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Karen Gardner

Brewer,ME

Summary

Dynamic Clinical Director with a proven track record at Wellspring Inc, excelling in clinical protocol development and regulatory compliance. Expert in interdisciplinary team coordination and patient care management, enhancing service quality and operational efficiency. Recognized for building high-performing teams and implementing innovative treatment plans that significantly improve patient outcomes.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Director of Outpatient Services

Wellspring Inc
Bangor, Me
07.2024 - Current
  • Developed clinical protocols to enhance patient care standards.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient treatment plans.
  • Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
  • Managed patient case reviews to ensure quality care delivery.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
  • Evaluated new clinical tools and systems for operational efficiency.
  • Oversaw daily clinic operations to maintain workflow and service quality.
  • Improve policies and procedures through development, implementation, revision and evaluation of new protocols.
  • Recruited individuals bringing talent, well-developed skills sets and passion for helping others, effectively building exceptionally gifted team of personnel.

Clinical Supervisor

PCHC- Unlimited Clubhouse Solutions
Bangor, Me
03.2019 - Current
  • Enhance team collaboration through regular staff meetings, case conferences, and training sessions.
  • Streamlined documentation processes, reducing administration workload for employees and improving efficiency

Psychotherapist

PCHC
Bangor, ME
10.2018 - 06.2025
  • Conducted individual therapy sessions addressing diverse mental health issues.
  • Developed treatment plans based on client assessments and therapeutic goals.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to enhance client coping strategies.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care.
  • Documented client progress and treatment adjustments in electronic health records.

Care Management Coordinator

PCHC
Bangor , Me
01.2013 - 10.2018
  • Facilitated communication between multidisciplinary teams for patient support.
  • Managed patient intake and assessment processes for care services.
  • Developed educational materials for patients on care management programs.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans as needed.
  • Organized community outreach programs to promote health resources.
  • Trained new staff on care coordination procedures and protocols.
  • Documented patient interactions in electronic health record systems efficiently.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases involving multiple stakeholders.
  • Strengthened and aligned daily operations with patient needs based on collected feedback and continuous improvement plans.

Education

Master of Science - Social Work

University of Maine
Orono, ME
05-2018

Skills

  • Clinical protocol development
  • Regulatory compliance monitoring
  • Electronic health record management
  • Treatment plan formulation
  • Interdisciplinary team coordination
  • Patient care management

Certification

  • LCSW- license number LC20181- renewal due 6/2027
  • CCS- license number CCS8929- renewal due 10/2025

Timeline

Clinical Director of Outpatient Services

Wellspring Inc
07.2024 - Current

Clinical Supervisor

PCHC- Unlimited Clubhouse Solutions
03.2019 - Current

Psychotherapist

PCHC
10.2018 - 06.2025

Care Management Coordinator

PCHC
01.2013 - 10.2018

Master of Science - Social Work

University of Maine

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