Ceara Carder
Portland,OR
Summary
Bilingual LCSW with an extensive history working for the Multnomah County Health Department, excelling in psychosocial assessments and trauma-informed care. Adept at fostering collaboration and rapport, I enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and compassionate counseling, particularly for marginalized communities. Committed to promoting resilience and holistic well-being in diverse populations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LCSW
Multnomah County Health Department - Fernhill Health Center
06.2006 - Current
- Provide comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and interventions to individuals impacted by physical, developmental, and mental illnesses including suicidal clients; assess levels of suicide risk, cognitive functioning, and other factors.
- Determine the need for comprehensive psychiatric, neuropsychological, or clinical case consultations with other professionals; apply and interpret assessment tools including the PHQ-A, GAD-7, C-SSRS, NICHQ Vanderbilt Assessment, MoCA, and others.
- Deliver therapeutic interventions in Spanish to Latino/a clients facing discrimination, depression, and trauma in a culturally specific health clinic.
- Provide LGBTQIA+ affirming behavioral health care, from exploration of sexual orientation to writing WPATH-adherent letters for gender affirming medical care.
- Bolster patient engagement and satisfaction by providing empathetic and compassionate counseling services; improve patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
- Promote the integration of self-care practices and stress management techniques with patients, fostering resilience and overall wellbeing.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and improve patient outcomes effectively.
Assessment Specialist
CODA
05.2004 - 06.2006
- Conducted comprehensive substance use assessments (e.g., ASAM criteria) for 20+ new clients weekly, determining appropriate levels of care.
- Provided individual and group counseling utilizing evidence-based modalities (CBT, MI) to address addiction and co-occurring disorders.
- Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure holistic care and support for clients.
- Worked with local public defenders to advocate for treatment for incarcerated individuals whose crimes were driven by substance use disorders.
Mental Health Therapist
Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon - HIV Day Center
09.2001 - 04.2004
- Provided individual and group therapy sessions to clients living with HIV.
- Developed personalized treatment plans addressing mental health needs and goals.
- Led workshops on coping strategies and resilience for clients facing stigma and isolation.
- Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of a diverse, low income, client population, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.
Education
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work
Smith College School For Social Work
Northampton, MA08.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mt. Holyoke College
South Hadley, MA05.1999
Skills
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Problem-solving
- Collaboration
- Rapport Building and Compassion
- Flexibility
Certification
- LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- BLS-CPR
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
LCSW
Multnomah County Health Department - Fernhill Health Center
06.2006 - Current
Assessment Specialist
CODA
05.2004 - 06.2006
Mental Health Therapist
Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon - HIV Day Center
09.2001 - 04.2004
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work
Smith College School For Social Work
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mt. Holyoke College