Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in holistic assessments, treatment planning, evidence based interventions, safety and overall wellbeing.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist
Bluegrass Foster Services
Barbourville, KY
10.2022 - Current
Applied CBT, Play Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy modalities for therapeutic interventions with children in foster care.
Collaborated with Case Managers to provide comprehensive client care.
Completed detailed documentation of sessions, client notes and recommendations.
Evaluated progress toward treatment goals for all clients.
Lead Clinician
Recovery Works
London, KY
02.2022 - Current
Oversee day to day tasks for a team of 6 Clinicians at a residential treatment facility.
Delivered expert therapeutic support to patients dealing with substance abuse, addiction and mental health issues.
Collaborated with team members to monitor treatment progress and improve individual clients' plans.
Maintained clinical documentation for each case with detailed and timely updates.
Collaborated with patients to establish post-treatment strategies for sobriety.
Facilitated group therapy sessions relating to addiction, co-occurring illnesses, etc.
Completed progress notes and other pertinent paperwork in compliance with state regulations.
Therapist
Benchmark Family Services
London, KY
07.2021 - 10.2022
Applied CBT, Play Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy modalities for therapeutic interventions with children in foster care.
Collaborated with Case Managers to provide comprehensive client care.
Completed detailed documentation of sessions, client notes and recommendations.
Evaluated progress toward treatment goals for all clients.
Therapist
Intrust Healthcare
Corbin, KY
10.2020 - 07.2022
Applied CBT, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy modalities for therapeutic interventions with multiple populations.
Collaborated with Case Managers to provide comprehensive client care.
Completed detailed documentation of sessions, client notes, treatment plans and recommendations.
Evaluated progress toward treatment goals for all clients.
Social Service Clinician I
Department For Community Based Services
Williamsburg, KY
03.2015 - 07.2021
Investigate allegations of child abuse, neglect, and/or dependency
Meet with other interested parties such as school/law enforcement/medical staff in order to gather additional information
Complete detailed assessments
Work with families to create a case plan for addressing and correcting identified issues
Make referrals to outside community resources to assist the family in overcoming identified barriers and to keep children safe in a permanent home and promote their wellbeing
Enter case information into the computer
Complete court reports as needed
Provide testimony during administrative and judicial hearings
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, KY
08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
12.2014
Skills
Clinical Experience
Individual Counseling
Group Counseling
Crisis Intervention
Case Management
Patient Advocacy
Conflict Resolution
Data Confidentiality
Treatment Planning
Verbal and Written Communication
Superior Communication Skills
Substance Abuse Counseling
Critical Thinking
Chart Auditing
Coordination of Care
Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker- LCSW- License # 259315- 2024
Intern / Financial Administrative Assistant at Bluegrass Behavioral Services for ChildrenIntern / Financial Administrative Assistant at Bluegrass Behavioral Services for Children