Judy Miser
Fresno,CA
Summary
Dedicated and passionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker with diverse knowledge and skills of evidenced-based practices to empower clients struggling with mental health concerns, substance abuse, and environmental challenges. Skilled in customizing support of clients with a universal strength-based approach, that focuses on problem-solving needs of clients.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LCSW
PATH Mental Health Services
09.2022 - Current
- Complete Biopsychosocial assessments and apply diagnostic criteria to ensure effectiveness of treatment for clients.
- Performed individual therapy with broad range of clients suffering from mental health disorders, substance use disorders, as well as physical disabilities.
- Worked with a variety of culturally diverse clients, age 13 and up.
- Utilized an eclectic approach to therapeutic modalities, based on needs of client.
- Created treatment plan with clients, and supported them while they took steps to achieve personal goals.
- Created and implemented safety plans with clients in crisis, to ensure that client’s well-being is protected.
- Keep up to date notes and submit them within regulated time frame.
Licensed Mental Health Clinician
Fresno County Department Of Behavioral Health
06.2022 - Current
- Complete Biopsychosocial assessments and apply diagnostic criteria to ensure effectiveness of treatment for clients.
- Performed individual therapy with broad range of clients suffering from mental health disorders, substance use disorders, as well as physical disabilities.
- Participated in consultation groups with Psychiatrists, Mental Health Clinicians, Case Managers, and Nursing staff to approach client treatment from a holistic approach.
- Utilized an eclectic approach to therapeutic modalities, based on needs of client.
- Created treatment plan with clients, and supported them while they took steps to achieve personal goals.
- Created and implemented safety plans with clients in crisis, to ensure that client’s well-being is protected.
- Keep up to date notes and submit them within regulated time frame
- Maintained all legal documents in HIPAA compliant manner.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Unlicensed Mental Health Clinician
Fresno County Department Of Behavioral Health
12.2019 - 06.2022
- Complete Biopsychosocial assessments and apply diagnostic criteria to ensure effectiveness of treatment for clients.
- Performed individual therapy with broad range of clients suffering from mental health disorders, substance use disorders, as well as physical disabilities.
- assisted with therapeutic groups regarding stress, anxiety, and coping skills.
- Participated in consultation groups with Psychiatrists, Mental Health Clinicians, Case Managers, and Nursing staff to approach client treatment from a holistic approach.
- Participated in individual and group supervision to build clinical skills.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and reduce crisis interventions needed.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
CVRC Liaison for In Home Supportive Services
Fresno County Department Of Social Services
03.2017 - 12.2019
- Facilitated communication between Central Valley Regional Center (CVRC) and In Home Supportive Services (IHSS), in order to ensure appropriate community resources.
- Participated in meetings with CVRC to support social workers with providing services to clients with development disabilities.
- Advocated for clients in need of more support to live safely in their homes.
- Delegated referrals from CVRC to determine the appropriate course of action for application.
- Created presentation for CVRC about IHSS regulation, due to lack of prior understanding of IHSS protocols.
Social Work Supervisor
Fresno County Department Of Social Services
08.2016 - 12.2019
- In Home Supportive Services
- Supervise the work of lower level staff
- Prepare reports and maintain statistical data
- Conduct unit meetings, conferences, and staff development sessions
- Interpret and apply laws, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations governing social services programs to staff, clients, and to the public
- Plan and coordinate special projects to provide for programmatic need
- Evaluate effectiveness of policies
- Train, evaluate, and discipline staff.
Team Lead
Fresno County Department Of Social Services
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Organized and led workgroup that was tasked with creating and implementing an assessment narrative tool in order to streamline documentation processes for the social services program.
- Organized and led frequent meetings with staff, other supervisors, and our IT department to brainstorm and create documentation tool.
- Delegated tasks to employees, provided supervision, and followed up on progress.
- Created a template to generate prompts in order for all social workers to include all accurate and pertinent information to the case.
Unlicensed Mental Health Clinician, ASW
Laura Slagle, LMFT
04.2017 - 09.2017
- Complete Biopsychosocial assessments and apply diagnostic criteria to ensure effectiveness of treatment for clients.
- Perform individual and group therapy in an office setting for both adults and adolescents.
- Participated in receiving clinical supervision.
