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D'ERICA BLACKMON, LMSW

Mcgehee,Arkansas

Summary

Compassionate Licensed Master Social Worker known for high productivity and efficiency. Specializes in case management, crisis intervention, and mental health assessment. Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills to effectively support and advocate for clients.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Wellpath
04.2025 - Current
  • Delivered crisis intervention services during critical situations.
  • Developed customized treatment plans to alleviate anxiety and depression symptoms.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress in a timely manner.
  • Conducted thorough assessments and diagnoses of clients, identifying appropriate treatment goals and strategies.
  • Tracked changes in mental health status through detailed documentation.
  • Collaborated with mental health professionals to ensure consistent care.
  • Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.

Medical Social Worker Level II

Baptist Health Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
  • Providing psychosocial assessments to patients and their families.
  • Conducting individual and family counseling sessions for clients with mental health issues.
  • Assisting physicians in determining the best course of action for medically complex cases.
  • Counseling individuals suffering from chronic illnesses on how best to manage symptoms while maintaining a positive outlook on life.
  • Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient needs and plan appropriate interventions.
  • Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to create treatment plans for patients.
  • Providing crisis intervention services when needed, such as suicide prevention or substance abuse counseling.

Certified Elementary Teacher

Lakeside School District
09.2019 - 12.2023
  • Designed and implemented daily lesson plans for 5th graders
  • Provided instructional, management, and assessment strategies to meet the different needs of approximately 20 5th grade students
  • Analyzed assessment data per individual student to create IEPs and provide each student with an individual learning path
  • Collaborated with colleagues across all content areas and grade levels to adopt additional teaching methodologies and strategies
  • Maintained effective communication with colleagues & parents

Social Work Intern

Vera Lloyd Presbyterian Family Services
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Filled in for therapist when absent
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills by interacting with diverse individuals to create an inclusive environment
  • Provide psychotherapy services to a diverse teenage population diagnosed with learning disabilities and behavioral disorders

Certified Elementary Teacher

Monticello School District
08.2016 - 01.2019
  • Collaborated with colleagues to adopt additional teaching methodologies and strategies
  • Provided instructional, management, and assessment strategies to meet the different needs of students
  • Maintained effective communication with colleagues & parents

Certified Elementary Teacher

McGehee School District
08.2012 - 05.2016
  • Provided instructional, management, and assessment strategies to meet the different needs of students
  • Collaborated with colleagues to adopt additional teaching methodologies and strategies
  • Maintained effective communication with colleagues & parents

Education

Master of Social Work - Social Work

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
05-2024

Graduate Certificate - Clinical Social Work

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
05-2024

Bachelor of Arts - P-4 Early Childhood Education

University of Arkansas at Monticello
Monticello, Arkansas
01.2012

Skills

  • Computer Skills
  • Crisis intervention
  • Counseling
  • Self-harm/suicide prevention
  • Clinical documentation
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Clinical interventions
  • Mental health evaluations
  • Treatment Planning

  • Referral coordination

References

1. Tara Rowe, Certified Elementary Teacher

Email: Tara.rowe@lsschool.org

2. Trinia Isaac, M.S.W., LCSW

Email: IsaacT@uamont.edu

3. Denise Phifer, Certified Elem. Teacher

Email: Denise.phifer@lsschool.org

Certification

Licensed Master Social Worker

Certified Elementary Teacher

Timeline

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Wellpath
04.2025 - Current

Medical Social Worker Level II

Baptist Health Medical Center
07.2024 - Current

Social Work Intern

Vera Lloyd Presbyterian Family Services
05.2023 - 08.2023

Certified Elementary Teacher

Lakeside School District
09.2019 - 12.2023

Certified Elementary Teacher

Monticello School District
08.2016 - 01.2019

Certified Elementary Teacher

McGehee School District
08.2012 - 05.2016

Master of Social Work - Social Work

University of Kentucky

Graduate Certificate - Clinical Social Work

University of Kentucky

Bachelor of Arts - P-4 Early Childhood Education

University of Arkansas at Monticello

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