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MAJA HERCIUK

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Summary

Licensed Clinical Social Worker with expertise in Skilled Nursing, Hospice Palliative Care, and Behavioral Healthcare. Skilled in psychotherapy and crisis intervention, with a track record of developing customized treatment plans that enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based practices. Experienced in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care and emotional support for individuals facing mental health challenges. Strong skills in empathy, active listening, and communication ensure professional and compassionate client interactions.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

MPAC Healthcare
Pensacola
08.2025 - Current
  • Conducted psychotherapy and counseling sessions to address mental health challenges for patients and families.
  • Performed initial assessments and developed customized treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Provided emotional support to individuals facing chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive patient care solutions.

Lead Social Worker, LCSW

VITAS Healthcare
03.2025 - 08.2025
  • Delivered emotional support and psychotherapy to hospice patients and their families.
  • Provided crisis intervention services for clients facing acute mental health challenges.
  • Conducted psychosocial assessments and documented relevant casework.
  • Facilitated access to essential resources for families during end-of-life transitions.
  • Guided families compassionately through the grieving process.
  • Collaborated weekly with interdisciplinary teams to promptly address patient needs.

Case Manager, LCSW

CDAC Behavioral Healthcare
Pensacola
09.2021 - 03.2025
  • Delivered tailored case management and counseling to parents facing substance use challenges.
  • Conducted bio-psychosocial assessments and developed individualized treatment plans.
  • Coordinated comprehensive support services addressing families' substance use and mental health needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve overall service delivery efficiency.
  • Provided complete case management services, including intake, assessment, and crisis intervention.
  • Monitored families through advocacy and referral processes to ensure sustained support.

Mental Health Clinician

Adult & Child Mental Health, LLC
Pace
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Delivered psychotherapy and counseling services for children, adolescents, and adults.
  • Provided trauma-informed care to meet diverse mental health needs.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans based on thorough client evaluations.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to improve client outcomes.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and inform treatment plans.
  • Utilized psychoeducation to clarify psychological disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder.
  • Diagnosed disorders following DSM-IV criteria and documented with ICD-10 codes.

Child Welfare Case Manager

LAKEVIEW CENTER, FFN, FAMILIESFIRST NETWORK
Pensacola
03.2017 - 09.2021
  • Ensured permanent homes for children, prioritizing physical and emotional safety.
  • Guided families through challenging situations, providing essential support.
  • Developed judicial reviews and case plan recommendations for Dependency Court Hearings.
  • Conducted home visits to evaluate family dynamics and living environments.
  • Assessed behaviors and needs of clients, facilitating targeted referrals.
  • Applied advanced knowledge of social work to inform critical decision-making.

Counselor

KEETON CORRECTIONS
Pensacola
07.2016 - 03.2017
  • Delivered substance abuse counseling to clients and families in group and individual settings.
  • Conducted psychosocial assessments, screenings, and treatment plans for clients.
  • Documented program activities and client status changes in chronological files per policy.
  • Maintained program requirements in alignment with approved policies and guidelines.
  • Guided clients in achieving program goals during individual and group sessions.
  • Oversaw facility operations, ensuring compliance with established procedures.
  • Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on coping strategies.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to enhance client engagement and promote behavior change.

Social Worker / Child Protective Investigator

DCF
Sundsvall
08.2010 - 08.2015
  • Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions based on ongoing evaluations.
  • Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options.
  • Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
  • Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress.
  • Developed and executed plans to remove children from homes where abuse or neglect had occurred.
  • Responded to emergency situations involving children requiring immediate attention.

Sales Advisor

H&M
Sundsvall and Stockholm
03.2009 - 07.2010
  • Executed retail sales and visual merchandising at H&M's flagship store in Stockholm.
  • Collaborated with team to achieve sales targets consistently.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, enhancing shopping experience for diverse clientele.
  • Managed cash register operations, processing cash and credit transactions efficiently.
  • Cultivated press relations to boost visibility of H&M's Stockholm store.
  • Leveraged personal relationship skills and marketing strategies to drive sales success.
  • Gained customer loyalty by showcasing enthusiasm for fashion and quality products.

Sales Advisor, Visual Merchandiser

STARFISH BOUTIQUE
Santa Monica
05.2007 - 03.2009
  • Executed retail sales strategies and enhanced visual merchandising to drive customer engagement.
  • Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.
  • Operated cash register accurately, ensuring efficient transaction processing.
  • Assumed full responsibility for sales, representing company with professionalism and expertise.

Case Manager

DCF
Sundsvall
02.2005 - 07.2006
  • Delivered counseling services targeting substance misuse and dependency challenges.
  • Developed and implemented treatment plans promoting rehabilitation and recovery outcomes.
  • Coordinated client assessments and developed personalized care plans for diverse populations.

Probation Officer

SUNDSVALL AND UPPSALA
02.2002 - 01.2005
  • Executed probationary sanctions for adult offenders to ensure compliance.
  • Conducted thorough investigations for District Court proceedings.
  • Developed treatment and rehabilitation plans for incarcerated individuals post-sentencing.
  • Testified in court and prepared comprehensive court reports.
  • Managed community service assignments for offenders to promote accountability.
  • Leveraged motivational interviewing techniques to reduce recidivism rates or relapse.

Education

Master of Social Work -

Troy University
Troy, AL
12.2021

Fashion Design and Merchandising -

Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA
12.2008

Bachelor of Social Work -

Mid Sweden University
Riverside, CA
12.2002

Skills

  • Psychotherapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Reminiscence therapy
  • Strength-based therapy
  • Behavioral health and healthcare
  • Social work and psychotherapy
  • Treatment planning and crisis intervention
  • Case management and conflict resolution
  • Cultural competency and empathetic listening
  • Psychosocial assessments and clinical evaluations
  • Evidence-based practices and psychoeducation
  • Strengths-based practices and substance abuse counseling
  • Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Medical social work
  • Child welfare
  • Suicide prevention
  • Effective communication
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Mental health status exam

Certification

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Timeline

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

MPAC Healthcare
08.2025 - Current

Lead Social Worker, LCSW

VITAS Healthcare
03.2025 - 08.2025

Mental Health Clinician

Adult & Child Mental Health, LLC
03.2022 - 07.2022

Case Manager, LCSW

CDAC Behavioral Healthcare
09.2021 - 03.2025

Child Welfare Case Manager

LAKEVIEW CENTER, FFN, FAMILIESFIRST NETWORK
03.2017 - 09.2021

Counselor

KEETON CORRECTIONS
07.2016 - 03.2017

Social Worker / Child Protective Investigator

DCF
08.2010 - 08.2015

Sales Advisor

H&M
03.2009 - 07.2010

Sales Advisor, Visual Merchandiser

STARFISH BOUTIQUE
05.2007 - 03.2009

Case Manager

DCF
02.2005 - 07.2006

Probation Officer

SUNDSVALL AND UPPSALA
02.2002 - 01.2005

Master of Social Work -

Troy University

Fashion Design and Merchandising -

Santa Monica College

Bachelor of Social Work -

Mid Sweden University