Audrey Brown
Houston,Texas
Summary
Dedicated and Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a strong foundation in clinical practice and a proven track record of delivering comprehensive support to individuals and families. Expertise in enhancing well-being through personalized interventions that address unique needs and challenges. Skilled in managing complex caseloads while effectively collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal outcomes. Committed to fostering resilience and empowering clients on their journey toward improved overall quality of life.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master Level Clinician, Therapist
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD
Houston, Texas
05.2022 - 08.2025
- Provided crisis intervention services, including emergency evaluation, safety planning and risk assessment.
- Performed comprehensive assessments and developed individualized treatment plans for clients with mental health diagnoses.
- Utilized evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing when appropriate.
- Developed a strong working relationship with clients and families to facilitate successful outcomes.
- Attended court hearings as necessary for legal proceedings related to client care.
- Assisted in providing referrals to community resources as needed.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment strategies based on feedback and outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and enhance service delivery.
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring safety and immediate support for clients in distress.
- Mentored junior clinicians, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Provided psychoeducation about mental health issues to clients and their families.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to determine client needs and treatment plans.
- Developed and implemented individualized therapeutic interventions to promote client well-being.
ACT/AOT Care Coordinator
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD
Houston, Texas
04.2019 - 08.2025
- Organized and managed caseloads to ensure timely completion of goals and objectives.
- Engaged in advocacy efforts on behalf of clients whenever necessary.
- Assisted clients in navigating the healthcare system by providing referrals for needed medical services.
- Provided education on available community resources to empower clients to make informed decisions about their own health care.
- Assessed psychosocial needs of patients, families, caregivers including mental health issues, financial concerns, legal matters.
- Provided comprehensive assessments of client needs and identified resources to meet those needs.
- Coordinated client care plans to enhance service delivery and improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for clients with mental health needs.
Family Based Safety Services Caseworker
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
US
12.2015 - 12.2018
- Exercised sound judgement when assessing risk factors associated with potential harm or danger to children or families involved in a case.
- Successfully collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams comprised of legal professionals and social workers to ensure quality outcomes for each case.
- Developed expertise in interviewing victims, witnesses, and perpetrators of abuse or neglect.
- Supported efforts aimed at creating safe environments for children within their homes or communities through proactive outreach initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively investigate child abuse and neglect cases.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with clients, families, and law enforcement personnel.
- Conducted thorough assessments to determine eligibility for services and benefits.
- Developed individualized service plans to address client needs and promote well-being.
Texas Works Advisor II- Case Worker
Texas Health and Human Services
US
07.2013 - 12.2015
- Accurately determines eligibility for TANF, Food Stamps, Medicaid and/or Medicaid for the Elderly and People with Disabilities Programs.
- Work involves interviewing clients, documenting information gathered, determining benefits, verifying case data, explaining program benefits and requirements.
- Processes changes to client status, overpayments, and adjusts or restores benefits.
- Documents case records using automated equipment to form a record for each client.
- Communicates on an intermediate level with others (internally or externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, address issues, or resolve problems or complaints.
Education
Master's Degree - Social Work
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington,TX08-2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston- Clear Lake
Houston,TX08-2015
Skills
- Case Management
- Client Advocacy
- Case Planning
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Conflict Resolution
- Effective Communication
- Decision Making
- Empathy and Compassion
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical assessment
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Therapeutic techniques
Certification
- Licensed Master Social Worker, 2022-2024
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 2024- current
Timeline
Master Level Clinician, Therapist
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD
05.2022 - 08.2025
ACT/AOT Care Coordinator
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD
04.2019 - 08.2025
Family Based Safety Services Caseworker
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
12.2015 - 12.2018
Texas Works Advisor II- Case Worker
Texas Health and Human Services
07.2013 - 12.2015
Master's Degree - Social Work
University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston- Clear Lake