Joie Beth Freirich, LMSW
Mission,KS
Summary
Compassionate LMSW with a strong background in mental health support and therapeutic interventions. Proven ability to develop and implement effective treatment plans for diverse client needs. Demonstrated excellent communication and crisis management skills, ensuring client safety and well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Qualified Mental Health Professional
ReDiscover's Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinics
7001 Blue Ridge Blvd. Raytown, MO 64133
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to determine client needs and appropriate interventions.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Provided crisis intervention services, de-escalating situations and ensuring client safety.
- Educated clients and families on mental health resources, fostering community connections and support networks.
- Served diverse populations including children, adolescents, adults, families, couples from various cultural backgrounds addressing an array of mental health issues.
- Managed caseload effectively, prioritizing tasks according to urgency while maintaining high-quality service delivery.
- Assisted clients in navigating complex systems by providing information about available services/resources within the community.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients in various settings.
- Reduced crisis situations through timely interventions and appropriate referrals to community resources.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and facilitating open communication during sessions.
MSW Student Qualified Mental Health Professional
ReDiscover's Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic
Raytown, MO
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided targeted therapeutic interventions for clients experiencing a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma-related issues, and substance abuse concerns.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create holistic care plans for Clients, addressing both mental and physical health needs.
- Utilized mental health screening tools and assessments to determine the nature and extent of the clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health needs.
- Evaluated clients and conducted thorough comprehensive crisis intake assessments to develop individualized treatment strategies.
- Reduced crisis situations through timely interventions and appropriate referrals to community resources.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Ensured compliance with documentation standards, completing accurate and timely progress notes for each client interaction.
Member Experience Desk Opener
The Jewish Community Center
Overland Park, KS
12.2021 - 07.2024
- Responsible for opening the fitness center at 4:30 AM and prepare for members to use the facility.
- Manage the front desk which consists of, greeting members, answering the phone, responding to member concerns, signing members up for daily exercise classes, passing out fitness floor equipment, folding towels, printing off exercise class rosters, and restocking items at the snack bar.
- Worked part time 20 hours per week.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH08-2024
Bachelor of Social Work -
Helen Bader School of Social Welfare, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI08-2021
Skills
- Anxiety Reduction Techniques
- Stress and Depression Management Strategies
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Active Listening
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Suicide prevention
- Clinical documentation
- Mental health diagnosis
- Crisis intervention
- Reliability
Timeline
Qualified Mental Health Professional
ReDiscover's Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinics
10.2024 - Current
MSW Student Qualified Mental Health Professional
ReDiscover's Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic
12.2023 - 08.2024
Member Experience Desk Opener
The Jewish Community Center
12.2021 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Social Work -
Helen Bader School of Social Welfare, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Master of Social Work -
Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, Case Western Reserve University
Volunteer Experience
- Milwaukee Center for Independence-Brain Health Program, Brain Health Remote Program Social Work Intern, Milwaukee, WI, 08/2020, 03/2021, Responsible for leading the brain health online remote group program for people recovering from a brain injury, stroke, or neurological condition, Managed and helped facilitate day to day group activities such as brain games, music, yoga, exercise, and reading activities, Responsible for recording client notes into the EMR, met with clients individually to provide active listening and support to build rapport, 354.5
- The Cathedral Center, Front Desk Receptionist, Milwaukee, WI, 09/2019, 11/2019, Served as main greeter and first responder for day-day activities including answering the phone, main door, directing client needs, and completing administrative tasks, 22
- Ovation Jewish Communities, Volunteer, Milwaukee, WI, 03/2019, 05/2019, Primary role included visiting and attending activities with the elderly, Assisted a disabled resident by reorganizing their belongings for accessibility, 40+
Skills
- Self-Care Promotion
- Multicultural Competence
Activities
D1 Tennis, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI, 09/2017, 01/2018
Enjoy running
Volunteer Experience
- Milwaukee Center for Independence-Brain Health Program, Brain Health Remote Program Social Work Intern, Milwaukee, WI, 08/2020, 03/2021, Responsible for leading the brain health online remote group program for people recovering from a brain injury, stroke, or neurological condition, Managed and helped facilitate day to day group activities such as brain games, music, yoga, exercise, and reading activities, Responsible for recording client notes into the EMR, met with clients individually to provide active listening and support to build rapport, 354.5
- The Cathedral Center, Front Desk Receptionist, Milwaukee, WI, 09/2019, 11/2019, Served as main greeter and first responder for day-day activities including answering the phone, main door, directing client needs, and completing administrative tasks, 22
- Ovation Jewish Communities, Volunteer, Milwaukee, WI, 03/2019, 05/2019, Primary role included visiting and attending activities with the elderly, Assisted a disabled resident by reorganizing their belongings for accessibility, 40+
Skills
- Self-Care Promotion
- Multicultural Competence