based on their needs.
- Diagnosed disorders according to DSM-IV criteria and used ICD-10 codes for documentation.
Outpatient Therapist/contractual
Affinity Counseling Services
Erie, PA
08.2020 - Current
- Provided psychosocial assessment, evaluation and diagnosis for individuals seeking mental health services. Services provided via telehealth
- Conducted individual therapy
- Maintained accurate records of client information and progress notes in accordance with agency policies.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on the client's needs, preferences and goals.
Clinical Intake Coordinator
Haven House Services
Bethlehem, PA
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided psychosocial assessment, evaluation and diagnosis for individuals seeking mental health services.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to agency requirements.
- Identified clinical or case management needs to promote quality of care.
Social Worker II
Commonwealth of PA/Department of Corrections
Albion, PA
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Evaluation and assessment of mentally ill inmates.
- Evaluate current level of functioning, as well as support systems.
- MAT Social Worker
- Provided brief therapeutic supportive therapy and group therapy.
- Assisted in identifying resources in the community for veterans, hard-to place individuals, and other homeless inmates with mental illness.
- Provided discharge planning to include housing, mental health, drug and alcohol, PCP and other important medical appointments.
Student Assistance Program Counselor
Erie School District
Erie, PA
08.1998 - 01.2018
- Provided individual and group counseling to guide clients in areas of social and emotional needs.
- Identified clinical or case management needs to promote quality of care.
- Worked with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment interventions.
- Led workshops on topics related to mental health, substance abuse prevention, anger management.
- Maintained communication with parents and guardians regarding the progress of their child's mental health needs.
- provided consultations to district staff, students and families.
- Responded to student crisis
- Consultation and presentation of clinical cases to Team psychiatrist
Clinical Mobile Therapist
UPMC Safeharbor
Erie, PA
10.2013 - 09.2017
- Incorporated evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy into daily practice.
- Monitored client progress through assessments and observations during therapy sessions.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients based on assessment results.
- Traveled throughout assigned areas visiting multiple clients per day while maintaining professional boundaries.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV08-1992
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Gannon University
Erie, PA05-1991
Skills
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania CW021113
- Certified Treatment Anxiety Professional-certification with working with Anxiety disorders
- Assessment Skills
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Individual Therapy
- Case Management
- Motivational Interviewing
- Treatment Planning
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania
- CTAP-Certified Treatment Anxiety Professional
Timeline
Clinical Intake Coordinator
Haven House Services
03.2022 - 12.2023
Intake Consultant
Iris Telehealth
11.2021 - Current
Outpatient Therapist/contractual
Affinity Counseling Services
08.2020 - Current
Social Worker II
Commonwealth of PA/Department of Corrections
01.2018 - 12.2021
Clinical Mobile Therapist
UPMC Safeharbor
10.2013 - 09.2017
Student Assistance Program Counselor
Erie School District
08.1998 - 01.2018
Master of Arts - Social Work
West Virginia University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Gannon University
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania
- CTAP-Certified Treatment Anxiety Professional
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