Elizabeth Schaeffer
Clark Mills,NY
Summary
LMSW that performs quality therapy services for diverse client base. Creates specialized treatment plans by diagnosing and assessing individual conditions. Exceptional treatment administrator utilizes expertise to inform proven technique utilization.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LMSW, Behavioral Health Clinician
Mohawk Valley Health System
06.2023 - Current
- Participated and collaborated with the interdisciplinary team, patient, and families of patients, staff, and community agencies.
- Provided crisis intervention/management and de-escalation of high risk patients, families, and staff.
- Determined priorities for social work intervention with special consideration given to complex and/or high-risk issues.
- Determined differential treatment needs of patients and families based upon assessment data, social work theory and standards of clinical practice.
- Provided specialized focus assessments (i.e. suicide risk, mental health issues, chemical dependency, and abuse) and document assessment plan of care.
Social Work Intern
Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center- Pinefield
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with outpatient providers, client's families, and Department of Social Services to ensure client success
- Conceptualized treatment plans, progress notes, and core histories for clients
- Coordinated safety and discharge plans along with outpatient services
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to individuals aged 5-17 yrs of age, utilizing DBT
Social Work Intern
Upstate Cerebral Palsy Chadwicks
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Observed and monitored client behavior and response to treatment
- Assisted in conducting psychosocial assessments of clients and constructing treatment plans
- Guided individual and group therapy sessions with clients
- Managed a caseload of ten patients ensuring their daily success and intervening in times of crisis
- Collaborated on multidisciplinary teams to implement interventions for clients related to their IEP goals
Behavior Specialist
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Provide assistance in coordinating activities in the classroom in line with each students'IEP and any other applicable plans such as behavior plans and CFA's
- Assist therapists in carrying out student therapy goals, while ensuring that students are receiving physical/verbal support to acute behavior issues
- Coordinate a supportive person-centered approach while interacting with students
- Provide clear and concise notes, observations, and accurate data.
Research Assistant
SUNY Oswego
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Worked directly with participants in obtaining samples and ensuring a confidential environment
- Cooperated with Dr
- Gilian Tenbergen and other research assistants from SUNY Oswego by obtaining and analyzing data
- Coordinated appointment times with participants via email
Intern
Oneida County, Social Services
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Assist with clerical duties by sorting mail, producing labels, and handing out paperwork
- Observing interviews with one of the caseworkers
- Working on organizational tasks needed in the unit such as filing
- Assisting the front desk and interacting with clients
Co-director
SOAR program Hannibal
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Worked beside school psychologist to supervise students and observe their behaviors to avoid potential conflicts
- Counseled students that come from troubled environments by presenting helpful concepts and strategies
- Organized meeting times and facilitated communication with the school psychologist
Education
Masters of Social Work -
University At Albany (SUNY)
Albany05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Spanish
SUNY Oswego
Oswego, NY05.2021
Skills
- Utilize the best practices and standards when working with clients
- Plethora of experience with crisis intervention, CBT, DBT, and trauma informed practice
- Clinical Documentation
- Treatment Plans
- CPR/AED
- Thrive in a team environment
Certification
LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker
Timeline
LMSW, Behavioral Health Clinician
Mohawk Valley Health System
06.2023 - Current
Social Work Intern
Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center- Pinefield
08.2022 - 05.2023
Social Work Intern
Upstate Cerebral Palsy Chadwicks
08.2021 - 05.2022
Behavior Specialist
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
04.2021 - 07.2021
Research Assistant
SUNY Oswego
09.2019 - 05.2021
Co-director
SOAR program Hannibal
09.2019 - 04.2020
Intern
Oneida County, Social Services
05.2019 - 08.2020
Masters of Social Work -
University At Albany (SUNY)
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Spanish
SUNY Oswego
LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker
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