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Diane Barber

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Enthusiastic social worker/therapist eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the human service industry. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Well-qualified therapist with focused and dedicated approach. Skilled in facilitating group sessions and conducting one-on-one therapy to deal with diverse struggles.

Overview

6
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

Work History

John Pacult MSW LCSW, Inc.
Las Vegas, Nevada

Staff Therapist
04.2000 - 06.2006

Job overview

  • Educated patients and families about sexual offending behaviors and characteristics, trauma and effects on victims of sexual abuse, relapse prevention and empathy skills.
  • Worked with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.
  • Delivered quality, comprehensive and well-integrated clinical services in alignment with client needs.
  • Completed assessments and planned customized treatments, applying wide range of resources.
  • Planned and organized individual, family and group therapy for clients ranging in ages and issues.
  • Prepared and maintained comprehensive progress reports for review by various parties.
  • Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
  • Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
  • Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
  • Wrote reports on clients and maintained required paperwork, including discharge summaries.
  • Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
  • Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
  • Leverages excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff and clients.

Student Psychological Services, UNLV
Las Vegas, Nevada

MSW Intern Therapist
01.1999 - 04.1999

Job overview

  • Documented therapeutic goals and client progress.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions to promote awareness and growth.
  • Assessed client needs and developed treatment plans.
  • Built trust and rapport with compassionate approach.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Education

University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV

Master of Arts from Social Work
06.2000

University Overview

University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV

Bachelor of Arts from Social Work
06.1996

University Overview

Skills

  • Interviewing Techniques
  • Family Education and Communication
  • Biopsychosocial Assessments
  • Intervention Planning
  • Documentation Requirements
  • Active Listening
  • Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
  • Individual and Group Counseling

Certification

  • LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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You are never too old to be what you might have been.
George Eliot

Timeline

Staff Therapist
John Pacult MSW LCSW, Inc.
04.2000 - 06.2006
MSW Intern Therapist
Student Psychological Services, UNLV
01.1999 - 04.1999
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Master of Arts from Social Work
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Bachelor of Arts from Social Work

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