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, NY05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
New York, NY05.2018
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
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