Crystal S. Brown
Summary
Experienced Social Worker specializing in psychosocial assessments and complex discharge planning. Advocated for patients through interdisciplinary collaboration and effectively navigated VA benefits and resource referrals. Focused on improving treatment adherence and psychological stability for diverse populations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker (Inpatient Medicine)
Department of Veterans Affairs
02.2024 - Current
- Psychosocial Assessment
- Gathered biopsychosocial assessment information to inform behavioral health coordination and treatment needs of Veterans, utilizing extensive professional knowledge.
- Treatment Planning
- Actively participates in the treatment planning process alongside other disciplines, making clinical assessments to inform treatment decision-making.
- Develops and implements comprehensive discharge planning with team members to ensure timely and appropriate execution of discharge plans, promoting seamless care transitions.
- Provides recovery planning and psychological treatment to Veterans with a wide range of co-occurring disorders, including but not limited to anxiety, PTSD, depression, substance use, and personality disorders.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive psychological services.
- Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary team providing a full range of psychological services and consultative services within an inpatient acute care treatment setting.
- Serves as an advisor, consultant, or point of contact for staff within the acute medicine unit(s).
- Managed documentation processes for screening instruments to track treatment outcomes.
- Documented behavioral interventions, diagnoses, and recommendations clearly and concisely to enhance engagement and promote psychological health stability.
- Hours per week: 40
Transplant Social Worker (LMSW)
Baylor Scott & White Health
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Psychosocial Assessment
- Conducted and documented thorough psychosocial assessments to identify the functional, social, environmental, and medical needs of patients and their support systems.
- Analyzed complex medical, psychiatric, emotional, behavioral, financial, legal, and psychosocial issues faced by patients and their families.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to complete targeted psychosocial evaluations for patients referred for transplant or live organ donation, contributing to comprehensive care planning.
- Treatment Planning and Implementation
- Initiated and facilitated transplant psychotherapy support group at community center, Amy's House, providing emotional support and connection for patients and families..
- Community Outreach and Resource Liaison
- Hours per week: 40
Social Worker (LMSW)
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Conducted psychosocial assessments, managed patient cases through telephonic monitoring of symptoms and treatment adherence, and developed targeted behavioral health interventions to enhance patient well-being.
- Ensured compliance with national and local performance measures by conducting timely psychosocial screenings and completing clinical reminders for all patients, promoting quality care standards.
- Hours per week: 40
Social Worker (LMSW)
DaVita (PRN)
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided psychosocial assessments, emotional support, and counseling to patients and families, improving treatment adherence for dialysis-dependent clients.
- Assessed primary and secondary issues, including behavioral health diagnoses, for patients facing addiction or mental health challenges.
- Conducted patient assessments to create tailored care plans addressing individual needs.
- Hours per week: 15
Therapist (LMSW)
Cedar Crest Hospital
07.2019 - 11.2020
- Intake Counselor/Clinical therapist/discharge planner
- Provided evidence-based individual therapy, group psychotherapy, and facilitated family therapy sessions to Clients (adolescence &adults) with complex behavioral and mental health problems.
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments on behavioral health patients, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Developed targeted behavioral health interventions to address clients' specific needs and promote recovery.
- Treatment approaches included: acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and interpersonal psychotherapy.
- Hours per week: 40
Client Assessment/Care Planning | Student
Christian Farms Tree House
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Gained extensive expertise in conducting comprehensive substance abuse & mental health assessments and developing tailored treatment plans for diverse populations.
- Collaborated with supervisor to assess and identify acute and chronic substance abuse and mental health issues, informing effective treatment strategies.
- Demonstrated a strong ability to document findings, collaborate with stakeholders, and adapt treatment strategies to ensure effective recovery and regulatory compliance.
- Supported departmental functions during internship, contributing to team operations and workflow.
Education
Master's of Social Work -
Baylor University
Waco, Texas05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
Texas A&M Central Texas
Killeen08-2018
Skills
- Psychosocial assessment
- Psychosocial assessment and clinical consultation
- Discharge planning
- Complex discharge planning and care coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration and patient advocacy
- Care coordination
- Veteran support services
- Resource referral
Personal Information
Title: U.S Army Veteran
Timeline
Social Worker (Inpatient Medicine)
Department of Veterans Affairs
02.2024 - Current
Transplant Social Worker (LMSW)
Baylor Scott & White Health
03.2022 - 12.2023
Social Worker (LMSW)
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2021 - 03.2022
Social Worker (LMSW)
DaVita (PRN)
01.2021 - 09.2021
Therapist (LMSW)
Cedar Crest Hospital
07.2019 - 11.2020
Client Assessment/Care Planning | Student
Christian Farms Tree House
01.2017 - 01.2018
Master's of Social Work -
Baylor University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
Texas A&M Central Texas