Kiersten Fischer
Gresham,WI
Summary
Dedicated social worker with two years of experience in providing exceptional mental health care and support to diverse populations. Skilled in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, crisis intervention, and advocating for clients' needs. Adept at fostering strong therapeutic relationships, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and navigating complex systems to enhance client well-being. Committed to continuing education and professional growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Intervention Services Coordinator/Clinical Case Manager
Menominee County Human Services
02.2022 - Current
- Provided direct emergency crisis services for clients when on call.
- Took crisis calls, provided face-to-face interventions, and assisted with assessment of agency intake services and short-term counseling services.
- Coordinated, monitored, and authorized inpatient, stabilization crisis respite, diversion placements, and Chapter 51, 55, and 880 court orders.
- Provided case management and made decisions concerning outcomes and client treatment/service plans based on clinical assessment, discussions with other professionals, and resources available.
- Created and oversaw crisis plans. Processed all mental health and AODA court services including emergency detentions, commitments, protective services, placements, and guardianships.
- Assisted in budgeting process for assigned programs, responsible for expenditures, revenues, and contracts.
- Provided assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, case management, crisis intervention, and community resource development for adult and juvenile clients including guardianship and adult protective services.
- Clinical responsibilities included intake and emergency detention assessments and court appearances, commitments, settlement agreements and monitoring of these, guardianships and protective placements, and referrals to other services appropriate to the client.
- Shared on-call crisis coverage on a staff rotation schedule and participated on the crisis mobile team.
Waitress/Bartender/Cook
Captain's Cove Resort
05.2012 - 01.2023
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple tables simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink and food orders.
Behavior Technician
Milestone's Behavioral Pediatrics
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Assisted clients in identifying and setting goals to promote positive behavior development.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
Education
Master of Social Work - Clinical Mental Health
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI12.2021
Skills
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Behavioral Health Interventions
- Clinical assessment
- Psychoeducation
- Psychosocial Rehabilitation
- Crisis Intervention
- Case Management
- Treatment Planning
- Confidentiality and Privacy
- Clinical Documentation
- Professional boundaries
- Client Engagement
Timeline
Intervention Services Coordinator/Clinical Case Manager
Menominee County Human Services
02.2022 - Current
Behavior Technician
Milestone's Behavioral Pediatrics
02.2019 - 08.2019
Waitress/Bartender/Cook
Captain's Cove Resort
05.2012 - 01.2023
Master of Social Work - Clinical Mental Health
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
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