LCSW with years of expertise in individual counseling, group facilitation, education, and program management. Plan effective interventions and treatment strategies based on assessments and healthcare collaboration. Experienced in crisis intervention and support focused on using social work knowledge and background in healthcare-related settings to support patients and clients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
NOCD
04.2024 - Current
Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
Reduced client symptoms of OCD, anxiety, and depression with Exposure response prevention.
Facilitated family therapy sessions to support communication, boundary setting, and healthy relationships among family members affected by OCD.
Implemented behavioral modification techniques for clients struggling with unhealthy patterns of behavior or thought processes contributing to their mental health challenges.
LCSW - Liaison - Educator
Mission Health CarePartners Home Health and Hospice
08.2019 - Current
Take an active role and provide interventions in the patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns
Partnered with physicians, social workers, therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and document all patient interactions and interventions as a case manager for 80 patients
Educated patients and loved ones about different treatment options and outside care approaches, reducing the burden related to death and dying
Helped patients receive appropriate, high-quality care with reasonable results
Conducted clinical assessments on patients to identify appropriate services
Helped to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient
Adjusted treatment plans to incorporate additional services after evaluating patient progress
Observed HIPAA regulations to maintain patient data confidentiality at all times
Addressed crisis situations with one-on-one support and by advocating for additional resources
Referred patients to community resources to assist in recovery from mental or physical illness and to provide access to services
Determined clients' needs via direct assessments and collaboration with medical professionals
Managed efficient and successful transitions from care facilities to step-down environments and at-home care
Delivered exceptional customer service to bolster strong relationships and build positive experiences.
Clinical Therapist
Family Preservation
01.2020 - 06.2023
Conduct Comprehensive clinical assessments.
Provided counseling and interventions for substance use programs and clients
Making recommendations and referrals through providing diagnostic assessments, therapy, counseling, and support services for a diverse caseload, including adults, adolescents, and families experiencing mental health issues, communication challenges, or family conflicts
Conducted multiple outpatient group therapy sessions for up to 13 clients in each group
Employed case histories, observations, and [Type] assessments to amass information on clients
Consulted diverse reference materials to make accurate diagnoses, including manuals, journals, and textbooks
Kept current knowledge of new research and findings by reading literature and reports
Kept detailed files on clients and wrote reports for supervising professionals
Conducted counseling sessions and educational programs to community members
Created and implemented personalized treatment plans for clients
Responded to emergency and crisis situations calmly, rationally and in accordance with agency policy and procedures
Safeguarded client confidentiality in alignment with agency policies and federal regulations.
Home Health Case Manager
Home Health Care, Inc
06.2011 - 08.2019
Partner with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans
Document all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
Communicate inter-professional teamwork to have diverse knowledge, skills, and talents through collaboration to achieve a common goal
Supervised 25 employees to ensure that patients' needs were being met and quality services were provided
Completed weekly payroll for employees
Provided leadership and guidance for employees and patients.
Community Resources Coordinator
Council on Aging
12.2014 - 12.2018
Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate the public on available services
Worked with senior case managers to coordinate team development activities and training within the community
Educated families and community members about a variety of aging issues (Alzheimer's, Dementia, Poverty, and Resource Availability)
Case-managed clients and services needed within the community to increase their self-determination and independence
Provided intervention and implemented multiple services through the organization to reduce food insecurities and daily struggles
Delivered exceptional program support by recruiting, training, and overseeing exceptional staff team
Maintained compliance by preparing accurate statements for governing agencies
Helped staff and managers interpret program-related local, state and federal regulations
Increased outreach, consistently bringing in new program members and growing funding
Updated program activities and targets based on expected [Type] population needs
Aligned operations with objectives set by senior management and board of directors
Prepared and maintained budgets, personnel records and training manuals
Boosted team performance through close monitoring and mentoring
Helped office personnel with errands, paperwork and data entry
Delivered fast and friendly service to handle questions and service complaints
Listened to customer requests and specifications and made suggestions to appropriately fulfill needs
Delivered exceptional customer service to bolster strong relationships and build positive experiences
Planned and executed strategies to increase business and drive profit growth
Performed manual labor tasks to detailed instructions from supervisors
Collaborated positively with peers and other staff members to maintain friendly, supportive and cooperative work atmosphere.
Education
Doctor of Social Work - Social Work
Simmons University
Boston, MA
08.2023
Master of Science in Social Work - Social Work / Gerontology
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
08.2019
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Mars Hill University
Mars Hill, NC
05.2018
Skills
Individual Counseling
Relapse Prevention
Child and Adolescent Therapy
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Treatment
Depression Treatment
Personality Disorder Treatment
Research and Evaluation
Anxiety Management
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Treatment
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
NOCD
04.2024 - Current
Clinical Therapist
Family Preservation
01.2020 - 06.2023
LCSW - Liaison - Educator
Mission Health CarePartners Home Health and Hospice
08.2019 - Current
Community Resources Coordinator
Council on Aging
12.2014 - 12.2018
Home Health Case Manager
Home Health Care, Inc
06.2011 - 08.2019
Doctor of Social Work - Social Work
Simmons University
Master of Science in Social Work - Social Work / Gerontology
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Mars Hill University
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