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DIAMOND LEWIS

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Passionate LMSW therapy practitioner driven to improve clients lives with high-quality and caring support. Excellent planning and problem-solving skills paired with a methodical and thorough approach. An acceptant therapist who fervently seeks new approaches and techniques to incorporate for the betterment of clients.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intern

Chatham University Counseling Center
08.2024 - Current
  • Actively participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for program improvement and growth.
  • Implement creative methods for engaging students, increasing accessibility to vital resources and services.
  • Participate in relevant training sessions to enhance professional skills.
  • Create and administer outreach programming in the form of workshops and tabling events.

Home-Based/Outpatient Therapist

Southeastern Behavior Healthcare
06.2021 - 07.2024
  • Provided individual counseling to adolescents and adults with multiple behavioral and mental health disorders while utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities.
  • Completed full comprehensive assessments to determine the best courses of action.
  • Led weekly group with up to 6 participants focusing on ART (Anger Replacement Training)
  • Worked with an interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.
  • Documented clinical notes in the agency's EMR within the required timeframe.
  • Developed appropriate and personalized treatment plans.
  • Effectively maintained a caseload of 25 sessions per week.
  • Conducted follow-up assessments to monitor clients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
  • Provided clinical supervision to MSW/LPC interns
  • Completed mental status examinations with youth detained in Juvenile Detention Centers.
  • Evaluated treatment progress by regularly reviewing client goals, adjusting therapeutic strategies as needed for optimal outcomes.

Care Coordinator

FEDERATION OF ORGANIZATIONS
08.2018 - 03.2021
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments
  • Facilitated linkage to community resources
  • Developed comprehensive care plans according to the level and needs of the individual
  • Completed and maintained accurate records in a professional and timely manner
  • Managed high-risk caseloads
  • Determined the need for special assessment activities for complex cases, effectively handling care plans.

Intern

New Hour For Women And Children
12.2019 - 05.2020
  • Co-facilitated supportive and empowerment groups to incarcerated women.
  • Engaged with larger campaigns to build deeply collaborative partnerships.
  • Built strong bonds with local cultural organizations by respecting unique differences and specific societal norms.
  • Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support.
  • Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
  • Created educational materials to convey important information to service recipients.
  • Used various social media platforms for media and blogger outreach.
  • Engaged in direct/grass root lobbying to influence changes within legislation.

Intern

HALO NETWORK
07.2018 - 07.2019
  • Conducted intake assessments and provided service coordination in a professional and timely manner
  • Completed and maintained accurate records and reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, and other required information
  • Helped clients establish ILP goals as well as care plans
  • Case management duties, as well as one-on-one counseling.

Client Advocate

FAMILY SERVICE LEAGUE
01.2016 - 08.2018
  • Advocated for client rights
  • Provided emotional support and essential needs
  • Assisted with maintaining belongings and daily life
  • Maintained a positive office environment using active listening and prompt problem-solving.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked with clients to improve life choices and maximize the benefits of programs.
  • Transported clients to community services

Education

Master of Social Work - Social Work

SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY
05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
New York, NY
05.2018

Skills

  • Counseling Services
  • Active Listening
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Therapist collaboration
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Cognitive Behavior Therapy
  • Therapeutic Assessment
  • Health Records Management
  • Best Practices and Standards

Certification

Qualified Mental Health Professional QMHP

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training ASIST

EMDR Training Course: Integrating EMDR into your Clinical Practice


licenses

New York Licensed Master Social Worker #110878

South Dakota Licensed Certified Social Worker #6201


Timeline

Intern

Chatham University Counseling Center
08.2024 - Current

Home-Based/Outpatient Therapist

Southeastern Behavior Healthcare
06.2021 - 07.2024

Intern

New Hour For Women And Children
12.2019 - 05.2020

Care Coordinator

FEDERATION OF ORGANIZATIONS
08.2018 - 03.2021

Intern

HALO NETWORK
07.2018 - 07.2019

Client Advocate

FAMILY SERVICE LEAGUE
01.2016 - 08.2018

Qualified Mental Health Professional QMHP

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training ASIST

EMDR Training Course: Integrating EMDR into your Clinical Practice


Master of Social Work - Social Work

SUNY Stony Brook

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
DIAMOND LEWIS