- Created therapeutic curriculum for emotional support groups for adolescents.
- Participated in case consult groups to further support clients.
Social Work Practitioner
Fresno County Department Of Social Services
02.2016 - 08.2016
- Provided intensive social work services to include assessments, crisis interventions, and case management to clients.
- Developed intensive case plans to monitor and improve client functioning.
- Collaborate with community organizations, such as Central Valley Regional Center (CVRC), and link clients to important resources.
- Identified, developed, implemented, and coordinated training programs needed by staff, as delegated by management and programmatic needs.
- Coordinated special projects to develop and support departmental policies and procedures, in order to improve overall effectiveness of agency.
- Interpreted and applied laws, policies, procedures, rules and regulations governing social service program to staff, clients, and the public.
- Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine most suitable needs and services.
- Provided resource guidance to clients, in order to meet family needs.
- Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice, in order to safeguard clients in their home.
- Connected clients to pertinent resources that would enhance their safety and well-being.
Grief and Loss Trainer
Fresno County Department Of Social Services
01.2016 - 03.2016
- Researched Social Work related grief and loss concerns, in order to educate staff within In Home Supportive Services (IHSS).
- Created and implemented training for all IHSS Social Workers pertaining to types of grief that they may encounter in the field, as well as identifying ways to address these difficult situations.
- Created specialized handouts for all trainings that were directly correlated to Social Workers specific needs within the program.
MSW Clinical Intern
Mental Health Systems
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Performed Biopsychosocial assessments for inpatient clients with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, and that were transitioning to the community from correctional facilities under supervision of Licensed Clinical Social Worker to help guide treatment planning.
- Administered DSM-5 classifications to clients in order to provide Evidence Based Treatments with individual needs.
- Facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic processing groups to inpatient clients
- Provide suicide and self-harm assessments to at risk clientele
- Advocate for client’s needs within the community and link them to social supports
- Provide linkages for clients with the Department of Social Services.
- Counseled clients on life skills and coping mechanisms.
- Wrote notes, completed documentation for referrals and maintained case files.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
Social Worker
Fresno County Department Of Social Services
03.2013 - 02.2016
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Assess individuals who are elderly and/or disabled to receive help in their homes from Care Providers
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Counseled and advised clients to help resolve problems, acknowledge hardships, as well as understand and accomplish case plan goals.
- Managed approximately 330 disabled clients’ cases, to ensure timeliness of assessments and resources.
- Created referrals and linkages to outside programs for further assistance with clients’ needs.
- Consulted on intricate cases, to create an effective plan for services.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
Education
Masters of Social Work (MSW) - Mental Health
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA08.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
National University
Fresno, CA01.2012
Diploma - General Study With Advanced Placement Courses
Bullard High School
Fresno, CA06.2004
Skills
- Client Advocacy
- Cultural Competency
- Community Outreach
- Organization Linkage
- Case Management
- Individual Care Planning
- Multidisciplinary Team Planning
- Individual Therapy
- Support Group Therapy
- Program Development
Certification
- LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker, License #: 108769
Timeline
LCSW
PATH Mental Health Services
09.2022 - Current
Licensed Mental Health Clinician
Fresno County Department Of Behavioral Health
06.2022 - Current
Unlicensed Mental Health Clinician
Fresno County Department Of Behavioral Health
12.2019 - 06.2022
Team Lead
Fresno County Department Of Social Services
09.2017 - 02.2018
Unlicensed Mental Health Clinician, ASW
Laura Slagle, LMFT
04.2017 - 09.2017
CVRC Liaison for In Home Supportive Services
Fresno County Department Of Social Services
03.2017 - 12.2019
Social Work Supervisor
Fresno County Department Of Social Services
08.2016 - 12.2019
Social Work Practitioner
Fresno County Department Of Social Services
02.2016 - 08.2016
Grief and Loss Trainer
Fresno County Department Of Social Services
01.2016 - 03.2016
MSW Clinical Intern
Mental Health Systems
08.2014 - 08.2015
Social Worker
Fresno County Department Of Social Services
03.2013 - 02.2016
Masters of Social Work (MSW) - Mental Health
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
National University
Diploma - General Study With Advanced Placement Courses
Bullard High School
- LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker, License #: 108769
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