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Kiah Sartain

Hubbard

Summary

LPC with experience in outpatient mental health settings providing evidence-based assessments, treatment planning, and care coordination. Skilled in evaluating medical necessity, documenting clinical justification, and supporting effective discharge and aftercare planning. Passionate about improving access and quality of behavioral healthcare through structured, collaborative approaches. Strong understanding of Medicaid and managed care systems. EMDR trained and trauma-informed. Seeking to transition into a Utilization Review Clinician role to leverage clinical skills in a remote, quality-focused environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Professional Counselor

Insight Clinical Counseling & Wellness
08.2023 - Current
  • Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments to determine diagnoses and treatment needs across populations
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical best practices and insurance guidelines
  • Maintain timely, accurate documentation using HER; ensure alignment with medical necessity standards
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and monitor client progress toward outcomes
  • Participate in internal case reviews and support quality assurance efforts

Youth Advocate

Youngstown City School District
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Provided direct crisis intervention and behavioral support to students facing mental health and social-emotional challenges
  • Conducted risk assessments and referred students to appropriate behavioral health services
  • Maintained detailed documentation and case reported in alignment with confidentiality and district guidelines
  • Collaborated with teachers, families, and service providers to develop holistic care strategies

Legal Assistant

Bartlett Law Firm
08.2018 - 07.2021
  • Prepared legal documents, met with clients, and worked closely with attorneys, clerks, and judges to handle legal matters
  • Maintained scheduling for clients, courts, and attorneys
  • Domestic Relations Experience with former Court of Appeals Judge.

Education

Master of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH
08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Malone University
Canton, OH
05.2020

Skills

  • Clinical Documentation & HER
  • Treatment Planning & Medical Necessity
  • Prior Authorization Review
  • Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention
  • Utilization Review (UR) Foundations
  • LOCUS, DSM-5, ASAM
  • Medicaid MCO Processes

Certification

  • EMDR Trained & Certified
  • Exposure Response and Prevention Trained

Timeline

Licensed Professional Counselor

Insight Clinical Counseling & Wellness
08.2023 - Current

Youth Advocate

Youngstown City School District
07.2021 - 08.2022

Legal Assistant

Bartlett Law Firm
08.2018 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Malone University

Master of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Youngstown State University