Hi, I’m
Leah Daugherty
West Chester,PA
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented graduate student at Arizona State University, on track to complete a Master’s degree in Psychology in August 2024. I possess a strong foundation in psychopathology, substance abuse disorders, advanced social psychology, and cognitive science, with practical experience in using DSM-5, SPSS, and PsyStat for research and data analysis. As a member of Psi Chi, the international honor society in psychology, I have demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence and professional development. Passionate about pursuing LPC licensure and further advancing expertise through a Psy.D. program, with the ultimate goal of making significant contributions to the field of clinical psychology.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Open Hearth, Inc.
Homelessness Prevention Manager
02.2022 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Approved applications for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)
- Managed a team of 3 program coordinators providing weekly group and individual supervision
- Provided weekly updates to Chester County Department of Community Development staff regarding organization's progress with ERAP
- Prioritized cases in active eviction and utility shut-off
- Assisted in the distribution of over $6 million in emergency rent assistance
Open Hearth, Inc.
Prevention Program Coordinator
07.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Assisted clients in application process of the Emergency Rental Assistance Program
- Coordinated with landlords, property managers, and utility companies regarding applicant arrears
- Provided consistent updates on the application process of individuals in the eviction process
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems
Blended Case Manager
02.2020 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Managed case load of 30 clients, ages 11-55, with severe and persistent mental illnesses and substance abuse diagnoses.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Conducted assessments to determine individual needs and monitor progress over time
- Provided referrals for outpatient programs based on treatment recommendations
- Provided crisis intervention services, including after-hours on-call services.
- Trained new hires on how to maximize productivity and provided peer support to coworkers
West Chester University
Undergraduate Research Assistant
08.2019 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Served as research assistant for Early Childhood Cognition and Emotions Lab (ECCEL) Program at Gordon Early Literacy Center in Coatesville, PA
- Worked with children ages 3-6
- Performed assessments to track cognitive and emotional progress
- Collected cortisol saliva samples for analysis
- Facilitated developmental activities with students
- Engaged with parents and other guardians to provide feedback on student progress and feedback
Education
Arizona State UniversityTempe, AZ
Master of Science from Psychology
08.2024
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Advanced Developmental Psychology, Advanced Social Psychology, Advanced Cognitive Science, Emotion, Cross-Cultural Psychology, Psychopathology, Addictions and Treatments
- 3.9 GPA
- Psi Chi Member
West Chester University of PennsylvaniaWest Chester, PA
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
12.2019
Skills
- Psychopathology
- Substance Abuse Disorders
- Advanced Social Psychology
- Cognitive Science
- DSM-5
- Counseling Techniques
- Empathy and Active Listening
- Communication Skills
- Member of Psi Chi (International Honor Society in Psychology)
- Ethical and Cultural Competence
Certification
- Mandated Reporter Training Certified
- DHS: Accessing Child Serving Systems in Chester County
- Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse: Mandated and Permissive Reporting in Pennsylvania
Accomplishments
- Achieved Psi Chi Membership by demonstrating continued excellence in academics in psychology.
Timeline
Homelessness Prevention Manager
Open Hearth, Inc.
02.2022 - 05.2023
Prevention Program Coordinator
Open Hearth, Inc.
07.2021 - 01.2022
Blended Case Manager
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems
02.2020 - 07.2021
Undergraduate Research Assistant
West Chester University
08.2019 - 12.2019
Arizona State University
Master of Science from Psychology
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology