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John McCarthy

Wilsonville,OR

Summary

New Master of Social Work Graduate experienced in providing patients with necessary education, therapy services, coordinating program referrals and determining appropriate treatment plans. Proficient in documenting changes, maintaining records and working with insurance companies. Working at a high standard while keeping excellent patient care through an empathetic approach is very important to me. With the ability to thrive in team-based or independently-motivated settings, I can excel in various scenarios. I am looking for social work opportunities in a medical setting that will help me to become clinically licensed.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Work Intern

PeaceHealth Family Medicine Residency Clinic
Vancouver , WA
2023.08 - 2024.04
  • Provided individual therapy sessions for clients.
  • Developed treatment plans to address identified issues.
  • Collaborated with other professionals such as therapists and medical personnel to coordinate services for clients.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss cases, review progress notes, and strategize interventions.
  • Educated clients about available community resources that could benefit them.
  • Collaborated with community agencies to offer clients additional support.
  • Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.

Mental Health Aide II

Cascadia Health
Wilsonville , OR
2021.07 - Current
  • Proficiently keeps track and organizes the medications for over 25 people.
  • Works well with adults with mental illnesses and personality disorders.
  • Reliably documenting residents interactions and the passing of their meds.
  • Working patiently and caringly with residents to make sure they get the care that they need.
  • Experience with case management and medication coordination.

Education

Master of Social Work -

George Fox University
Newberg, OR
2024-05

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Portland State University
Portland, OR
12.2021

Skills

  • Excels at collaborating with other staff.
  • Patient and good at listening to people in need.
  • Creative problem solver.
  • Pays attention to details.
  • Excellent at creating positive relationships with clients.
  • Assisted with presenting Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) training to over 70 people
  • Improves client well-being
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Behavioral Health Therapy

Timeline

Social Work Intern

PeaceHealth Family Medicine Residency Clinic
2023.08 - 2024.04

Mental Health Aide II

Cascadia Health
2021.07 - Current

Master of Social Work -

George Fox University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Portland State University
John McCarthy