Katrina Shropshire
Cincinnati
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Licensed Independent Social Worker and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor with expertise in delivering compassionate care to individuals facing challenges related to substance use, mental health, and behavioral issues. Proven ability to thrive in diverse environments, effectively engaging clients from various social, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Committed to fostering resilience and promoting recovery through tailored therapeutic interventions and support.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Clinician (Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder)
MODERN PSYCHIATRY AND WELLNESS
08.2022 - 07.2025
- Developed, implemented, and revised individualized treatment plans, goals, and objectives for a caseload of 40-45 adult and adolescent clients with MH/SUD issues in outpatient services
- Conducted and documented Individual and Family Mental Health and SUD Sessions via telehealth and in-person for Adolescents and Adult clientele.
- Facilitated and documented MH groups (Mental Health Treatment Group and Trauma Group) and SUD IOP/PH LOC Groups via telehealth and in-person
- Conducted and diagnosed MH/Substance Use Disorder Assessments and made recommendations for adolescents and adults via telehealth and in-person, and provided referrals when necessary
- Completed Comprehensive Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessments (CANS)
- Performed crisis intervention and collaborated with client on safety planning when necessary
- Collaborated with outside sources including Probation/Parole officers, Children Service case workers, OhioRise/CareStar case workers, WRAP Around facilitation, and family/support individuals to assist with treatment goal planning and client's success in long-term recovery.
- Participated in a minimum of bi-weekly treatment meetings and consultations with peers, supervisors, and medical team for client collaboration
- Facilitated and documented Youth SUD IOP group in-person
Substance Use/ Mental Health Disorder Counselor
SUNRISE TREATMENT CENTER
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed, implemented, and revised individualized treatment plans and goals for a caseload of 35-40 MH/SUD clients in an OP/OTP program (predominately Suboxone)
- Conducted and documented Individual Mental Health and SUD Sessions
- Collaborated with outside sources including Probation, Children Services, Mental Health Providers, Primary Care Physicians to assist with treatment goal planning and client's success in recovery.
- Completed Substance Use Disorder Assessments and made recommendations for LOC and other referrals when necessary
Social Work Trainee
BECKETT SPRINGS (MSW Field Experience)
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Shadowed Dual Diagnosis Partial Hospitalization Program Group Sessions
- Shadowed Suicide/Crisis Risk Assessments and Safety Planning sessions
- Facilitated, Co-Facilitated, and Documented Dual Diagnosis Intensive Outpatient Group Sessions
- Developed and implemented Dual Diagnosis treatment goal planning
- Facilitated and Documented Substance Use Disorder Intensive Outpatient group sessions
- Under supervision, I practiced and had hands-on experience with the social work nine core competencies of the Council on Social Work Education
Substance Use Disorder Counselor
PREMIERE CARE OF OHIO/COMMUNITY MEDICAL SERVICES
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Developed, implemented, and revised individualized treatment plans and goals for a caseload of 65-80 clients in a NIOP/MAT program (predominately Methadone)
- Conducted and documented Individual and Family Sessions
- Collaborated with outside sources including Probation, Children Services, Mental Health Providers, Primary Care Physicians to assist with treatment goal planning and client's success in recovery.
- Completed Substance Use Disorder Assessments and made recommendations for LOC and other referrals when necessary
- Prenatal Specialist (7/2018-10/2020) monitored and educated clients on MAT and pregnancy and coordinated care with OBGYN services and social workers. After pregnancy, assisted clients with post-partum needs and interacted with Children Services workers if involved.
Social Work Trainee
NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM (MSW Field Experience)
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Completed and documented individual sessions with children and adolescents (ages 7-18)
- Shadowed assessment, intake, diagnostic process, and individual sessions of foster children and children in mental health program
- Co-facilitated and documented Adolescent Male Group
- Under supervision, I practiced and had hands-on experience with the social work nine core competencies of the Council on Social Work Education
Primary Counselor
STATE LINE TREATMENT SERVICES
08.2015 - 01.2018
- Developed, implemented, and revised individualized treatment plans and goals for a caseload of 30-40 clients in a NIOP/MAT program
- Conducted and documented Working Group Sessions, Group therapy sessions, CBT Social Skills Role Play Sessions, Skill Building sessions, and Education based sessions
- Conducted and documented Individual and Family Sessions
- Collaborated with outside sources including Probation, Children Services, Mental Health Providers, Primary Care Physicians to assist with treatment goal planning and client's success in recovery
- Completed Substance Use Disorder Assessments and make recommendations for LOC and other referrals when necessary
- Participated in weekly treatment meetings and consultations, make referrals when necessary
Primary Counselor
NORTHLAND ADDICTION TREATMENT CENTER
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Developed, implemented, and revised individualized treatment plans and goals for 20-25 clients in the IOP program.
