EVA LIGHT
LMSW-CC
Portland,ME
Summary
Dedicated mental health clinician committed to client-centered care and developing authentic, collaborative relationships with clients. Attained Trauma-Informed certificate and working towards becoming Polyvagal informed. Experienced working with an array of clients aging from 6 to 62 in home, community, and office based settings. Utilizing multiple therapeutic modalities including Polyvagal, Narrative, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies. Devoted to social justice and lifelong learning.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Based and Outpatient Clinician
Counseling And Trauma Therapy Associates
Biddeford , Maine
07.2020 - Current
- Maintain caseload of 35 clients, collaborating with them to meet their needs and manage symptoms.
- Assess and diagnose clients, creating treatment plans based on identified goals.
- Coordinate with case managers, social workers, teachers, psychiatrists and other specialists to provide optimal care for complex cases.
- Work with children with mental health diagnoses and behavioral issues together with their families to improve family dynamics and relationships.
Intake Coordinator
Alternative Wellness Services
Biddeford, ME
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Regularly completed biopsychosocial and needs assessments for new Behavioral Health Home clients.
- Managed caseload of about 25 clients.
- Created treatment plans in collaboration with clients in order to achieve identified goals.
- Coordinated client care with medical providers, community support, and family members.
MSW Intern
Alternative Wellness Services
Biddeford, ME
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Developed skills in assessment and diagnosis of clients with mental health conditions.
- Advanced ability to co-create treatment plans with clients.
- Applied clinical treatment to free-care outpatient therapy clients using best practice therapeutic modalities.
- Helped meet client’s needs and achieve their goals with necessary support in case manager relationship.
Behavioral Health Professional
KidsPeace
South Portland, ME
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Developed trusting one-on-one relationships with children and their parents to safely remain in ,community.
- Implemented treatment plan in partnership with parents, child and other family members.
- Supported children who have mental health diagnoses and their families in their homes.
- Assisted clients to develop skills and behaviors necessary to better manage their mental health symptoms.
MSW intern
Sexual Assault Response Services Of Southern Maine
Portland, ME
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Worked individually with clients who have experienced sexual trauma and provided trauma-informed care.
- Accompanied survivors to hospital for sexual assault forensic exams and to court for Protection from Abuse Orders.
- Created and co-facilitated an art therapy support group for homeless teenagers at local homeless shelter.
- Creating printed materials with updated information on responding to sexual assault.
Behavioral Health Professional
Choices Are For Everyone
Westbrook, ME
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Worked with children who have developmental disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder alongside their parents.
- Focused on improving everyday skills, safety awareness, and socialization through strengths-focused approach.
- Implemented therapeutic modalities to help meet client's identified treatment goals while working alongside a clinician.
Student Assistant II
University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Organized and maintained Campus Life employee timesheets for payroll.
- Managed busy reception desk, greeted University guests, took messages, and phone calls.
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine and special requirements.
Intern
Consortium For Child Welfare
Washington DC, Washington DC
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Researched information and data to be included in presentations for on the job and continuing education workshops given at provider training academy.
- Participated in training for on-the-job and continuing education for social workers.
- Assisted with projects by applying strong analytical skills and studies.
Communications Intern
Thread Inc
Baltimore, MD
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Conducted grant research, donor tracking and daily office tasks in office of Executive Director.
- Communicated with about 3-5 different foundation partners a week who had provided grants to organization.
- Tracked grant funds and managed bank deposits.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of New England
Portland Maine05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Southern Maine
Portland Maine05.2017
References
Provided upon request.
Timeline
Community Based and Outpatient Clinician
Counseling And Trauma Therapy Associates
07.2020 - Current
Intake Coordinator
Alternative Wellness Services
05.2019 - 07.2020
MSW Intern
Alternative Wellness Services
09.2018 - 05.2019
Behavioral Health Professional
KidsPeace
05.2018 - 05.2019
MSW intern
Sexual Assault Response Services Of Southern Maine
09.2017 - 05.2018
Behavioral Health Professional
Choices Are For Everyone
05.2017 - 05.2018
Intern
Consortium For Child Welfare
05.2016 - 08.2016
Student Assistant II
University of Southern Maine
09.2015 - 05.2017
Communications Intern
Thread Inc
05.2015 - 08.2015
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of New England
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Southern Maine