Harinder Kaur
Lathrop,CA
Summary
Empathetic and bilingual Mental Health Clinician (ASW) with 5+ years of experience empowering foster youth and families through trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. Skilled in evidence-based approaches including CBT and DBT, with a strong foundation in treatment planning, case management, and building trusting relationships in community-based and in-home settings. Passionate about supporting healing and resilience through collaborative, client-centered care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinician ASW
Victor Community Support Services
09.2023 - Current
- Provide individual therapy to foster youth and adults in community-based and in-home settings, using trauma-informed, evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and play-based interventions.
- Conduct thorough bio-psycho-social assessments, determine diagnoses, and collaboratively develop treatment goals tailored to each client’s needs.
- Address a range of behavioral and emotional concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, mood instability, attachment challenges, and family conflict.
- Partner with social workers, case managers, schools, and other multidisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care and effective support across systems.
- Provide crisis support and safety planning as needed, client stability, and appropriate linkage to resources.
- Maintain all clinical documentation—including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries—in compliance with Medi-Cal and agency standards.
- Attend weekly clinical supervision to support skill development, meet BBS licensing requirements, and participate in regular case consultations and staff trainings to improve service delivery.
Intensive Care Coordinator- Facilitator
Victor Community Support Services Manteca
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Coordinated, scheduled, and facilitated Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings, ensuring collaborative development of individualized service plans in alignment with program goals.
- Oversaw implementation of individualized service plans and coordinated case management, leveraging both formal services and natural supports to address the unique needs of each child and family.
- Built and maintained supportive, professional relationships with clients and families while providing direct services in line with agency and program structure.
- Provided interventions and stabilization during service disruptions, ensuring safety and continuity of care for child and family teams.
- Managed a flexible, client-centered schedule to provide timely and responsive services across home, school, and community settings.
- Completed all required documentation—including daily progress notes, CANS assessments, service summaries, mileage logs, and tracking forms—within established deadlines and agency standards.
- Acted as a liaison between the program and key community partners, including Mental Health Coordinators, County Social Workers, Probation Officers, and school staff, to coordinate effective service delivery.
- Maintained agency-defined productivity and service percentage benchmarks, demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
Family Support Counselor
Victor Community Support Services
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Delivered individual and family support services aligned with each client’s individualized plan, including referrals, advocacy, case management, and behavioral support.
- Provided a wide range of services such as support groups, educational assistance, recreational activities, transportation, and home management support to strengthen family stability and engagement.
- Built and maintained trust-based relationships with clients while upholding professional boundaries and promoting a supportive therapeutic environment.
- Managed a flexible, community-based schedule, meeting the diverse needs of clients and families across various settings.
- Maintained accurate, timely documentation in compliance with agency standards, including contact forms, daily progress notes, CANS assessments, service summaries, and data tracking.
- Collaborated as an active member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, assuming key responsibilities and acting as a liaison with external agencies, community resources, and service providers.
- Consistently met or exceeded agency service delivery expectations, demonstrating a strong commitment to client-centered care and outcome-based services.
Family Support Counselor- Engager Program
Victor Community Support Services
03.2019 - 08.2022
- Provided one-on-one community-based engagement for families involved with CPS to support understanding and participation in the Child and Family Team Meeting (CFTM) process.
- Collaborated with CPS Social Workers and families to promote family voice, choice, and empowerment in planning and decision-making.
- Guided families in identifying their mission, strengths, needs, and building both natural and formal support networks.
- Delivered individualized support services including advocacy, resource linkage, behavioral interventions, educational support, transportation, and home-based assistance.
- Established strong professional relationships with clients, while maintaining appropriate boundaries and trauma-informed practices.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation, including client files, contact notes, progress notes, and service summaries, in compliance with agency standards.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary treatment teams, collaborating with community partners to ensure coordinated service delivery.
- Consistently met agency expectations for service productivity and client engagement.
- Supported additional operational needs and tasks as assigned by supervisors to enhance program effectiveness.
Student Assistant
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Supported the development and implementation of health initiatives, including wellness platforms, peer support programs, and department-wide health fairs.
- Collected, organized, and maintained data for program planning, data analysis, and performance tracking.
- Managed internal communication through the Wellness News inbox and responded to information requests.
- Assisted with editing and preparing official correspondence, reports, and internal communications.
- Designed and produced flyers, brochures, posters, and promotional materials for wellness events and department resources.
- Contributed to the coordination and success of special events and outreach efforts aimed at promoting staff wellness.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
California State University, Stanislaus
Stockton, CA08.2023
Psychology
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA05.2018
Associate Degree in Psychology - Psychology
Los Positas College
Livermore, CA05.2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Lathrop High School
Lathrop, CA06.2013
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Play-Based Interventions
- Case Management & Service Coordination
- Treatment Planning & Goal Setting
- Individual, Family, and Group Therapy
- Foster Youth & Child Welfare Systems
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Psychoeducation & Supportive Counseling
- Culturally Responsive Practice
- Medi-Cal & Clinical Documentation Standards
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
- Bilingual: English & Punjabi
Certification
- August 2023: Master of Social Work
- May 2018: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- August 2019: Mental Health First Aid
- May 2016: Associate of Arts in Psychology
LANGUAGES
Fluent in English and Punjabi
Timeline
Clinician ASW
Victor Community Support Services
09.2023 - Current
Intensive Care Coordinator- Facilitator
Victor Community Support Services Manteca
09.2022 - 01.2024
Family Support Counselor
Victor Community Support Services
08.2022 - 01.2024
Family Support Counselor- Engager Program
Victor Community Support Services
03.2019 - 08.2022
Student Assistant
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
08.2017 - 08.2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Lathrop High School
Master of Social Work - Social Work
California State University, Stanislaus
Psychology
California State University, Sacramento
Associate Degree in Psychology - Psychology
Los Positas College
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
- 07/18/2017 - 08/30/19 California Youth Crisis Line
- Provided emotional support and active listening to youth in crisis via phone and text, helping them explore options and develop coping strategies.
- Assessed needs, ensured safety, and connected callers to local resources such as shelters, mental health services, and emergency support.
- Maintained confidentiality and followed crisis response protocols with empathy and professionalism.
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