Dedicated and caring professional with a good understanding of evidence-based practices. Bringing almost 20 years' experience and outstanding clinical knowledge. Team-driven, well-organized and supervisory experience with a demonstrated work ethic and good verbal and written communication skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioralist
Prevea Health
Eau Claire, WI
09.2020 - 06.2024
Collaborated with faculty members to develop behavioral health curriculum for first year resident education.
Developed and implemented wellness program for family medicine residents.
Educated family medicine residents in areas of motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy, suicide assessment, delivering bad news and interviewing techniques.
Interviewed over 100 medical students annually for possible admission into residency program.
Conducted assessments to diagnose mental health and/or substance use disorders, develop treatment plans and monitor progress.
Maintained accurate records of client sessions, treatments and progress using an electronic health record system.
Provided Clinical Supervision for L.E. Phillips Libertas Substance Use Disorder Counselors.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Prevea Health
Chippewa Falls, WI
01.2019 - 09.2020
Conducted assessments of clients to determine diagnosis and treatment plans.
Educated clients on mental health topics including coping skills, communication techniques, and stress management.
Maintained client records and progress notes according to agency policies and procedures.
Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to solve problems, set and achieve goals and improve communication skills.
Provided Clinical Supervision for Therapists at Prevea Behavioral Care and Substance Use Disorder Counselors at L.E. Phillips Libertas.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital/L.E. Phillips Libertas
Chippewa Falls, WI
01.2010 - 12.2018
Provided psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families in a clinical setting.
Developed individualized treatment plans for clients based on their needs.
Facilitated group therapy sessions to address issues such as depression, anxiety, and substance use.
Participated in weekly supervision meetings to review cases and collaborate on best practices.
Mentored interns from various counseling programs.
Provided Clinical Supervision for L.E. Phillips Libertas inpateint and outpatient counseling staff.
Inpatient Social Worker
BehavioristinpatientHSHS St. Joseph's Hospital/L.E. Phillips Libertas
Chippewa Falls, WI
10.2007 - 12.2009
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans that meet the unique needs of each patient.
Maintained accurate documentation of all clinical activities according to hospital standards of practice.
Engaged in individual and group counseling for patient's on the residential unit.
Coordinated psychosocial assessments, treatment plans and progress notes.
Guided clients in development of skills and strategies for dealing with individual problems.
Provided counseling services in the detoxification and residential unit.
Correctional Social Worker
HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital/St. Croix Correctional
New Richmond, WI
06.2004 - 09.2007
Facilitated group counseling sessions focused on topics such as anger management and relapse prevention.
Educated clients on available resources within the community that can assist them with reintegration into society following release from custody or incarceration.
Assisted clients in obtaining proper identification documents such as driver's licenses or birth certificates.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Augsburg College
Minneapolis, MN
06-2007
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
River Falls, WI
06-2004
Skills
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Evidence-Based Practices
Motivational Interviewing
Substance Use Disorder Counseling
Assessment Skills
Case Management
Supervision
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Behavioralist
Prevea Health
09.2020 - 06.2024
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Prevea Health
01.2019 - 09.2020
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital/L.E. Phillips Libertas
01.2010 - 12.2018
Inpatient Social Worker
BehavioristinpatientHSHS St. Joseph's Hospital/L.E. Phillips Libertas
Licensed Professional Counselor In-Training/Peer Support Specialist at Hakes Wellness Solutions, LLCLicensed Professional Counselor In-Training/Peer Support Specialist at Hakes Wellness Solutions, LLC