Kayla Shepard, LMSW
Potosi,MO
Summary
Clinical social work professional focused on supporting patients and clients through assessment, intervention planning, discharge coordination, and crisis response. Brings experience connecting individuals to resources, documenting care in electronic health records, and facilitating groups that support recovery, behavior change, and stability.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Master Social Worker
BJC Healthcare
Farmington, MO
05.2026 - Current
- Facilitated discharge planning with BJC Healthcare care teams and case managers to ensure smooth transitions for patients.
- Linked patients to community resources, housing support, and behavioral health services to enhance their overall well-being.
- Performed psychosocial assessments for BJC Healthcare patients and families to identify needs and inform care planning.
- Recorded interventions in electronic health records to meet BJC Healthcare compliance.
Clinical Caseworker
SMMHC
01.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented individual treatment plans for clients, based on their specific needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions which focused on issues such as anger management, substance abuse and relapse prevention.
- Monitored progress of clients through regular meetings and maintained accurate records.
- Provided psychoeducation regarding mental health diagnoses and medications used to treat them.
Community Support Specialist
Compass Health Network
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Responded to crisis situations with calm support and effective referral guidance, helping clients navigate urgent needs.
- Coordinated client referrals with internal teams and external providers, ensuring clients received timely support.
- Scheduled appointments and followed up on treatment and service connections.
- Transported clients to job interviews, medical appointments, and mental health visits, facilitating access to essential services.
- Assisted with intake interviews and gathered needed information for service plans.
- Documented client interactions in electronic health records and case notes.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Missouri Baptist University
St Louis, MO04-2026
Bachelor's - Criminal Justice
Central Methodist University
01-2015
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Organization
- Time Management
- Dependability
- Teamwork
- Integrity
- Fairness
Timeline
Licensed Master Social Worker
BJC Healthcare
05.2026 - Current
Clinical Caseworker
SMMHC
01.2025 - Current
Community Support Specialist
Compass Health Network
01.2024 - 01.2025
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Missouri Baptist University
Bachelor's - Criminal Justice
Central Methodist University