Kevin Smith
Price,UT
Summary
Compassionate Crisis Worker and Case Manager with comprehensive knowledge of social service programs and community resources. Skilled at identifying needs and developing effective plans of action to provide intervention and assistance. Possesses strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Experienced working with youth in crisis situations.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Case Manager
Four Corners Community Behavioral Health
Price, Utah
06.2012 - Current
- Developed comprehensive assessments to identify client needs, strengths, and barriers to progress.
- Served as a liaison between clients and external organizations like mental health treatment centers, housing resources, law enforcement agencies and government assistance agencies
- Established rapport with clients by actively listening, demonstrating empathy, and building trust.
- Participated in team meetings to facilitate cooperation between agencies and create plans with clients.
- Worked as part of Youth Empowered to succeed grant team. This included crisis response, mentoring, goal planning and family interactions.
Forensic Scientist
Utah Bureau Of Forensic Services
Salt Lake City, UT
06.1983 - 09.2008
- Carried out laboratory examinations and analysis submitted by law enforcement and examiners.
- Attended and examined crime scenes
- Sifted and sorted through evidence and recorded findings.
- Carried out tests using scientific techniques and processes.
- Interacted with law enforcement and legal agencies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Utah State University
Price, UT05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR06.1982
Skills
- Professional boundaries
- Client Advocacy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Self-care strategies
- Diversity awareness
- Assessment and Evaluation
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Relationship building in crisis situation
Timeline
Crisis Case Manager
Four Corners Community Behavioral Health
06.2012 - Current
Forensic Scientist
Utah Bureau Of Forensic Services
06.1983 - 09.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Utah State University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Oregon State University