- Conducted and documented Working Group Sessions, Group therapy sessions, CBT Social Skills Role Play Sessions, Skill Building sessions, and Education based sessions
- Assisted with facilitating and documenting Suboxone Education Group for new clients in IOP/MAT
- Conducted and documented Individual Sessions
- Performed crisis intervention when necessary
- Participated in weekly treatment meetings and consultations, make referrals when necessary
Primary Counselor
SOJOURNER RECOVERY SERVICES
08.2002 - 05.2015
- Adolescent Outpatient (8/2002-6/2005), Adolescent Residential (6/2005-2/2008), Adolescent IOP/OP (2/2008-5/2015)
- Developed, implemented, and revised individualized treatment plans and goals for appropriate caseload at each LOC
- Conducted and documented 7 Challenge Working Group Sessions, Group therapy sessions, CBT Social Skills Role Play Sessions, Skill Building sessions, and Education based sessions with the Adolescent population
- Conducted and documented Aftercare Group for adolescent clients in the OP program.
- Conducted and documented Individual and Family Sessions
- Conducted and documented Family Education Groups for family members
- Conducted and documented Group Therapy sessions, Skill Building sessions, and Seeking Safety group sessions when assisting Women IOP and Women Residential treatment locations
- Collaborated with outside sources including Probation, Children Services, Mental Health Providers, Primary Care Physicians, and WRAP Around teams with treatment goal planning and client's success in recovery
- Connected with community services to meet the needs of clients and parents (i.e., attend court to advocate for the client, meet with the client at school for individual sessions, participate in WRAP sessions with other providers)
- Contacted legal guardians and referral sources with client status updates (Adolescent clients)
- Completed intakes on new admissions or transfers into the program
- Completed Substance Use Disorder Assessments for all populations and make recommendations for LOC and other referrals when necessary
- Trained new hires and interns that come through the adolescent OP/IOP program
- Participated in weekly treatment meetings and consultations, make referrals when necessary
- Collaborated with coworkers for supervision of clients as well as problem-solving regarding any issues that may have happened throughout 2nd and 3rd shifts (Residential only)
Education
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK IN ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICE -
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNBACHELOR OF SCIENCE - REHABILITATION SERVICES (MAJOR), PSYCHOLOGY (MINOR)
Wright State University
Dayton, OHSkills
- Proficient in the 12 core functions of counseling
- Complete documentation in compliance with the agency and state board standards
- Trained in Crisis intervention and Cognitive Behavioral interventions
- Working knowledge of the Twelve-Step program
- Working knowledge of the DSM-5-TR
- Adhere to HIPAA policies and federal standards regarding confidentiality
- Effective interpersonal communication skills
- Effective Problem-Solving Skills
- Client-focused
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
Awards
Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) (November 2024- current), Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC) (January 2022- current), Completed 30 hours of PGNO Gambling Disorder Series with pending Preliminary Gambling Endorsement, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional-Level 2 (7/2025- current), Ohio Comprehensive Certified Trained (CANS assessor) (11/2022-current), Alcohol & Drug Counselor Reciprocal Certificate (ADC) (September 2007-current), First Aid and CPR certificated, 7 Challenge Curriculum Trained (2003-2015)
Timeline
Behavioral Health Clinician (Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder)
MODERN PSYCHIATRY AND WELLNESS
08.2022 - 07.2025
Substance Use/ Mental Health Disorder Counselor
SUNRISE TREATMENT CENTER
08.2021 - 06.2022
Social Work Trainee
BECKETT SPRINGS (MSW Field Experience)
06.2021 - 11.2021
Social Work Trainee
NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM (MSW Field Experience)
08.2019 - 02.2020
Substance Use Disorder Counselor
PREMIERE CARE OF OHIO/COMMUNITY MEDICAL SERVICES
07.2018 - 07.2021
Primary Counselor
STATE LINE TREATMENT SERVICES
08.2015 - 01.2018
Primary Counselor
NORTHLAND ADDICTION TREATMENT CENTER
06.2015 - 08.2015
Primary Counselor
SOJOURNER RECOVERY SERVICES
08.2002 - 05.2015
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - REHABILITATION SERVICES (MAJOR), PSYCHOLOGY (MINOR)
Wright State University
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK IN ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICE -
Walden University
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