Conducted comprehensive and person-centered behavioral health assessments for individuals applying to or residing in skilled nursing facilities who are suspected of having a serious mental illness or intellectual disability
Utilized diagnostic criteria to confirm or rule out suspected behavioral health diagnoses
Assessed the individuals behavioral, functional, and medical needs to determine the most appropriate level of care and to recommend specialized services that are individually tailored
Medical Social Worker
Optum
12.2022 - 03.2024
Conducted comprehensive needs assessments to create patient-centered case management goals and utilized extensive knowledge of local and statewide resources to provide individualized supports
Assisted a diverse population of patients with connecting to appropriate behavioral health services utilizing knowledge of behavioral health conditions and treatments
Assisted patients and families in navigating the health care system and acted as liaison between patients, providers, and community agencies
Engaged in transitions of care management to ensure a safe discharge home utilizing knowledge of levels of care and home-based services
Health Coach
One Medical Seniors/Iora Primary Care
08.2021 - 10.2022
Partnered with a physician to develop and implement care plans for over 250+ patients with an emphasis on population health strategy, prevention, and chronic disease management
Facilitated the Health Coach Collaborative providing education and training on cognitive dysfunction to 30+ other Health Coaches
Provided short-term behavioral health services primarily focused on depression, anxiety, substance use, grief, and chronic pain while utilizing evidenced-based interventions such as ACT and CBT
Performed and interpreted cognitive assessments to determine and monitor cognitive function
Behavioral Health Intern
Iora Primary Care
08.2020 - 05.2021
Facilitated virtual 8-week COVID-19 Stress and Isolation for Older Adults support group
Educated and trained medical providers and clinic staff on current evidence-based behavioral health practice including trauma-informed care
Identified at-risk patients and worked collaboratively with patient care teams to assess patients and update treatment plans
Social Services Intern
Western Hills Health Care Center
08.2019 - 05.2020
Engaged in interdisciplinary meetings and care conferences regarding resident care planning and discharge planning
Actively participated in the psychotropic medication review committee and provided insights into resident mood and behaviors to ensure appropriate utilization of medication
Assisted the Social Services Director in investigating and resolving resident complaints
Implemented a Music and Memory program; a grant-funded program offering iPods with personalized playlists to residents to alleviate symptoms of dementia
Education
Master of Social Work -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO
05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO
05.2015
Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, CSW.09930081, 01/01/24, Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies