Annyka Tinsley
Bowling Green
Summary
Aspiring clinical social worker and MSW student with over five years of experience in behavioral health and geriatric care. Committed to a humanistic, existential, and trauma-informed approach to guiding vulnerable populations toward resilience. Experienced with client-focused case management and supportive interventions. Utilizes therapeutic communication to foster client trust and progress. Knowledge of social work principles and ethical standards, ensuring comprehensive and compassionate care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MSW Intern
Sound Mind Behavioral Wellness
10.2025 - Current
- Facilitate skills-based therapeutic groups for diverse populations, ranging from youth to older adults, focusing on emotional regulation and social connection.
- Establishing an individual caseload for upcoming clinical rotation; currently observing intakes and preparing treatment plans under LISW-S supervision.
- Apply humanistic and existential frameworks to group facilitation, fostering a supportive environment for client growth and self-discovery.
Recovery Care Specialist
Aster Springs Ohio
11.2025 - Current
- Provide steady, day-to-day support in a highly structured environment; staying present through meals, groups, downtime, and tough moments, helping clients practice coping skills in real time while protecting dignity.
- Reinforce treatment expectations, notice behavioral patterns, and respond early with calm redirection, documentation, and team communication.
- Build trust through consistent, respectful relationship—meet clients as whole people instead of symptoms, validate what’s true, name what’s risky, and collaborate with the treatment team to support progress across different milieus, staff styles, and daily stressors.
Qualified Behavioral Health Specialist / Case Manager
Sound Mind Behavioral Wellness
07.2025 - Current
- Provide CPST and SEL-based interventions across the lifespan (children to geriatric), tailoring support strategies to meet developmental needs.
- Facilitate weekly mental health day treatment groups, utilizing original psychoeducational materials to teach emotional regulation and coping skills.
- Manage a diverse caseload, ensuring compliance with Medicaid documentation standards while collaborating with clinical teams to monitor client progress.
Qualified Mental Health Specialist / Case Manager
A Step Beyond
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Delivered behavioral health interventions for Pre-K through 4th-grade students within a school setting, focusing on behavioral modification and social skills development.
- Designed and implemented a creative SEL curriculum, including interactive PowerPoint presentations and activities to engage young learners in emotional literacy.
- Served as a liaison between families, school staff, and clinical providers to advocate for clients’ educational and emotional needs.
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Ohio Living Swan Creek
02.2020 - 03.2024
- Provided person-centered care in a high-volume long-term nursing and rehabilitation facility, assisting residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) while preserving their dignity.
- Developed strong rapport with residents and families, acting as a primary advocate for their physical comfort and psychosocial well-being during critical transitions.
- Mentored new staff members, fostering team cohesion and ensuring adherence to safety protocols and care standards.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Spring Arbor University
7 2027
Bachelor of General Studies - Psychology Concentration
The University of Toledo
05-2024
High School Diploma -
E.L. Bowsher High School
05-2019
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Crisis Intervention & Safety Planning
- Group Facilitation & Curriculum Design
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Case Management (CPST)
- Biopsychosocial Assessment
- Medicaid Documentation & Compliance
- Humanistic & Existential Frameworks
- Multicultural competence
- Client advocacy
Affiliations
National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
Certification
Qualified Mental Health Specialist (2024)
State Tested Nursing Assistant (2019)
Timeline
Recovery Care Specialist
Aster Springs Ohio
11.2025 - Current
MSW Intern
Sound Mind Behavioral Wellness
10.2025 - Current
Qualified Behavioral Health Specialist / Case Manager
Sound Mind Behavioral Wellness
07.2025 - Current
Qualified Mental Health Specialist / Case Manager
A Step Beyond
10.2024 - 07.2025
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Ohio Living Swan Creek
02.2020 - 03.2024
Bachelor of General Studies - Psychology Concentration
The University of Toledo
High School Diploma -
E.L. Bowsher High School
Master of Social Work -
Spring Arbor University
Awards & Honors
Cum Laude Graduate – The University of Toledo (2024)