Courtney Hennessy
LCSW
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering 9+ years of counseling expertise. Offering comprehensive background in social services and a wide array of evidence-based treatment modalities, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational and computer skills. Builds client rapport and assesses needs to address clinical needs, and to provide appropriate resources. Passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families to promote healing and mental wellness.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
School-Based Therapist
UPMC/Mon Yough Community Services, Propel Schools
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Homestead k-8, Hazelwood k-8, Andrew Street High School School-Based Outpatient Therapist.
- Job description same as below (TCV)
School-Based Outpatient Therapist
TCV Community Services, Propel Schools
07.2016 - 08.2018
- Provides appropriate and necessary therapeutic assessments, individual, family and group services that reflect best practices for outpatient services in a school setting.
- Provides case specific interventions and professional consultations for students in therapy on an individual basis.
- Effectively engages students and their families in therapy.
- Provides support during crisis situations and assists school in developing safety plans.
- Leads in the design and development of learning and staff development programs with topics including trauma-informed care, behavioral interventions, emotional well-being, mental health and other topics identified by the principal and school staff.
- Training modalities may include but are not limited to: classroom lessons, small groups, interactive activities, live coaching/role modeling, and school-wide presentations.
- Provides consultation for teachers and staff regarding behavior management and emotional regulation for all students.
- Facilitates student small groups or classroom lessons.
- Supervises Prevention Specialist/Student Assistance Program Liaison.
- Provides linkage and referrals to appropriate mental health, drug and alcohol, educational, or other community services.
Behavior Specialist Consultant/Mobile Therapist
Family Behavioral Resources
01.2012 - 11.2015
- Developed, implemented, and monitored behavioral treatment plans for children, adolescents, and families diagnosed with behavioral and mental health disorders.
- Knowledgeable and experienced in Cognitive Behavioral approaches.
- Provided prescribed behavioral on-site consultation to families and schools.
- Conducted in-home parent, parent-child, and family therapy sessions.
- Trained and supervised Therapeutic Support Staff (TSS) in effective and appropriate therapeutic interventions and strategies.
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments and created Positive Behavior Support Plans.
- Developed client-specific programs and behavioral interventions based on FBA findings.
- Knowledge of other assessments including, but not limited to, VBMAPP and ABLLS.
- Worked closely with IEP teams and education advocates on developing IEP goals and Specially Designed Instructions.
- Knowledge of and experience in providing evidence-based techniques and strategies related to the following psychotherapy modalities: Applied Behavior Analysis, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play therapy, art therapy, client-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, family therapy, trauma therapy, and psychodynamic therapy.
- Planned, organized, and lead monthly social skills group for consumers and their families.
- Supported and educated parents and families at monthly parent support group.
- Produced IEP Resource Guide and Therapy Resource Guide.
- Delivered mental health support for female patients suffering from post-partum depression and generalized anxiety disorder
04.2008 - 10.2011
- Regularly visited and interviewed parents and foster parents, social workers, teachers, doctors, therapists, etc.
- Wrote extensive reports on all aspects of the case.
- Testified in court for the best interest of the child.
- Established and developed an on-going relationship with the children and parents of the case.
- Made recommendations to the court on behalf of the child.
Intern
Compassion Connection Counseling Center
04.2011 - 08.2011
- Assisted in developing a business plan to bring Compassion Connection coaching classes into companies and offices around the region with at-work programs.
- Developed a grant proposal that specifically targeted the creation of a youth center for Compassion Connection using Grant Station and the Foundation Center.
- Developed formal volunteer recruitment and administration program.
- Shadowed counselors during therapy sessions.
- Attended “Volunteer Management Basics” training workshop.
Intern
01.2011 - 04.2011
- Assisted attorneys in complex family court hearings.
- Assisted agency social worker during in-home visits with clients.
- Participated in weekly case reviews with agency social workers and attorneys.
- Attended Permanency Planning Meetings with agency staff, clients, and families.
- Produced entire service resource guide to help attorneys, social workers, and clients find the best services in Allegheny County.
- Planned and coordinated annual “Appreciation Day” for children and family clients.
- Requested and reviewed any needed documents from schools or service providers.
- Analyzed data, research, and client information to help social worker and attorney solve problems related to their current case load.
- Court Appointed Special Advocate of Allegheny County.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Pittsburgh, School of Social Work
08.2009 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Mass Media Arts and Journalism
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
08.2004 - 05.2008
Skills
Individual and family counseling
Timeline
School-Based Therapist
UPMC/Mon Yough Community Services, Propel Schools
08.2018 - 08.2020
School-Based Outpatient Therapist
TCV Community Services, Propel Schools
07.2016 - 08.2018
Behavior Specialist Consultant/Mobile Therapist
Family Behavioral Resources
01.2012 - 11.2015
Intern
Compassion Connection Counseling Center
04.2011 - 08.2011
Intern
01.2011 - 04.2011
Master of Social Work -
University of Pittsburgh, School of Social Work
08.2009 - 08.2011
04.2008 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Mass Media Arts and Journalism
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
08.2004 - 05.2008
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