Chantalle Martin
New Britain
Summary
Dynamic clinician specializing in clinical assessment and crisis intervention. Focused on enhancing program effectiveness through targeted treatment planning and robust risk evaluation, contributing to improved client engagement and community well-being.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Per Diem Clinician (R.E.S.T. and COMPASS Programs)
Continuum of Care
06.2024 - Current
- Providing clinical services to individuals enrolled in R.E.S.T. and COMPASS programs, ensuring effective support.
- Assessing needs, delivering psychotherapeutic treatment to adults and families dealing with mental illness or addiction disorders.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance recovery-based services across various settings.
- Participating actively in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and safety planning efforts.
- Upholding a trauma-informed and person-centered service delivery model throughout interactions.
- Connecting clients to external behavioral health and social service resources through referrals.
- Ensuring adherence to agency requirements by completing clinical documentation accurately.
- Complementing efforts of New Haven first responders through outreach initiatives during 911 emergencies.
Clinical Coordinator
LEAP
07.2023 - Current
- Conducting assessments to deliver clinical diagnoses and treatment recommendations for part-time adult staff.
- Providing routine crisis consultation for youth, ensuring timely support and intervention.
- Assessing the quality assurance of contracted evaluators, reviewing evaluations for accuracy and completeness.
- Developing comprehensive interview questions and leading interviews, collaborating with HR for effective hiring.
- Overseeing social workers in providing mental health care in seasonal programs.
- Delivering targeted social-emotional learning, crisis intervention, and personalized client support.
- Efficiently approving staff timecards.
- Facilitating weekly team meetings for strategic planning.
- Preparing statistical reports and administrative correspondence to support operational transparency.
- Serving as a liaison to public and private agencies to enhance collaborative efforts.
- Coordinating with affiliates and partners to optimize clinical care delivery.
- Creating and facilitating mental health training and workshops to promote knowledge sharing.
- Providing referrals for Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) to meet patients' needs.
- Overseeing the implementation of mental health initiatives to enhance program effectiveness.
Crisis Clinician: Mobile Crisis Response Team
Community Health Resources
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Conducted mobile crisis assessments and interventions in home, court, and community settings.
- Evaluated risk levels to link clients with appropriate community services or determine hospitalization needs.
- Facilitated interventions to support individuals in safely remaining within the community and engaging in treatment.
- Connected at-risk clients with ongoing agency clinical services and support systems.
- Maintained documentation to ensure compliance with agency and program standards.
- Participated in staff meetings, supervision, training sessions, and other assigned meetings.
School Social Worker (K-8)
New Haven Public Schools
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided comprehensive counseling services addressing psychological and social challenges faced by students.
- Conducted crisis interventions to effectively manage student emergencies.
- Facilitated collaboration among parents, school staff, and external providers for holistic student support.
- Delivered counseling for both regular education students and those with IEPs, focusing on unique needs.
- Developed IEP goals related to social/emotional functioning based on thorough assessments.
- Led social skills groups, emphasizing self-esteem enhancement, anger management techniques, and prosocial peer relationships.
- Participated in various meetings to advocate for student needs and restorative practices.
- Executed Medicaid billing and ensured adherence to legal standards concerning informed consent.
- Organized seminars on topics such as bullying prevention, substance abuse awareness, frustration tolerance.
Trauma Clinician
Clifford Beers Clinic
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Executed intake assessments and established preliminary diagnoses for clients.
- Conducted intensive psychotherapy sessions and case management using appropriate treatment interventions.
- Utilized Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBT) to facilitate healing in children.
- Managed emergency calls to ensure timely response to critical situations.
- Acted as liaison between clients, educational institutions within the New Haven Public Schools system, and community service agencies.
- Engaged in regular meetings and professional development as an essential clinic team member.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student and family contacts in health records database.
- Led peer groups and participated in specialized committees based on requirements.
Mental Health Worker
Boys and Girls Village
04.2019 - 07.2020
- Promoted holistic client development across behavioral, emotional, educational, and social domains in a therapeutic milieu.
- Worked cohesively with interdisciplinary team to execute treatment plans.
- Applied Cornell Therapeutic Crisis Intervention techniques for effective crisis management.
- Maintained accurate documentation in compliance with regulations and organizational policies.
- Provided transportation for youth to court appearances, appointments, and recreational outings.
MSW Intern
Yale Child Study- York Street Family Clinic
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Delivered outpatient psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and families under supervision of Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
- Developed and implemented client-specific treatment plans to achieve targeted goals.
- Presented comprehensive case updates during weekly multidisciplinary team rounds.
- Facilitated communication among treatment providers to ensure cohesive care for clients.
MSW Intern
Wexler-Grant Community School
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Conducted essential student observations under supervision of school Social Worker for program qualification.
- Led group sessions aimed at fostering social, emotional, and educational growth among students.
- Revised individualized education plans with updated goals and progress reports.
- Supported creation of behavioral intervention plans tailored to student requirements.
- Organized and supported various school events to enrich the student experience and community involvement.
New Haven Trauma Coalition Care Coordinator
Clifford Beers Clinic
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Coordinated in-home care coordination services for children attending trauma-informed schools.
- Facilitated community and outpatient referrals to support family goals, and prevent residential placements.
- Assessed and screened children and parents for stress and trauma histories.
- Documented patient interactions in electronic health records accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, social workers, and other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive care for patients.
- Educated clients on available resources and services within their communities.
Wraparound New Haven Care Coordinator
Clifford Beers Clinic
08.2015 - 02.2018
- Employed a family-driven, strengths-based approach during weekly home visits to sustain families in home environments.
- Facilitated development of solutions by identifying community resources based on family needs.
- Promoted permanent community connections to enhance family support systems.
- Collected and submitted baseline data routinely to an electronic system for tracking purposes.
- Organized monthly team meetings to discuss progress and strategies for care plans.
- Developed care plans tailored to specific family needs and circumstances.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Connecticut School of Social Work
Hartford, CT05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05.2015
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Clinical assessment
- Risk evaluation
- Trauma-informed care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Strategic planning
- Workshop facilitation
- Family support coordination
Certification
- Licensed Master of Social Work, Active
- Social Anxiety Disorder: Fundamentals and Behavioral Treatment
- Behavioral Activation for the Treatment of Depression
- The Columbus Suicide Severity Rating Scale Training
- CPR/First Aid, 2025
- Mental Health First Aid, 2024
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, 2020
Extracurricular Activities And Community Service
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated
- Lambda Zeta Sigma Alumnae Chapter, General member
- Sigma Gamma Undergraduate Chapter:
- Advisor, 2017-2020, Vice President, 2016-2017
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Per Diem Clinician (R.E.S.T. and COMPASS Programs)
Continuum of Care
06.2024 - Current
Clinical Coordinator
LEAP
07.2023 - Current
Crisis Clinician: Mobile Crisis Response Team
Community Health Resources
01.2023 - 11.2023
School Social Worker (K-8)
New Haven Public Schools
10.2021 - 06.2023
Trauma Clinician
Clifford Beers Clinic
08.2020 - 10.2021
MSW Intern
Yale Child Study- York Street Family Clinic
09.2019 - 04.2020
Mental Health Worker
Boys and Girls Village
04.2019 - 07.2020
MSW Intern
Wexler-Grant Community School
09.2018 - 06.2019
New Haven Trauma Coalition Care Coordinator
Clifford Beers Clinic
02.2018 - 08.2018
Wraparound New Haven Care Coordinator
Clifford Beers Clinic
08.2015 - 02.2018
Master of Social Work -
University of Connecticut School of Social Work
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University