Danielle Payne
South Jordan,UT
Summary
Compassionate Clinical Social Worker with diverse experience in medical, outpatient, and residential settings. Proficient in comprehensive assessments, evidence-based therapies (CBT, ACT), and crisis intervention. Adept at interdisciplinary collaboration, culturally sensitive care, and trauma-informed practices. Skilled in group therapy, case management, and advocacy for clients' rights. Strong communication, ethical adherence, and self-care practices. Committed to professional growth and community resource knowledge. Seeking to contribute expertise to a dynamic healthcare team while ensuring positive outcomes and equitable care for clients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Social Worker
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
01.2020 - Current
- Complete psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments based on a previous medical and mental health history.
- Work with medical teams, patients, and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Provide chair-side counseling to address patient's mental health concerns
- Formulate treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide a comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Coordinate care, educate, and refer patients for kidney transplants.
Primary Therapist
Mountain West Psychology Services
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Provided individual therapy to residents in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities
- Administered and asses the Geriatric Scale, Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCa) and evaluate for suicide ideation
- Developed and provided corporate education to CNAs, nurses, social service, case managers, and physical therapists
- Attended interdisciplinary psychotropic meetings
- Evaluate documentation such as care plans, psychosocial reports, progress notes, and abuse/neglect reports
Regional Clinical Social Worker
Rocky Mountain Care
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
- Provided patient and family education on available resources and self-care strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals facing medical, emotional and mental health challenges in a care setting.
- Facilitated support groups for patients and families dealing with chronic illnesses.
Primary Social Worker
Benchmark Behavioral Health Systems
05.2014 - 01.2018
- Provided weekly individual and family therapy counseling to clients in an inpatient setting utilizing Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Psychoeducation
- Helped kids set SMART goals and collaboratively work towards attainment through success planning
- Worked with an interdisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, nurses, teachers, therapists, and unit managers to receive updates and to report to the team on the progress of clients
- Attended court hearings to provide judges and Parole Officers with progress reports on clients
- Prepared documentation, including psycho-social reports, monthly treatment plans, clinical notes, and discharge reports
Education
Masters Degree - Social Work
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah05.2015
Bachelor's of Science - Social Work
Weber State
Ogden, Utah12.2013
Skills
Advocacy
Trauma-Informed Care
Case Management
Cultural Competence
Crisis Prevention
Assessment and Diagnosis
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Conflict Resolution
Certification
- Trauma Focuses-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Trained
- Certified Social Worker
- LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Timeline
Medical Social Worker
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
01.2020 - Current
Primary Therapist
Mountain West Psychology Services
03.2019 - 12.2019
Regional Clinical Social Worker
Rocky Mountain Care
01.2018 - 03.2019
Primary Social Worker
Benchmark Behavioral Health Systems
05.2014 - 01.2018
Masters Degree - Social Work
University of Utah
Bachelor's of Science - Social Work
Weber State