Kendra Horne
Louisburg,NC
Summary
Licensed Clinical Social Worker proactively advocates for clients. Continuously facilitates open communication and provides excellent therapy referrals. Abides by standards of professional ethics and functions on interdisciplinary treatment team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Outpatient Therapist
Pride In North Carolina
Goldsboro, NC
04.2022 - Current
- Developed treatment plans and goals in collaboration with clients and other providers.
- Provided individual, group, and family therapy to clients with a variety of mental health diagnoses.
- Maintained accurate client records according to agency policies and procedures.
- Made referrals for additional services such as psychiatric evaluation or medication management when necessary.
- Utilized evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in the delivery of therapeutic services.
- Educated clients about their diagnosis and available treatments options in order to promote self-advocacy skills.
- Assisted clients with developing problem solving skills through role playing activities.
- Assisted individuals with stress management, self-esteem and issues associated with emotional and mental health.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
Behavioral Health Specialist
Granville Medical Center
Oxford, NC
07.2019 - 04.2023
- Provided direct patient care in a behavioral health setting, including assessment and treatment of mental health issues.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for individuals with mental health problems.
- Monitored client progress through regular assessments and documented changes in behavior or symptoms.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute distress due to mental illness or trauma.
- Educated patients on healthy lifestyle choices that can improve physical and mental wellbeing.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions, including documentation of progress notes, evaluations, diagnoses, treatments, referrals.
- Advised families on how to best support their loved ones struggling with mental illness.
- Provided case management services to clients with mental health and substance abuse issues.
- Evaluated client needs, developed treatment plans, and monitored progress towards goals.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources and coordinated care among providers.
- Conducted assessment interviews with clients and family members to gather information on social history, current functioning, and service needs.
- Provided comprehensive discharge planning services to patients and families.
- Facilitated communication between hospital departments to ensure timely discharge of patients.
- Assisted with the coordination of post-discharge services such as home health care and follow-up appointments.
Intensive In-Home Therapist
Youth Villages
Louisburg, NC
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Provided individual and family therapy to clients in their homes.
- Developed behavior management plans for children with behavioral issues.
- Conducted assessments of clients' needs and developed treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with other professionals, such as psychiatrists, social workers and school personnel to ensure comprehensive care for each client.
- Educated parents about the importance of positive reinforcement methods in managing their children's behaviors.
- Monitored progress by observing interactions between family members, reviewing records and interviewing clients and families.
- Assisted clients in developing coping strategies to manage mental health symptoms.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all services provided according to agency standards.
- Advised guardians on how to best support their child's emotional development through appropriate interventions.
- Promoted healthy relationships among family members by teaching conflict resolution skills.
- Supported clients in identifying community resources that could benefit them or provide additional support during difficult times.
- Encouraged clients to develop problem-solving skills to address challenges they may face.
- Participated in weekly team meetings with other therapists to discuss cases and receive feedback from supervisors.
- Attended trainings related to evidence-based practices used in intensive home-based therapy.
Education
Master of Social Work -
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC05-2018
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK -
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC05-2016
Skills
- Individual Therapy
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Therapeutic Plans
- Creating Treatment Plans
- Treatment Planning Assistance
- Identifying Client Goals
- Patient Documentation
- Client Confidentiality
- Case Management
- Interventions
- Case Documentation
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Grief counseling
- TF-CBT certified
Accomplishments
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker- License number- C014559
- HRSA Scholar
- HRSA Loan Repayment Award Recipient August 20, 2023-August 20 2025
Timeline
Outpatient Therapist
Pride In North Carolina
04.2022 - Current
Behavioral Health Specialist
Granville Medical Center
07.2019 - 04.2023
Intensive In-Home Therapist
Youth Villages
06.2018 - 07.2019
Master of Social Work -
North Carolina State University
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK -
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
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