Invested Mental Health Social Worker with proven ability to quickly build trust and rapport with interdisciplinary team of coworkers as well as with clients from diverse populations. Highly adept at intake, assessment and diagnosis. Strongly familiar with vulnerable and at risk populations. Well acquainted with the incarcerated and addicted populations. Through personal experience I have developed a comprehensive understanding and appreciation for the deceptive and manipulative behaviors that the addicted and incarcerated populations engage in. Highly adept working with dually diagnosed individuals who carry with them co-occurring metal health disorders. Confident working with individuals living with persistent and profoundly disabling mental health challenges Committed to delivering the highest quality service and care possible.
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Hi, I’m
Timothy C Payne
LMSW Licensed Mental Health professional
Kingstree,SC
Summary
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Berkeley County Detention CenterMoncks Corner, SC
Mental Health Coordinator
09.2021 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Familiar with the manipulative behaviors demonstrated by the incarcerated population ; deception, malingering ( in effort to fain medical needs ) manipulation of medical, mental health and corrections team
- Counseled patients individually.
- Consulted with psychiatrists ina multidisciplinary setting to best assess the clients needs pertaining to medication changes, issues with medicine delivery, compliance and efficacy of medications.
- Effectively managed time based on 50 sessions per week.
- Adhered strictly to federal, state and local guidelines in relation to company standards.
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
- Documented meetings, interventions and contacts with clients to optimize care.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health issues arose.
- Implemented suicide protocol when necessary
- Collected client information through interviews and observations.
Health OptionsSummerville, SC
LMSW Social Worker
04.2015 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Supported cancer patients with terminal diagnoses by providing support for clients and their families.
- Interviewed clients individually and in family groups to determine services to best address specific needs.
- Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
- Provided counseling and emotional support for end of life patients.
- Worked successfully with an interdisciplinary team to address issues related to palliative care.
- Performed psychosocial assessments to determine the best possible course of care.
- Coordinated the pick up and delivery of medicine and medical supplies with the Veterans Administration and Hospice care.
Berkeley County School DistrictMoncks Corner, SC
Behavior Specialist
03.2013 - 06.2014
Job overview
- Focused on teaching socially acceptable behaviors to emotionally challenged children.
- Strong familiarity with behavioral issues related to trauma and PTSD.
- Conducted intake screenings to asses the needs of clients/students.
- Developed individual education plans.
- Set realistic goals for emotionally healthy growth.
Education
University of South Carolina - ColumbiaColumbia, SC
Master of Arts from Drug And Addiction Studies
May.2015
University Overview
University of South Carolina - ColumbiaColumbia, SC
Master of Arts from Social Work
Aug.2014
University Overview
Limestone CollegeGaffney, SC
Bachelor of Arts from Social Work
Apr.2013
University Overview
Skills
- Superior Oral and Written Communication Skills
- Empathetic
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Extensive DSM-V knowledge
- Skilled working with individuals living with severe, profound and persistent mental health challenges
- Familiar with the manipulative behaviors demonstrated by the incarcerated population ; deception, malingering ( in effort to fain medical needs ) manipulation of medical team, mental health and correction team
- Dual diagnosis expertise
- Addictions specialist
- Suicide precautions expertise
- Cultural Competence
- Critical Thinker
- Exercise appropriate self care
- Invested and Professionally Committed to Social Work values
Degrees and Certifications
Degrees and Certifications
- Graduate Degree University of South Carolina / Drug and Addiction Studies
Licensure
Licensure
SOUTH CAROLINA LLR
Social Work License #
13778
Expires December 31, 2024
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$75000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Mental Health Coordinator
Berkeley County Detention Center
09.2021 - 08.2022
LMSW Social Worker
Health Options
04.2015 - 03.2019
Behavior Specialist
Berkeley County School District
03.2013 - 06.2014
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Master of Arts from Drug And Addiction Studies
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Master of Arts from Social Work
Limestone College
Bachelor of Arts from Social Work