Jennie Darling
Seattle
Summary
Compassionate, trauma-informed social worker with a commitment to high standards and impactful client care. Proven ability to develop personalized treatment plans that foster patient progress. Valued for strong team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in therapeutic techniques and client engagement. Committed to advancing equity and social justice in public health.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Therapist
Newport Academy
Kirkland, WA
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitated individual, group, and family therapy sessions for high acuity client populations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance integrated care approaches.
- Collaborated effectively with insurance providers ensuring proper authorization and coverage for clients' therapeutic services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with referral sources to support continuity of care.
- Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
- Advocated for clients'' needs within the larger healthcare system ensuring access to necessary resources for ongoing wellness support.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients in need, stabilizing the situation and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
Hospice Volunteer
Providence Hospice of Seattle
Seattle, USA
11.2023 - Current
- Provide emotional support and practical assistance to families and patients, demonstrating empathy and cultural sensitivity during end-of-life care.
Oncology Support Intern
Cancer Pathways
Seattle, WASHINGTON
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Co-facilitated support groups for adolescents and families, both online and in-person, utilizing trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care and effective communication.
- Conducted comprehensive psychosocial intake assessments to inform individualized treatment planning.
- Participated in program development and community outreach initiatives to support family wellness and education.
Teen Group Facilitator
Cancer Pathways and Seattle Public Schools
Seattle, USA
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Delivered structured group therapy curriculum to high school students, focusing on motivation, coping skills, and decision-making.
- Provided a supportive, strengths-based environment for adolescents to develop resilience and achieve personal goals.
- Engaged stakeholders in orientation sessions and ongoing support to reinforce treatment objectives and foster collaboration.
Case Manager
Evergreen Recovery Centers PCAP
Seattle, WA
01.2020 - 06.2024
- Provided home-based case management for pregnant and parenting clients with substance use disorders, emphasizing trauma-informed, culturally sensitive interventions.
- Delivered Promoting First Relationships (PFR) sessions to support caregiver-child attachment and social-emotional development.
- Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments, developed individualized care plans, and facilitated crisis intervention and counseling.
- Coordinated care and referrals to community resources, ensuring holistic support for families.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and community providers to address complex needs and promote client well-being.
- Data collection, management and analysis for University of Washington's Addictions, Drug & Alcohol Institute (ADAI)
Research Intern
Partners for Our Children
11.2016 - 09.2017
- Interviewed STRIVE parent participants over the phone using a qualitative analysis survey
- REDCap data entry and evaluation
- Regular collaboration with STRIVE research team
Undergraduate Adviser
University of Washington
Seattle, WASHINGTON
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Utilized interpersonal and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced work environment providing academic advising and service referrals to undergraduate students
- Practiced motivational interviewing to build trust and help students develop academic and personal self-efficacy
Child and Family Services (CFWS) Intern
DSHS Children's Administration
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Provided comprehensive case management and coordinated services for families involved in child welfare.
- Observed, monitored, and documented child and parent visitations
- Attended professional trainings to remain current in child welfare best practices
Research Intern and Therapeutic Childcare Specialist
Amara
Seattle, WA
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Conducted research and program development to improve foster parent recruitment and child welfare outcomes.
- Facilitated intake and discharge for children impacted by trauma and maltreatment.
- Short-term and emergency care for children in a home-like environment
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support child and family well-being.
Lead Preschool Teacher
University Temple Children's School
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Developed and implemented emergent, play-based curriculum to support diverse learners.
- Assessed and documented child development, collaborating with families to support individual needs.
- Led parent-teacher conferences and contributed to a collaborative, inclusive school environment.
Education
Master of social work -
University of Washington
06-2025
Bachelor of social work - undefined
University of Washington
06-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Olympic College
Bremerton, WA06-2015
Skills
- Trained in EMDR, TF-CBT, DBT, and ABFT
- Behavioral Health Assessment & Counseling
- Culturally Responsive Care & Equity Advocacy
- Risk Assessment & Crisis Intervention
- Treatment Planning & Progress Monitoring
- Early intervention (ESIT), IFSP development, and home-based services
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
- Community Resource Navigation
- individual and family therapy
- Parent/caregiver coaching & education
Certification
- Licensed Social Work Associate-Independent Clinical (LSWAIC) Washington State
- Level 2 ABFT Certification
- EMDR Trained Clinician
- American Lung Association N-O-T (Not On Tobacco) Teen Group Facilitator Certification
- Promoting First Relationships (PFR) provider certification
Timeline
Primary Therapist
Newport Academy
08.2025 - Current
Oncology Support Intern
Cancer Pathways
10.2024 - 06.2025
Teen Group Facilitator
Cancer Pathways and Seattle Public Schools
10.2024 - 05.2025
Hospice Volunteer
Providence Hospice of Seattle
11.2023 - Current
Case Manager
Evergreen Recovery Centers PCAP
01.2020 - 06.2024
Research Intern
Partners for Our Children
11.2016 - 09.2017
Child and Family Services (CFWS) Intern
DSHS Children's Administration
09.2016 - 06.2017
Undergraduate Adviser
University of Washington
06.2016 - 09.2017
Research Intern and Therapeutic Childcare Specialist
Amara
10.2015 - 06.2017
Lead Preschool Teacher
University Temple Children's School
06.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of social work - undefined
University of Washington
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Olympic College
Master of social work -
University of Washington