Elizabeth A Jones
Alma Center,WI
Summary
A results-oriented Licensed Clinical Social Worker and 23+ years of work experience. Aiming to leverage academic and employment experience with proven knowledge of substance abuse counseling, psychological counseling, and case management to successfully fill the Contracted Mental Health role at the Jackson County Jail. Frequently praised as hard-working by my peers, I can be relied upon to help achieve organizational and client goals. I am able to work independently and within a team, have excellent verbal and written communications skills, and strong leadership skills. I work with clients from a strengths-based approach utilizing evidence-based practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychological Associate
Jackson Correctional Institution
Black River Falls, WI
01.2023 - Current
- Provides direct services to incarcerated individuals and consultation services to department administration, facilities, field staff, school administration, designated review committees, consulting psychiatrists, and other staff who are involved in planning the total program of a given individual (e.g., medical, education, security, recreation and probation, and parole staff)
- Buils professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Developes understanding of policies, procedures and processes.
Contracted Mental Health Provider
Jackson County Jail
Black River Falls, WI
02.2021 - Current
- Helps adult incarcerated individuals deal with substance abuse, mental illness and other concerns by delivering personalized counseling support.
- Develops individual courses of treatment for each patient by evaluating goals, mental health and practical conditions.
- Incorporates different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
- Completes detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Collaborates closely with multidisciplinary team to appropriately coordinate client care services.
- Promoted suicide awareness by conducting proactive assessments and implementing interventions.
Outpatient Psychotherapist
Nystrom & Associates, LTD.
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Diagnosed, treated and managed mental health and psychological disorders, substance abuse and disorders of habit and conduct.
- Evaluated clients' interests, abilities and needs alongside clinical presentations to develop targeted treatment plans.
- Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
- Consulted with other professionals to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources and techniques.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Referred clients to external resources for additional support.
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
Outpatient Psychotherapist
Gateways Counseling Services
Neillsville, WI
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Provided various outpatient mental health and addictions counseling services to a diverse client population with the goal of patient recovery
- Diagnosed, treated and managed mental health and psychological disorders, substance abuse and disorders of habit and conduct.
- Development and review of service plans throughout the duration of treatment and provision of mental health assessments, counseling, referrals, and intervention services in collaboration with the client
- Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
- Completing and maintaining documentation according to federal and state guidelines.
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
Substance Use Disorder Social Worker
Jackson Correctional Institution
Black River Falls, WI
07.2018 - 04.2021
- Completed comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Developed and optimized treatment plans to help clients continue to progress.
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for inpatient clients.
- Identified problem areas impacting participants' ability to successfully complete treatment.
- Collaborated with patients to establish post-treatment strategies for sobriety.
- Completed progress notes and other pertinent paperwork in compliance with state regulations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to monitor treatment progress and improve individual clients' plans.
Psychological Associate Intern
Jackson Correctional Institution
Black River Falls, WI
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Under the professional direction of a licensed psychologist, provided direct services to incarcerated individuals and consultation services to department administration, facilities, field staff, school administration, designated review committees, consulting psychiatrists, and other staff who are involved in planning the total program of a given individual (e.g., medical, education, security, recreation and probation, and parole staff)
- Built professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Developed understanding of policies, procedures and processes.
- Individual student development and training; participated in clinical supervision and training to maintain, further develop and refine clinical skills; and participated in clinical research as directed by the Psychologist Supervisor.
Convenience Store Manager
Countryside Cooperative
Durand, WI
08.2000 - 01.2016
- Secured the profitability of the convenience store through accurately, efficiently, and effectively executing daily activities such as bookkeeping, ordering store inventory, merchandising and managing inventory, marketing through event planning, price book maintenance, suggestive selling techniques, sales, displays, contract pricing, and bridge buying to provide the very best value to customers
- Maintained proper profit margins on retail items, scheduling team members, training and coaching team members, fielding customer and vendor inquiries, and volunteering in the local community while adhering to budgets, safety policies, and all other state, regional, and company policies as they apply to the convenience store and its fueling facility.
- Engaged with customers to check satisfaction with product quality, store cleanliness and service delivery.
- Oversaw food and beverage operations in line with health code standards and good practices for consumer safety.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI05.2018
Master of Social Work -
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WI05.2020
Skills
- DOT SAP Certified
- Substance Use Disorder Treatment Experience
- Sex Offender Treatment Experience
- Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Other DSM-5 Diagnoses Experience
- Safety and Risk Assessments
- Emotional Awareness
- Case Management Skills
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Skills
- Sand Tray Therapy
- Grant Writing
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Organizational Skills
- Works Well With Multi-Disciplinary Teams
- Detail Oriented
- Manages Time Well
Professional Licensure
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
License Number: 9952-123
Expires: 2/28/2025
Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor
License Number: 16511-132
Expires: 2/28/2025
Timeline
Psychological Associate
Jackson Correctional Institution
01.2023 - Current
Outpatient Psychotherapist
Nystrom & Associates, LTD.
11.2021 - 01.2023
Outpatient Psychotherapist
Gateways Counseling Services
04.2021 - 11.2021
Contracted Mental Health Provider
Jackson County Jail
02.2021 - Current
Psychological Associate Intern
Jackson Correctional Institution
07.2019 - 05.2020
Substance Use Disorder Social Worker
Jackson Correctional Institution
07.2018 - 04.2021
Convenience Store Manager
Countryside Cooperative
08.2000 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Master of Social Work -
University of Wisconsin - Madison