Julie Donald
Portland,OR
Summary
Experienced Mental Health Clinician excited to transition into a new position as part of a clinical team serving the mental health community. Skilled in Mental Health Assessments and DSM-5 diagnosis, provided therapy for and managed case load of 70 plus clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Care Coordinator
Sequoia Mental Health Services
Aloha , OR
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducted new and yearly, person centered, strength based mental health assessments, mental health exams to determine medical necessity and DSM-5 diagnosis including a treatment plan. Collaborated with social service agencies, community partners, naturally occurring resources to ensure that individual treatment goals are met. Provided individual, family therapy, and psycho-education, strength based care management and skills training services consistent with the individual's treatment plan. Documented individuals' changes in behavior, symptoms, and functioning. Facilitating appointments with medical and psychiatric providers as needed to ensure safety. Provided crisis prevention and intervention services via 24/7 phone support.
Volunteer Advocate
CASA
Hillsboro, OR
01.2016 - 04.2019
- Volunteer advocate trained and appointed by the court. Committed to ensuring each child's needs remain a priority. CASAs are given unprecedented authority to investigate the conditions a child is facing. CASAs consider what is best for the child, investigate facts of the case and accurately communicate the child's conditions to the judge in a court report. They work to make the child's experience in the court system as safe, efficient and quick as possible.
Child and Family Therapist
Morrison Child & Family Services
Beaverton, OR
07.2005 - 05.2006
- Performed psychosocial assessments and DSM-IV diagnoses for new clients. Provided continued support and ongoing strengths based and cognitive behavioral therapy to individuals and their families. Developed and maintained individualized treatment plans. Met with clients to monitor goals, and make appropriate referrals to community resources. Actively participated in individual and group supervision.
Masters of Social Work
Internships
Portland, OR
09.2003 - 06.2005
- Completed intakes, psychosocial assessments and DSM-IV diagnoses for new clients at outpatient mental health agency. Provided ongoing strengths based and solution focused individual and family therapy.
- Provided mental health counseling to youth in the criminal justice system. Utilized the Global Assessment of Individual Needs (GAIN).
- Participated in group sessions on accountability, barriers and social skills for juvenile sex offenders. Managed highly intensive case, tracking treatment and goals.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA06.1995
Skills
- Experience conducting Mental Health Assessments and DSM-5 diagnosis including a treatment plan and completing timely clinical documentation
- Experience with Credible Behavioral Health records system
- Utilizes Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Strength Based and Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Systems Theory
Timeline
Clinical Care Coordinator
Sequoia Mental Health Services
03.2021 - 06.2022
Volunteer Advocate
CASA
01.2016 - 04.2019
Child and Family Therapist
Morrison Child & Family Services
07.2005 - 05.2006
Masters of Social Work
Internships
09.2003 - 06.2005
Master of Science - Social Work
Portland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Humboldt State University
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