Damita Butler
Albuquerque
Summary
Results-driven professional with strong organizational and communication skills. Successful at accomplishing projects on time. Analytical thinker and adept problem solver with a quick learning ability for new processes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IV-E Scholar & Student Liaison
Children, Youth, and Families Department
Albuquerque
09.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with Director of Performance and Accountability and partner universities to secure internships for qualified students in child welfare.
- Managed application processes for CYFD internships, ensuring submission and review of all necessary documentation.
- Facilitated communication between universities and CYFD to enhance program effectiveness.
- Guided social work interns in navigating internship requirements and preparing for post-graduation employment.
- Tracked internship placements and employment outcomes, compiling data for reporting purposes.
- Processed Educational Leave requests for employees attending universities, maintaining compliance with organizational policies.
Behavioral Health Care Coordinator
Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
Albuquerque
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Conducted intake and enrollment assessments, ensuring comprehensive service provision for each member.
- Collaborated with clinical and social support teams to address members' physical and behavioral health needs.
- Assessed members' situations through face-to-face visits, evaluating various aspects of well-being.
- Partnered with members and families to identify needs and direct services for personal goals.
- Monitored overall service delivery and maintained ongoing assessments of each member's well-being.
- Utilized criteria for authorizing home and community-based services to meet specific needs.
- Ensured provided services aligned with members' personal goals for health and independent living.
- Supported transitions to independent or community living by coordinating necessary resources.
School Social Worker
Albuquerque Public Schools
Albuquerque
08.2013 - 01.2023
- Delivered individual and group counseling services to students for behavioral health support.
- Conducted social work assessments to evaluate eligibility for school-based behavioral health services.
- Managed case services for students and families, ensuring comprehensive support.
- Monitored progress towards behavioral goals outlined in IEPs.
- Assisted in developing Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.
- Documented social work services accurately per IEP requirements.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement appropriate interventions for students facing social or academic difficulties.
- Facilitated conflict resolution between peers when needed.
Behavioral Health Care Review Clinician
Molina Healthcare
Bothell
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Identified benefits, eligibility criteria, and expected lengths of stay for inpatient services.
- Conducted timely inpatient and prior authorization reviews for Molina Healthcare members.
- Processed requests within established timelines to maintain efficiency.
- Presented pertinent cases to Medical Directors in a structured manner.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure adherence to Molina Healthcare policies.
School Social Worker
La Academia de Esperanza Charter School
Albuquerque
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Delivered individual and group counseling to students, focusing on personal and academic development.
- Secured community resources for students and families to enhance support networks.
- Collaborated with residential treatment centers on transition planning to facilitate educational continuity.
- Participated in monthly Treatment Team Meetings with mental health professionals to review treatment goals.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement appropriate interventions for students facing social or academic difficulties.
- Assisted teachers with identifying, referring and supporting students.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized education plans for students.
School Social Worker
Academy of Trades and Technology Charter School
Albuquerque
07.2010 - 07.2012
- Delivered individual and group counseling to students, enhancing academic performance and personal growth.
- Secured community resources to support students and families in need.
- Developed social and career readiness goals for Individualized Educational Program, monitoring progress effectively.
- Documented social work services provided, adhering to Individualized Educational Program requirements.
Therapist
Desert Hills
Albuquerque
10.2007 - 06.2010
- Delivered individual, family, and group counseling to clients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to enhance therapeutic interventions and strategies.
- Conducted inpatient clinical assessments and facilitated referrals for community services.
- Collaborated with utilization review to assess medical necessity for lengths of stay.
- Participated in Treatment Team Meetings for comprehensive reviews of treatment goals and discharge plans.
- Designed and developed a therapeutic garden at Desert Hills.
Education
Diploma -
Cibola High School
Albuquerque, NMBA -
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NMMSW -
New Mexico Highlands University
Albuquerque, NMSkills
- Case management
- Behavioral health assessment
- Service coordination
- Team collaboration
- Community resource facilitation
- Cultural competency
Certification
Licensed LCSW
References
Available upon request.
Primary Phone
505-205-0312
Timeline
IV-E Scholar & Student Liaison
Children, Youth, and Families Department
09.2024 - Current
Behavioral Health Care Coordinator
Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
01.2023 - 07.2023
Behavioral Health Care Review Clinician
Molina Healthcare
01.2019 - 08.2019
School Social Worker
Albuquerque Public Schools
08.2013 - 01.2023
School Social Worker
La Academia de Esperanza Charter School
08.2012 - 08.2013
School Social Worker
Academy of Trades and Technology Charter School
07.2010 - 07.2012
Therapist
Desert Hills
10.2007 - 06.2010
Diploma -
Cibola High School
BA -
University of New Mexico
MSW -
New Mexico Highlands University