Bethany A McGowan
Clinical Social Work
Warsaw,OH
Summary
Mental health professional prepared to bring strong therapeutic skills to new role. Skilled in Individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and treatment planning while maintaining high ethical standards and integrity. Consistently collaborates with team members and adapts to changing clinical needs. Expertise in patient assessment and therapeutic interventions, coupled with compassionate and reliable nature.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
FACT Outpatient Therapist
Behavioral Healthcare Partners of Central Ohio
Newark, OH
04.2022 - Current
- Maintained client caseload of 20+ individuals.
- Advocated for client needs within the healthcare system to ensure equitable access to appropriate treatments and resources.
- Maintained strong partnerships with referral sources through regular communication updates on patient progress and successful reintegration into the community post-treatment.
- Prevented crisis situations by proactively monitoring client behaviors and implementing early intervention strategies when necessary.
- Streamlined documentation processes while maintaining HIPAA compliance, ensuring accurate and timely record management.
- Developed treatment plans to address individual client needs.
- Evaluated treatment progress by regularly reviewing client goals, adjusting therapeutic strategies as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Conducted discharge planning in collaboration with clients and their support network to ensure smooth transitions back into the community post-treatment.
- Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
- Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
- Provided individual and group therapy sessions, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and develop tailored treatment plans.
- Monitored client progress through regular evaluations, adjusting treatment strategies as necessary.
- Educated clients and families on coping strategies and resources to promote mental health resilience.
- Conducted discharge planning in collaboration with clients and their support network to ensure smooth transitions back into the community posttreatment.
Caregiver
Veteran Affairs
01.2012 - Current
- Assisted patient with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Engaged patient in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted patient with self-administered medications.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Documented detailed daily reports on patient progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Supported patient with mental health support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Bluffton University
Bluffton, OH12-2025
BSW - Social Work
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Mount Vernon, OH04-2024
Skills
- Assessment of Suicide Risk
- Patient Care Documentation
- Enhancing Client Engagement
- Individualized Therapeutic Support
- Client-Centered Counseling Approach
- Patient-Centered Treatment Design
- Comprehensive Case Oversight
- Therapeutic Group Facilitation
- Substance Dependency Counseling
- Designing Individualized Treatment Protocols
- Therapeutic Methods for Schizophrenia
- Interventions for Personality Disorders
Certification
- Licensed Social Worker -CSMFT Board
- CDCA License- OCDP BOARD
- MRT Certification
- HCR-20 Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
FACT Outpatient Therapist
Behavioral Healthcare Partners of Central Ohio
04.2022 - Current
Caregiver
Veteran Affairs
01.2012 - Current
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Bluffton University
BSW - Social Work
Mount Vernon Nazarene University