Kimberly Watt
2479 Ivy Creek Ford, York,SC
Summary
Dedicated & empathetic LMSW with strong communication and active listening skills with a cultural humility framework. Experience working with youth, teens, young adult, women, men and people who identify as LBGTQ+IA.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapist
Thrive Family Counseling Center
Clover , SC
2023.09 - Current
- Utilized empathy and active listening to build relationships with clients.
- Promoted client awareness and growth with therapeutic interventions.
- Maintained clinical documentation of goals and progress.
- Built therapeutic relationships with clients to facilitate growth and healing.
- Helped clients set goals and make action plans, reviewing results on monthly basis.
- Created safe space for clients to experience therapeutic growth.
- Performed therapy sessions with well-coordinated and safety-oriented approach.
- Conducted intake sessions with up to 8 clients per week, documenting medical history and medications.
- Met with supervisor weekly to discuss cases and brainstorm new strategies.
- Supported clients in building self-awareness by promoting appropriate activities.
- Interviewed individuals to conduct assessments to identify specific needs.
- Developed strong expertise and knowledge through participation in seminars and workshops.
Small Business Owner
Bruster's Real Ice Cream
Matthews , NC
2021.09 - Current
- Supervised employees and provided onsite training and continuing education to staff.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Leveraged social media websites to promote services and gauge customer needs and preferences.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Forecasted sales, allocated resources and managed labor to improve productivity metrics by 20%.
- Provided leadership to 30 employees through coaching, feedback and performance management.
School Social Work Intern
Clover High School
Clover , SC
2021.09 - 2022.04
- Observed therapy delivery, noting treatment models and techniques.
- Complied with HIPAA and confidentiality regulations when communicating with client family members, colleagues and external contacts.
- Supported social worker with client case management services.
- Assisted staff with rural communities and underserved populations outreach.
- Used safety and risk assessments, employing related policies and procedures.
- Helped social worker with teaching clients appropriate conduct using behavior modification and stress management techniques.
- Collaborated with community agencies to offer clients additional support.
- Guided clients completing financial assistance applications and respite care applications.
- Conducted research and drafted documents or presentations for special projects.
- Attended meetings, training, conferences and seminars to advance professional knowledge.
- Joined IEP meetings to observe plan development and goal establishment.
- Identified age and need-appropriate mental health services.
Certified Life Coach/Professional Speaker
Self-employed
York , SC
2017.01 - 2020.01
- Helped clients identify goals, obstacles and strategies for attaining greater fulfillment.
- Assisted clients in navigating crisis and traumatic and difficult situations and provided methods to improve familial and professional relationships.
- Empowered clients to tackle challenging situations with better and more diverse coping skills.
- Led group sessions and encouraged discussion to improve results for individuals.
Education
Masters in Social Work - Social Work
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ06.2023
Certified Life Coach - Certified Solution Focused Coach
Universal Coaching Institute
Online Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Michigan - Dearborn
Dearborn, MISkills
- Cultural Competency
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Patient-Centered Care
- Problem Resolution
- Supervision & Leadership
- Active Listening
- Good Work Ethic
- Coaching Proficiency
- Emotional Awareness
- Relationship Building
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Therapist
Thrive Family Counseling Center
2023.09 - Current
Small Business Owner
Bruster's Real Ice Cream
2021.09 - Current
School Social Work Intern
Clover High School
2021.09 - 2022.04
Certified Life Coach/Professional Speaker
Self-employed
2017.01 - 2020.01
Masters in Social Work - Social Work
Arizona State University
Certified Life Coach - Certified Solution Focused Coach
Universal Coaching Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Michigan - Dearborn
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