Erica Friedman
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and strategic leader with over 12 years of expertise in mental health, program development, and workforce well-being. Proven ability to design innovative programs, manage crisis interventions, and leverage data-driven insights to enhance organizational impact. Skilled at leading cross-functional teams, fostering stakeholder collaboration, and advancing health equity through evidence-based strategies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner & Lead Clinician
Erica Friedman Health & Wellness, LLC
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2022 - Current
- Provide clinical assessments and integrative treatment plans for adults navigating behavioral health challenges, with specialization ACT-informed exposure for anxiety
- Design and implement client-centered interventions including resource referrals, ensuring adherence to HIPAA privacy regulations
- Deliver crisis intervention services and ongoing therapeutic support to enhance individual well-being
State Director, Michigan Community Network
WellSky (Healthify, acquired 8/21)
New York, Remote
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Led innovative program design and strategic development for community-based networks, utilizing data-driven insights and human-centered design to improve insurance partnerships, member experience and health equity
- Increased participation in Michigan's network by 150%, demonstrating an ability to scale programs while solving systemic challenges
- Oversaw strategic development of Michigan team, including people-first approach to managing direct reports, designing and implementing training and development programs, and serving as the hiring manager for additional team members
Adjunct Faculty
University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Taught Applications in Public Health to 31 graduate students, fostering critical thinking through design thinking and systems-based approaches
- Integrated topics such as public health crises, technology innovation, and combating disinformation into coursework
UpPrize & Business Development Associate
Innovation Works
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Oversaw $800k budget and cross-functional teams to execute regional strategies for the UpPrize Social Impact Challenge
- Built relationships with government agencies, foundations, and corporate partners to enhance program impact
- Supported 100+ startups with strategic planning and partnership development, focusing on social impact and civic tech
UpPrize & Corporate Innovation Coordinator
Innovation Works
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Developed and executed strategy resulting in 75+ hours of programming, engagement of 50 innovation experts and 35+ community events
- Represented UpPrize through public speaking engagements at events and conferences with the goal of disseminating organizational information and furthering regional impact
- Standardized process for UpPrize applicant outreach, engagement and submission, leading to a 30% increase in applications
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Political Science & Psychology
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MIMasters of Social Work -
University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work
Pittsburgh, PAMasters of Public Health -
University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Crisis Management & Intervention
- Behavioral Health Expertise
- Clinical Assessments
- Case Management
- Referrals
- Program Development and Evaluation
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Vendor/Stakeholder Management
- Collaboration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Strategic Planning
- Data Analysis
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW - PA/Washington, DC)
- HIPAA Compliance Training
- Completed Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Bootcamp with focus on ACT for Anxiety
- Extensive training in IFS for Trauma, Motivational Interviewing & Case Management
Timeline
Owner & Lead Clinician
Erica Friedman Health & Wellness, LLC
01.2022 - Current
State Director, Michigan Community Network
WellSky (Healthify, acquired 8/21)
01.2021 - 01.2023
Adjunct Faculty
University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health
01.2021 - 12.2021
UpPrize & Business Development Associate
Innovation Works
01.2019 - 01.2021
UpPrize & Corporate Innovation Coordinator
Innovation Works
01.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelors of Arts - Political Science & Psychology
University of Michigan
Masters of Social Work -
University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work
Masters of Public Health -
University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health
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