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Joseph Hansen

Great Falls,MT

Summary

Experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a robust background in behavioral health counseling, military family support, crisis management, and program development. Proven track record of providing individual and family therapy, managing large teams, and developing and implementing effective programs and strategies. Adept at working in high-stress environments and addressing the unique challenges faced by military personnel and their families. Skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Problem-Solving Therapy (PST). Recognized for strong leadership, program development, and communication skills, with a commitment to improving patient outcomes and supporting mental health and well-being. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

President, Board of Directors

Dynamic Recovery LLC
05.2023 - Current
  • Provided strategic leadership and oversight to the organization, focusing on recovery support services.

Military Family Life Counselor

05.2023 - Current
  • Provided confidential non-medical counseling to service members and their families.

Private Practice Therapist (LCSW)

12.2022 - Current
  • Provide individual and family therapy integrating various treatment models and techniques.

MSW Intern

05.2018 - 12.2023
  • Provide individual and family therapy integrating various treatment models and techniques.

LCSW, Behavioral Health Counselor

Alluvion Health Care
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Offer individual and family therapy integrating various treatment models and techniques.

Counselor II

Benefis Health Care Behavioral Health Unit
03.2019 - 06.2022
  • Provide individual and family therapy integrating various treatment models and techniques.

Supervisor

Securitas INC Security Services
08.2014 - 05.2019
  • Lead and manage teams in various security functions, including the Montana Air National Guard and Montana State Fair.

Work Study

Montana Department of Veterans Affairs
07.2014 - 05.2019
  • Assist veterans with form-filling, questions about veterans’ programs, case work, filing, and research/follow-up.

Behavioral Specialist

Montana Center for Mental Health
12.2016 - 05.2017
  • Administer programs and services for behaviorally or emotionally disturbed students.

United States Air Force
04.1997 - 08.2014
  • Supervise over 50 personnel in various security-related fields.

Readiness NCO, Readiness Advisor

USAF
05.2008 - 05.2013
  • Instruct military personnel and families transitioning to and from deployed locations.

Education

Master of Social Work - Family and Children & Military/Veterans

University of Southern California

Bachelor of Science in Social Psychology -

Park University

Associates of Arts, Social Services -

Community College of the Air Force

Associates of Applied Science, Criminal Justice -

Community College of the Air Force

Licensed Addiction Counselor Course Work -

The Center For Addiction Studies And Research
10.2020

Skills

  • Crisis Management
  • Family Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Problem Solving Therapy (PST)
  • Contingency Management (CM)
  • Leadership and Team Management
  • Security Operations
  • Program Development and Evaluation

Awards

  • Airman of the Quarter, Squadron Level, 1998
  • Air Force Achievement Medal, 3 Oak Leaf Clusters
  • Air Force Commendation Medal, 2 Oak Leaf Clusters
  • NCO of the Year, Squadron Level, 2006
  • Commencement Speaker, Park University, Community College of the Air Force, Class of 2022

Training

  • USAF SNCO Academy (Management Training)
  • Problem Solving Therapy (PST)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Hostage Negotiations Phase 1, 2, 3
  • Principles of Instruction
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
  • Treatment for Individuals who Use Stimulants (TRUST) and Contingency Management (CM)
  • NASW Supervisors Course

Timeline

President, Board of Directors

Dynamic Recovery LLC
05.2023 - Current

Military Family Life Counselor

05.2023 - Current

Private Practice Therapist (LCSW)

12.2022 - Current

LCSW, Behavioral Health Counselor

Alluvion Health Care
06.2022 - 05.2023

Counselor II

Benefis Health Care Behavioral Health Unit
03.2019 - 06.2022

MSW Intern

05.2018 - 12.2023

Behavioral Specialist

Montana Center for Mental Health
12.2016 - 05.2017

Supervisor

Securitas INC Security Services
08.2014 - 05.2019

Work Study

Montana Department of Veterans Affairs
07.2014 - 05.2019

Readiness NCO, Readiness Advisor

USAF
05.2008 - 05.2013

United States Air Force
04.1997 - 08.2014

Master of Social Work - Family and Children & Military/Veterans

University of Southern California

Bachelor of Science in Social Psychology -

Park University

Associates of Arts, Social Services -

Community College of the Air Force

Associates of Applied Science, Criminal Justice -

Community College of the Air Force

Licensed Addiction Counselor Course Work -

The Center For Addiction Studies And Research
Joseph Hansen