Jessica Blackburn
Betsy Layne,United States
Summary
Certified Social Worker (CSW) with a passion for making a positive impact on the local community through competent and evidence-based mental health treatment. Dedicated to utilizing expertise in the field to support individuals on their journey towards improved well-being. Proficient in conducting thorough assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and implementing effective interventions. Strong advocate for mental health awareness and destigmatization, working towards creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all individuals seeking assistance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Voc Rehab Program Specialist
Carl D Perkins Vocational Training Center
06.2022 - Current
- Coordinate pre-employment transition services with community partners such as schools, educational cooperatives, local business, and state government
- Travel statewide to meet community partners and provide educational information about services offered at the center
- Work with students and staff at schools to provide job exploration counseling
- Provide opportunities for community work transition programs to assist students in choosing a vocation
- Attend transition conferences around the state to provide educational presentations about benefits and services at center
- Attend federal and state trainings regarding new services and policies applicable to benefits
- Work with students, administration, and families to identify vocational goals and benefits available to support students
- Conduct thorough needs assessments to identify gaps in service delivery and inform program development efforts.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Katharos Sanctuary
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Performed substance abuse assessments for clients currently on MAT
- Worked with clients to develop treatment plans and treatment goals
- Identified areas where extra focus was needed such as relapse prevention plans, vocational rehabilitation, and criminal justice coordination
- Met with clients regularly to maintain treatment plans, goal accomplishment, and monitor compliance with program goals
- Performed general case management
- Provided referrals when needed
- Attended clinical supervision and monthly case management meetings
- Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
Intern
VanArk Behavioral Mangement
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided substance abuse counseling to clients during undergraduate practicum
- Created treatment plans under supervision, identifying problems, strengths, and goals
- Monitored client drug screen results
- Provided referrals when needed for outside services
- Communicated with probation and parole, child services, and other community health staff.
Education
Master's degree - Masters Social Work
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, KentuckyBachelor's degree - Bachelors Social Work
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KentuckySkills
- CSW with current KY state licensure
- Case Management
- Peer support
- Substance abuse counseling
- Treatment plan development
- Counseling
- Relapse prevention
- Benefit assessments
- Resource navigation
Availability
Permanent, Full-time
Timeline
Voc Rehab Program Specialist
Carl D Perkins Vocational Training Center
06.2022 - Current
Substance Abuse Counselor
Katharos Sanctuary
11.2021 - 11.2022
Intern
VanArk Behavioral Mangement
03.2020 - 03.2021
Master's degree - Masters Social Work
Campbellsville University
Bachelor's degree - Bachelors Social Work
Eastern Kentucky University
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