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Carly Smith

Huntington,WV

Summary

Dedicated LGSW with a strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skill set. Experienced in interprofessional collaboration, crisis intervention, suicide prevention, administering assessments, and providing individual and group therapy in clinical settings. Passionate about supporting disadvantaged populations and advocating for clients. Committed to advancing mental health and social justice initiatives.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Therapist

Psi Med Inc
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention and suicide prevention offering immediate support during critical times.
  • Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide care tailored to individual patients and advocating for patient needs.


MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK INTERN

Autism Training Center
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Engaged in individual and group counseling sessions tailored for college students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder
  • Completed thorough documentation of therapy notes in compliance with established guidelines and standards
  • Collaborated with counselors, social workers, and student support specialists to develop treatment plans and brainstorm interventions
  • Contributed to the creation of programs designed to support students' specific needs and challenges
  • Developed strong communication skills through assisting clients with their mental health needs

PSYCHOMETRIST

Saar Psychological Group
02.2023 - 08.2024
  • Administered and scored psychological and neuropsychological tests
  • Followed standardized protocols for testing procedures
  • Collaborated with licensed psychologists to develop and coordinate assessment plans
  • Provided detailed observations of client behaviors and completed thorough documentation
  • Conducted psychological assessments for inmates at jails in West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky through on-site visits requiring travel


CLINICAL SOCIAL WORK INTERN

Mildred-Mitchell Bateman Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Facilitated patient connections with community resources to ensure effective discharge planning, including transitioning into the community and scheduling outpatient appointments
  • Conducted psychosocial assessments to determine appropriate social work interventions
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize client treatment plans
  • Engaged families, guardians, and healthcare surrogates in discussions regarding treatment plans, visitation, and treatment consent
  • Developed comprehensive knowledge of statewide referral resources
  • Supported treatment plan teams by organizing and creating documentation, including master treatment plans, psychosocial assessments, and recommended social work interventions
  • Acted as a liaison between clients, patient support networks (e.g., community resources), and their families and friends

SOCIAL WORK INTERN

Family Resource Center: Huntington Housing Authority
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Collaborated with the Internal Revenue Service Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program to provide free tax preparation services for individuals below the poverty line
  • Managed initiatives to combat food insecurity by coordinating distribution of monthly food boxes and daily food bags
  • Advised individuals on accessing community resources for housing needs and government assistance
  • Acquired expertise in developing and writing grant proposals
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures

Education

MASTERS OF SOCIAL WORK -

Marshall University
Huntington, WV
08.2024

BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK -

Marshall University
Huntington, WV
05.2023

Skills

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Treatment Planning
  • Building rapport
  • Group therapy facilitation
  • Electronic charting and documentation
  • Deescalation techniques
  • Teamwork and interprofessional collaboration

Certification

LGSW

Timeline

Therapist

Psi Med Inc
08.2024 - Current

MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK INTERN

Autism Training Center
08.2023 - 08.2024

PSYCHOMETRIST

Saar Psychological Group
02.2023 - 08.2024

CLINICAL SOCIAL WORK INTERN

Mildred-Mitchell Bateman Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2022

SOCIAL WORK INTERN

Family Resource Center: Huntington Housing Authority
01.2022 - 04.2022

MASTERS OF SOCIAL WORK -

Marshall University

BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK -

Marshall University
Carly Smith