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Laura T Berthold

5775 Oberlin Rd. Amherst,OH

Summary

Accomplished Case Manager adept at handling high caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Operate in high-pressure environments while recommending best resources and courses of action to benefit patient needs and return each to optimal quality of life.

Caring Social Worker offering case management expertise with proven ability to quickly build trust and rapport with clients from diverse cultures. Passionate and committed to serving the behavioral health population. Highly adept at case planning and diagnosis management and multi-tasking. Committed to achieving high-quality, cost-effective care for patients and families.

Committed Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor with an extensive background in IOP and PHP treatment for opioid and alcohol addiction. Superb active listening skills and a nurturing personality; adept at building bonds that get patients invested in their individual sobriety plan.

Certification: Complex Trauma 1 and 11 2023

MH First Aid

ASIST certified

CPR

Microsoft Office 2018

Spanish Speaking.

Committed Adjunct Instructor versed in delivering curriculum through lectures and discussion to increase student engagement and promote learning objectives. Enthusiastic and dedicated with expertise in mentoring and academic support demonstrated over three years in academic roles. Communicative Professor strives to teach course information and build students' lifelong skills. Creates vibrant teaching atmosphere and consistency supports students through openness and transparency. Engaged educator maintains highest standards of classroom instruction. Compassionate Social Worker with years of comprehensive experience providing social services to various groups of people to aid with day-to-day issues. Well-versed in assessing client strengths, advocating for client resources and conducting thorough home and community visits. Kind and respectful professional with demonstrated conflict resolution skills and strong decision-making abilities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Therapist

Berman Counseling and Consulting
Lorain, OH
08.2022 - Current
  • Responded to emergency situations and provided crisis support.
  • Tracked incoming patient information, intervention plans and patient responses to treatment.
  • Utilized emerging Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy and Narrative Therapy as treatment approaches.
  • Documented staff information, service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.
  • Met with up to nine patients weekly with presenting problems such as mood disorders.
  • Delivered appropriate therapy based on diagnosis and individual needs.
  • Maintained progress notes and documentation for patient health records.
  • Managed caseload of multiple sessions weekly using various types of therapies and approaches.
  • Performed comprehensive assessments for each patient.
  • Conducted mental health counseling using evidence-based practice and clinical models.

Adjunct Instructor

Tiffin University
Tiffin, OH
02.2020 - Current
  • Used variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations.
  • Provided student feedback regarding areas in need of improvement and provided additional learning resources.
  • Facilitated group discussions, encouraging students to address class concepts to increase understanding.
  • Integrated multimedia technology in classroom instruction for well-rounded and engaging approach to instruction.
  • Documented student assignments, attendance and test scores in online reporting systems.
  • Adhered to and promoted university standards for academic achievement and community enrichment.

Case Manager

CareSource
Cleveland, Ohio
12.2019 - Current
  • Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
  • Reviewed and recorded progress of patients.
  • Developed appropriate care plans for at-risk individuals and high-risk families.
  • Collaborated with different disciplines to provide cohesive care to patients.
  • Coordinated between various entities to manage cases.
  • Assisted patients in receiving high-quality, appropriate care with best possible results.
  • Documented plans, findings and results and submitted to employers and insurance carriers.
  • Optimized program resource utilization to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor

The LCADA Way
Lorain, OH
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
  • Collected urine samples from clients to test for substances.
  • Maintained thorough clinical treatment notes.
  • Conducted chemical dependency program orientation sessions
  • Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for outpatient clients.
  • Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking.
  • Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.
  • Attended departmental meetings, providing feedback to enhance future performance.

BH Tech/Healthcare Aide

The Visiting Nurse Association
Cleveland, OH
07.2013 - 11.2018
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.

Education

Master of Science - Social Work

Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH
12.2020

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor 111 -

Ohi Chemical Dependency Professionals Board
Columbus Ohio
2020

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Univeristy of Akron
Akron, OH
2018

Skills

  • Behavioral therapy
  • Mood disorders
  • Addiction
  • Psycho-social assessments
  • Cognitive-behavioral therapy
  • Trauma-informed therapy
  • DSM-V and ICD-10 diagnoses
  • Strategic planner
  • Grief processes
  • Confidential documentation and recordkeeping
  • Community referrals
  • Patient-centered care
  • Program development
  • Community outreach
  • Suicide prevention specialist
  • Online Classes
  • Online Class Discussion
  • Student Performance Evaluation
  • Curriculum Creation
  • Faculty Communication
  • Active Listening
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Issue Resolution

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Therapist

Berman Counseling and Consulting
08.2022 - Current

Adjunct Instructor

Tiffin University
02.2020 - Current

Case Manager

CareSource
12.2019 - Current

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor

The LCADA Way
01.2018 - 12.2019

BH Tech/Healthcare Aide

The Visiting Nurse Association
07.2013 - 11.2018

Master of Science - Social Work

Cleveland State University

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor 111 -

Ohi Chemical Dependency Professionals Board

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Univeristy of Akron
Laura T Berthold