Carla Poskas
Mount Sterling,KY
Summary
Compassionate social worker with several years of comprehensive experience providing social services to various groups of people to aid with day-to-day issues. Well-versed in assessing client strengths, advocating for client resources and conducting thorough home and community visits. Kind and respectful professional with demonstrated conflict resolution skills and strong decision-making abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IOP Supervisor
MCCC
Winchester, KY
03.2024 - Current
- Provided individual, group, and family therapy to clients with a variety of mental health diagnoses.
- Developed treatment plans and goals in collaboration with clients and other providers.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to identify needs and strengths of clients.
- Facilitated psychoeducation groups on topics such as stress management, anger management, coping skills.
- Maintained accurate client records according to agency policies and procedures.
- Attended clinical supervision meetings with supervisor to discuss cases and receive feedback.
- Made referrals for additional services such as psychiatric evaluation or medication management when necessary.
- Utilized evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in the delivery of therapeutic services.
Social Worker
ARC
Mount Sterling, KY
05.2022 - 02.2024
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or experiences.
- Educated clients about the impact of trauma on mental health and well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and interactions according to agency standards.
- Participated in professional development activities such as seminars, workshops, trainings.
- Provided supportive counseling services for victims of abuse or neglect.
Education
Doctorate of Social Work - Social Work
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2027
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY05-1991
Skills
- Motivational enhancement therapy
- Case Documentation
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Client documentation
Certification
- CSW in 2018
- Currently working on my LCSW
- Attending UK for my Doctorate in Social Work
Timeline
IOP Supervisor
MCCC
03.2024 - Current
Social Worker
ARC
05.2022 - 02.2024
Doctorate of Social Work - Social Work
University of Kentucky
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Morehead State University
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