JAMES A. DEEL
Dover,US
Summary
Forged key partnerships in building strong relationships with community stakeholders, healthcare providers, and law enforcement agencies to enhance service delivery, secure critical resources, and align with the organization's strategic goals. Compassionate social worker with experience in supporting children, families, and schools through challenging circumstances. Skilled in developing and implementing effective intervention strategies to address emotional, behavioral, and educational needs. Strong ability to collaborate with educators, healthcare professionals, and community agencies to coordinate support services. Demonstrated impact in improving family dynamics and student outcomes through tailored case management and advocacy efforts.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master Family Services Specialist
Delaware Division of Family Services
Milford, US
10.2024 - Current
- Investigated serious injury and sexual abuse cases, ensuring child safety and justice through collaboration with key stakeholders
- Serve as a Multi-disciplinary Team Member with the Child Advocacy Center
Clinician
Georgetown Police
Georgetown, US
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Delivered pre-arrest diversion programs, connecting individuals to mental health and addiction treatment and ensuring ongoing care
- Trained staff and businesses as a Narcan Master Trainer, while providing follow-up support to overdose survivors and their families
- Led outreach and placement for human trafficking victims, securing housing, treatment, and long-term support through community partnerships
Clinician
Smyrna Police Connections Alliance
Smyrna, US
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Company Overview: Connections Community Support Programs
- Developed and implemented the Smyrna Police Department’s Mental Health Co-Responder Program, providing pre-arrest diversion and treatment resources for individuals with mental health and substance abuse concerns
- Delivered case management, overdose follow-up, and treatment referrals, while supporting victims of human trafficking through housing and care placement
- Served as Chaplain and Co-Chair for the Community Response Team, addressing opioid overdoses and supporting the department’s Officer Wellness Program
- Connections Community Support Programs
Psychiatric Social Worker III (supervisory)
Delaware Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Ellendale, US
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Company Overview: Crisis Intervention
- Designed and delivered crisis intervention and de-escalation training programs for law enforcement, corrections, and healthcare professionals, enhancing community safety and fostering cross-agency collaboration
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of the State of Delaware Medical Reserve Corps, Behavioral Emotional Support Team, ensuring effective crisis response and disaster mental health support
- Partnered with state and local agencies to conduct joint interventions for individuals with severe mental health and substance abuse concerns, connecting them to treatment and reducing risk in high-stress situations
- Crisis Intervention
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Kent Christian College
Associates in Applied Science -
Kentucky College of Technology
Coursework -
Houston Graduate School of Theology
Skills
- Behavioral assessment
- Service planning
- Law enforcement collaboration
- Mental health support
- Needs assessment
- Domestic violence prevention
- Child welfare laws
Certification
- State of Delaware Substance Abuse Mental Health Certified Mental Health Screener
- Grief Recovery Specialist
- Complex Trauma Certification SERVE Model
- Mental Health First Aid Train the Trainer
- FEMA Crisis Counseling Program Train the Trainer training
- Delaware Crisis Intervention Team Member
- Delaware Veterans Response Team Member
Volunteer Experience
- Chaplain, First Responder Chaplain Corps, Current
- Wellness Supports (dog program), On Point Consulting
- Animal Assisted Response, Crisis Response Canines Delaware
- Team member, Co-Chair, Delaware Medical Reserve Corps, Delaware Behavioral Emotional Support Teams (DE.B.E.S.T.), Current
- Advisory Board member, Wilmington University Human Trafficking Studies, 01/01/20, Current
- Advisory Board member, Wilmington University Behavioral Science, 01/01/21, Current
- Law Enforcement Chaplain, Smyrna Police Department, 01/01/20, 12/31/22
- Advisory Committee member, Restoration Now Anti-Trafficking Program, 01/01/19, 12/31/22
- Facilitator, GriefShare, Grief support group (target population-opioid overdose deaths)
- Trainer, Ongoing trainings addressing Mental Health supports during disasters.
Timeline
Master Family Services Specialist
Delaware Division of Family Services
10.2024 - Current
Clinician
Georgetown Police
01.2019 - 01.2024
Clinician
Smyrna Police Connections Alliance
01.2018 - 01.2024
Psychiatric Social Worker III (supervisory)
Delaware Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health
01.2013 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Kent Christian College
Associates in Applied Science -
Kentucky College of Technology
Coursework -
Houston Graduate School of Theology
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