Kate Howard
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families in school-based, outpatient, and residential behavioral health settings. Experienced in behavior intervention, crisis prevention, social-emotional support, case management, and collaborating with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote positive behavioral and academic outcomes. Passionate about building trusting relationships with students and helping them develop the skills needed to succeed in school and everyday life.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Mental Health Professional
RPI Behavioral Health
Little Rock, AR
09.2025 - 04.2026
- Delivered individual, family, and group therapy for children and adolescents in school and outpatient settings, fostering emotional resilience and coping skills.
- Collaborated with teachers, school staff, psychiatrists, and case managers to coordinate comprehensive behavioral health services.
- Developed psychosocial assessments and individualized treatment plans.
- Supported students experiencing behavioral and emotional challenges through evidence-based interventions.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation and coordinated ongoing case management services to ensure continuity of care.
Social Worker/Case Manager
World Services for the Blind
Little Rock, AR
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Delivered behavioral and emotional support to individuals navigating vision loss and life transitions, fostering resilience and adaptation.
- Coordinated services with healthcare providers, vocational counselors, and community agencies.
- Coordinated comprehensive services with healthcare providers, vocational counselors, and community agencies to ensure holistic support for clients.
- Oversaw client documentation, treatment planning, and progress reporting to maintain accurate records and facilitate effective service delivery.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support to individuals adjusting to vision loss and other life transitions.
Clinical Mental Health Therapist
Alleviant Integrated Mental Health
Little Rock, AR
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Managed a diverse outpatient caseload of children, adolescents, and adults, ensuring tailored therapeutic interventions.
- Provided individual, family, and group counseling services to support client mental health and foster resilience.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Coordinated with psychiatrists and interdisciplinary teams to enhance client treatment outcomes and continuity of care.
- Completed accurate documentation in accordance with Medicaid and agency standards.
Outpatient Administrator / Clinical Director
Methodist Family Health
Little Rock, AR
07.2017 - 04.2023
- Supervised outpatient behavioral health services for children and families across multiple locations, enhancing service delivery and support.
- Supported therapists and case managers through targeted training, consultation, and clinical supervision, strengthening team capabilities.
- Ensured compliance with Joint Commission standards and state behavioral health regulations.
- Collaborated with schools, families, and community agencies to expand access to behavioral health services, fostering community partnerships.
- Collaborated with schools, families, and community agencies to improve access to behavioral health services.
Clinical Director – Therapeutic Day Treatment
Methodist Family Health
Little Rock, AR
09.2014 - 07.2017
- Directed school-based behavioral health programs addressing emotional and behavioral needs of children.
- Led multidisciplinary teams, ensuring high standards of treatment quality.
- Supported individuals during crisis situations and behavioral support planning.
- Collaborated with educators and families to enhance student outcomes.
Clinical Lead / Clinical Mental Health Professional
STRIVE – UAMS
North Little Rock, AR
05.2008 - 08.2014
- Delivered behavioral health services to children and adolescents in school-based settings, enhancing their emotional well-being.
- Delivered crisis intervention and behavior management services.
- Collaborated with teachers, families, psychiatrists, and community providers.
- Executed crisis intervention and behavior management services, ensuring safety and stability for at-risk youth.
- Coordinated case management and maintained comprehensive clinical documentation to support continuity of care.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
01-2008
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work - undefined
University of Arkansas
01-2004
Skills
- Behavior Intervention & Support
- Child & Adolescent Mental Health
- Crisis Prevention & De-escalation
- Classroom & School-Based Support
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Positive Behavior Support
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Case Management
- Individual, Family & Group Counseling
- Behavior Documentation
- Treatment Planning
- Collaboration with Teachers & Families
- Conflict Resolution
- Cultural Competence
- Team Collaboration
- Communication & Relationship Building
Accomplishments
- Awarded and managed more than $3 million in federal and state behavioral health grant funding.
- Completed UAMS Leadership Essentials Program.
- Selected to complete advanced Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) training through UAMS.
- Extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and families in school-based behavioral health settings.
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Arkansas License #2539-C
- ADHD Clinical Services Provider (In Progress)
Timeline
Clinical Mental Health Professional
RPI Behavioral Health
09.2025 - 04.2026
Social Worker/Case Manager
World Services for the Blind
08.2024 - 07.2025
Clinical Mental Health Therapist
Alleviant Integrated Mental Health
05.2023 - 02.2024
Outpatient Administrator / Clinical Director
Methodist Family Health
07.2017 - 04.2023
Clinical Director – Therapeutic Day Treatment
Methodist Family Health
09.2014 - 07.2017
Clinical Lead / Clinical Mental Health Professional
STRIVE – UAMS
05.2008 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work - undefined
University of Arkansas
Master of Social Work -
University of Arkansas at Little Rock