Chrisann Johnson
Windsor ,CT
Summary
I am an empathetic and intuitive listener who is self-motivated and detail-oriented, functions well independently and as a team member. I can easily establishes rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crisis Contact Specailist
United Way Of Connecticut
Rocky Hill, CT
02.2022 - Current
- Member of on-call emergency response team for crisis intervention within facility.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
- Performs diagnostic evaluations of clients by conducting intake interviews, strength-based assessments, investigating case histories through contact with appropriate collateral resources, and evaluating clients to determine treatment strategies
- Built safety plans to lower risk of crisis and intervened in specific manners outlined by procedures.
Clinical Care Manage
Key Program Inc
Springfield, MA
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Provided clinical treatment to children and families in a residential setting.
- Educated and evaluated clinical and support staff regarding care quality management regulations and standards of care.
- Provided intervention services by interviewing clients and/or families and evaluating and making appropriate referrals;
- Conducted clinical services to families; assisting families in coordinating and utilizing appropriate treatment services and behavior management practices.
- Worked collaboratively with referral source and Key staff to identify and implement treatment goals.
- Facilitated clinical groups such as DBT, stress management groups, substance abuse groups, etc.
- Conducted and/or oversees all necessary program clinical services including the development and facilitation of client groups, parent groups, family counseling, and individual counseling.
In Home Therapist
South Bay Community Services
Springfield MA
07.2017 - 10.2019
- Built and maintained therapeutic relationships, fostering positive, supportive and empowering client environments.
- Maintained client confidentiality to protect patient privacy.
- Utilized evidence-based techniques to deliver successful treatment.
- Performed assessments to evaluate clients' mental health status, needs and goals.
- Monitored youth and family progress base on goals of their treatment plan and provided crisis intervention.
In Home Therapist
Gandara Center
Holyoke, MA
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Built and maintained therapeutic relationships, fostering positive, supportive and empowering client environments.
- Maintained client confidentiality to protect patient privacy.
- Utilized evidence-based techniques to deliver successful treatment.
- Performed assessments to evaluate clients' mental health status, needs and goals.
- Assisted in the placement of clients in appropriate services, as needed
- Supported clients in developing coping skills to help patients manage life challenges and difficulties.
- Attended continued education sessions to maintain professional standards and stay up-to-date with new developments.
- Developed, implemented, and lead client groups in accordance with client needs
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Connecticut
West Hartford, CT05.2016
Master of Science - Social Work
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT05.2015
Skills
- Relaxation Techniques
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Service Quality
- Clinical Interventions
Certification
License Master Social Worker
Timeline
Crisis Contact Specailist
United Way Of Connecticut
02.2022 - Current
Clinical Care Manage
Key Program Inc
10.2019 - 01.2022
In Home Therapist
South Bay Community Services
07.2017 - 10.2019
In Home Therapist
Gandara Center
05.2016 - 06.2017
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Connecticut
Master of Science - Social Work
Eastern Connecticut State University