Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience in crisis intervention and support. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve safe patient outcomes. Deep knowledge of community resources and services to enhance client support.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Buncombe County Schools
Fletcher, NC
10.2005 - 06.2025
Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to meet student needs.
Collaborated with teachers and families to enhance students' educational progress.
Identified at-risk students for tailored academic and personal support.
Established referral networks with external mental health professionals for additional services.
Delivered crisis intervention services through comprehensive safety assessments.
Psychiatric Intake Clinician
Mission Hospital
Asheville , NC
05.2001 - 10.2005
Delivered direct crisis intervention services during emergencies and mental health crises to assess care needs.
Collaborated with physicians and medical staff to coordinate tailored client services.
Composed accurate medical notes to enhance follow-up processes for effective case management.
Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate client functioning across mental health, substance abuse, and family dynamics.
Obtained necessary legal documentation to ensure patient safety and compliance.
Emergency Services Social Worker
Blue Ridge Center/Western Highlands
Asheville , NC
06.1994 - 10.2005
Conducted assessments to identify clients' mental health needs, providing immediate support to de-escalate.
Educated clients on available resources and coping strategies for improved well-being.
Coordinated referrals to outside agencies for additional services such as substance abuse programs or vocational training.
Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress, assessing risk, and determining the appropriate level of care.
Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute mental health issues.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Worker
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
05-1994
Skills
Referral coordination
Crisis intervention strategies
Behavioral assessment
Solutions-focused
Safety planning
Suicide risk assessment
Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Accomplishments
Buncombe County School Counselor of the Year, 2024-25
Family Consumer Science Teacher at Buncombe County Schools, North Buncombe HSFamily Consumer Science Teacher at Buncombe County Schools, North Buncombe HS