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Beth Goodman

New York, NY,NY

Summary

Social work professional with robust background in providing comprehensive bio-psychosocial evaluations and assessments to support individuals and families. Skilled in developing and implementing tailored intervention plans to address specific needs. Respectful and compassionate professional establishing strong rapport with individuals from all backgrounds. Brings strong writing skills and a proactive approach to tasks. Known for integrity, compassion and meaningful contributions.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Worker, Ambulatory Care Center

Hospital for Special Surgery
05.2017 - Current
  • Interview patients to assess limitations and issues and implement services to address needs related to surgery.
  • De-escalate stressful situations through individual crisis interventions.
  • Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions for clients struggling with mental health challenges or behavioral concerns.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments for individuals to identify needs, leading to personalized intervention plans.
  • Evaluate clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
  • Administer assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
  • Enhance protective measures for children and vulnerable adults with thorough investigations and interventions.
  • Support clients' emotional and psychological well-being through provision of counseling.

Producer

CBS News
01.2008 - 02.2009
  • Prepare research reports for daily news segments, debates and election coverage
  • Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Coordinated logistics, schedules, and talent management for smooth production flow and optimal results.

Producer

CNN
09.1998 - 02.2008


  • Booked guests for on-air interviews and pre-interviewed guests in order to prepare on-air talent for daily news segments
  • Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
  • Reviewed scripts to determine accuracy and integrity.
  • Coordinated logistics, schedules, and talent management for smooth production flow and optimal results.
  • Reviewed research to compose scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.

Associate Producer

ABC News
08.1994 - 09.1998
  • Supported producers in all aspects of production for this Emmy award winning 12-hour documentary series that. chronicled the events and people that shaped the 20th Century.
  • Oversaw video editing, sound mixing, color correction, and motion graphics creation to achieve high-quality final products.
  • Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge summarizing in reports for the executive producer to use in documentary interviews and narratives.
  • Coordinated with legal team to ensure compliance with broadcasting regulations or copyrights related matters.
  • Organized logistics for shooting locations, securing permits and managing transportation arrangements for cast and crew members.
  • Collaborated with legal department to draw up contracts for artists and crew members.
  • Completed deep research of key topics and filtered according to story development plan.
  • Reviewed and cleared archival footage and music.
  • Stepped in to handle additional tasks and duties during producer's absence.
  • Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.

Clinical Social Worker

Oakland County Court Psychological Clinic
05.1990 - 05.1994
  • Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments to be reviewed by Court Referees for ongoing domestic disputes
  • Developed individual treatment plans and provided counseling to clients.
  • Diagnosed clients by using DSM-IV criteria.
  • Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.
  • Performed short-term therapy, provided education and responded to crisis situations.
  • Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals.
  • Strengthened relationships between clients and their families by providing mediation services and facilitating family therapy sessions.

Education

Masters Thesis - American Studies

Columbia University
New York, NY

Masters of Social Work - Social Work

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
05-1986

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
05-1982

Skills

  • Court hearings
  • Psychosocial assessments expert
  • Independent judgment
  • Biopsychosocial assessments
  • Compassionate
  • Conflict resolution
  • Attention to detail
  • Cooperative
  • Crisis assessment

Timeline

Social Worker, Ambulatory Care Center

Hospital for Special Surgery
05.2017 - Current

Producer

CBS News
01.2008 - 02.2009

Producer

CNN
09.1998 - 02.2008

Associate Producer

ABC News
08.1994 - 09.1998

Clinical Social Worker

Oakland County Court Psychological Clinic
05.1990 - 05.1994

Masters Thesis - American Studies

Columbia University

Masters of Social Work - Social Work

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Michigan