Katelynn Phillips
Command Career Counselor
Bremerton,WA
Summary
Dedicated Social Work Intern well-versed at liaising with clients to foster access to community resources, treatment and assistance programs. Strong background in supporting client treatment plans. Compassionate and driven with unfailing work ethic and passion for helping others.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Social Work Intern
Support The Enlisted Project
01.2024 - Current
- Supported service member families in addressing financial challenges through education, resource connection, and skills training workshops.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate interventions.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to address diverse client needs including mental health, behavior changes, and budget counseling.
- Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing individualized financial plans.
Command Career Counselor
United States Navy, USN
12.2021 - Current
- Served as a liaison between sailors and various support agencies, facilitating access to resources like financial assistance, educational opportunities, and mental health services.
- Facilitated successful reenlistments by offering accurate information on incentives, bonuses, and special-duty assignments.
- Promoted a positive command climate by addressing concerns related to career progression, assignment preferences, and evaluation processes.
- Evaluated the command's career development program regularly, implementing improvements to better align with changing organizational needs.
Social Work Intern
Dreams Of Hope Foundation
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided crisis intervention services to ensure the safety of clients experiencing mental health or substance use emergencies.
- Organized community outreach events to raise awareness about available social work services and promote positive public relations efforts.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering supportive environments for open communication and personal growth.
- Managed caseload efficiently, prioritizing tasks and maintaining timely communication with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Aurora University
Aurora 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Troy University
Troy, AL 05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI 05.2001 -
Skills
- Case records management
- Referrals and networking
- Database Management
- Client Advocacy
- Research expertise
- Life Skills Development
- Behavioral plan management
- Treatment plan guidance
Affiliations
- Gamma Eta Alpha Military Sorority
- Lions Club
- American Red Cross
- SALUTE Veterans National Honor Society
- Celebrate Recovery Leader
Certification
Certified ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) Trainer, LivingWorks - 6 years
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Support The Enlisted Project
01.2024 - Current
Command Career Counselor
United States Navy, USN
12.2021 - Current
Social Work Intern
Dreams Of Hope Foundation
12.2020 - 05.2021
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Aurora University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Troy University
05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Grand Rapids Community College
05.2001 -
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