Faith Niemcewicz
Collingswood
Summary
Therapeutic professional with extensive experience addressing mental health challenges and facilitating client growth. Known for collaborative approach and dedication to achieving meaningful results. Reliable team player with strong skills in conflict resolution and adaptability, ensuring client-centric care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Intake & Assessment Therapist
Advantage Behavioral Healthcare Services
04.2024 - Current
- Communicated empathetically with clients, fostering trust and rapport during sessions.
- Helped clients obtain outside specialist services by coordinating referrals and advising on options.
- Assessed clients' mental health needs and supported them in receiving proper care; OP, referring to HLOC.
- Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients in distress and connecting them with necessary resources.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to help clients recognize personal barriers to change and identify actionable steps towards improvement.
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and develop appropriate treatment strategies.
- Fostered supportive environment, leading to increased patient satisfaction and engagement.
Women's Trauma IOP Therapist & Clinical Supervisor
Pyramid Healthcare
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to promote mental health and well-being, specifically with women who endorsed hx of trauma. Included family members as needed in family sessions and collateral.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and progress evaluations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting treatment approaches as necessary to ensure effectiveness.
- Provided crisis intervention support, ensuring client safety and immediate assistance when required.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and treatment outcomes in compliance with regulations.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
- Tracked progress according to goals for interventions.
- Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
- Met with fellow therapists through supervision meetings and case consultations in order to support their professional development within the field.
- Supported director in leading group supervision meetings.
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and develop appropriate treatment strategies.
Lead PHP Therapist
Pyramid Healthcare
01.2021 - 11.2023
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to support client mental health and well-being.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments of client needs.
- Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques to facilitate positive behavioral changes in clients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and enhance treatment outcomes.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting interventions as needed to ensure effective support.
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring safety and stabilization for at-risk clients.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Implemented time management strategies to ensure full caseloads were effectively managed, maintaining high-quality care for all clients.
- Worked closely with families to educate them on mental health issues, facilitate open dialogue, and foster a supportive home environment for client recovery.
- Mentored new therapists through supervision meetings and case consultations in order to support their professional development within the field.
- Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and develop appropriate treatment strategies.
Adolescent PHP Counselor
Fairmount Behavioral Health System
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Facilitated group and individual counseling sessions to promote mental health awareness and develop coping strategies.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments on each client and developed personalized treatment plans to address client needs.
- Included family members and schools in treatment via collateral meetings and/or family/school meeting sessions.
- Continued to assess clients for appropriate level of care and referring them to additional resources if needed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Contributed to a supportive work environment by sharing knowledge, resources, and new findings within the counseling field.
- Designed culturally-sensitive interventions tailored to each client''s background and experiences.
- Communicated regularly with other professionals involved in the client''s care for coordinated service delivery efforts.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute distress or dangerous situations.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Made Child line reports when necessary and kept thorough documentation of reports.
- Collaborated with community resources to facilitate referrals and support services for clients transitioning from care.
Education
Master of Science - Community And Trauma Counseling
Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA05-2019
Skills
- Building rapport
- Crisis intervention
- One-on-one sessions
- Documentation requirements
- Referral coordination
- Compliance requirements
- Active listening
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Intake & Assessment Therapist
Advantage Behavioral Healthcare Services
04.2024 - Current
Women's Trauma IOP Therapist & Clinical Supervisor
Pyramid Healthcare
11.2023 - 04.2024
Lead PHP Therapist
Pyramid Healthcare
01.2021 - 11.2023
Adolescent PHP Counselor
Fairmount Behavioral Health System
06.2020 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Community And Trauma Counseling
Jefferson University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Jefferson University
Similar Profiles
Blayne HinerBlayne Hiner
Remix Clubhouse Youth Support Specialist at Advantage Behavioral Healthcare ServicesRemix Clubhouse Youth Support Specialist at Advantage Behavioral Healthcare Services
Sheila M SmithSheila M Smith
Business Manager at Advantage Behavioral Healthcare SystemsBusiness Manager at Advantage Behavioral Healthcare Systems
Maria LozanoMaria Lozano
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) at Advantage Behavioral Health Services - Victory Bay ResidentialBehavioral Health Technician (BHT) at Advantage Behavioral Health Services - Victory Bay Residential
Nina GuidaNina Guida
Retail Availability Manager at Acosta (Gillette Products)Retail Availability Manager at Acosta (Gillette Products)
Agnieszka MontesAgnieszka Montes
Physical Therapy Receptionist at Regional OrthopedicPhysical Therapy Receptionist at Regional Orthopedic