Maria Romero
Private Practice
Augusta,GA
Summary
Licensed Clinical Social Worker experienced in delivering evidence-based mental health care across diverse settings including outpatient behavioral health, integrated healthcare, and correctional environments. Achieved effective client outcomes through comprehensive assessments, crisis intervention, and collaborative treatment planning with multidisciplinary teams. Focused on enhancing community support and adaptive responses to client needs.
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Language
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Certification
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
3 Years 5 Months- Delivered evidence-based mental health care to diverse populations, enhancing access to quality services.
- Performed behavioral health assessments and DSM-5 diagnostic evaluations, informing tailored treatment approaches.
- Developed treatment plans and provided individual psychotherapy.
- Coordinated with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary treatment teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary treatment teams.
- Maintained accurate EHR documentation.
Correctional Behavioral Health Clinician
2 Years 9 Months- Delivered evidence-based mental health care to diverse populations, enhancing access to critical services.
- Performed crisis intervention, suicide risk assessments, and care coordination.
- Created individualized treatment plans and facilitated psychotherapy, promoting patient engagement and recovery.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary treatment teams.
- Executed crisis interventions and conducted suicide risk assessments, ensuring immediate safety and continuity of care.
- Maintained accurate EHR documentation.
Community & Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician
11 Months- Delivered evidence-based mental health care to diverse populations, enhancing access to essential services.
- Developed treatment plans and provided individual psychotherapy.
- Created and implemented treatment plans, facilitating individual psychotherapy tailored to client needs.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary treatment teams.
- Executed crisis intervention and suicide risk assessments, coordinating care to ensure client safety and support.
- Ensured compliance with EHR documentation standards.
Community & Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician
2 Years 9 Months- Delivered evidence-based mental health care to diverse populations, fostering improved client engagement and outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive behavioral health assessments and DSM-5 diagnostic evaluations, ensuring accurate treatment planning and support.
- Developed treatment plans and provided individual psychotherapy.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary treatment teams.
- Provided evidence-based mental health care to diverse populations.
- Ensured accuracy and compliance in EHR documentation, facilitating seamless care coordination and communication.
Community & Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician
2 Years 1 Month- Delivered evidence-based mental health care, enhancing access for diverse populations.
- Performed crisis intervention, suicide risk assessments, and care coordination.
- Developed treatment plans and provided individual psychotherapy.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Provided evidence-based mental health care to diverse populations.
- Ensured accuracy of electronic health records by regularly updating patient information.
Community & Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician
1 Year 8 Months- Delivered evidence-based mental health care, enhancing access for diverse populations.
- Performed behavioral health assessments and DSM-5 diagnostic evaluations to inform tailored treatment strategies.
- Developed treatment plans and provided individual psychotherapy.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary treatment teams.
- Executed crisis intervention and suicide risk assessments, ensuring coordinated care for at-risk individuals.
- Maintained accurate EHR documentation.
School Social Worker
14 Years- Delivered evidence-based mental health care, addressing unique needs of diverse populations.
- Executed behavioral health assessments and DSM-5 diagnostic evaluations to inform effective treatment strategies.
- Performed crisis intervention, suicide risk assessments, and care coordination.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary treatment teams.
- Facilitated crisis intervention, conducted suicide risk assessments, and coordinated care to ensure client safety and support.
- Ensured precise electronic health record documentation in compliance with regulations.
Psychiatric Mental Health Screener
16 Years- Delivered evidence-based mental health care, enhancing access for diverse populations.
- Performed behavioral health assessments and DSM-5 diagnostic evaluations, informing effective treatment strategies.
- Developed treatment plans and provided individual psychotherapy.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary treatment teams.
- Provided evidence-based mental health care to diverse populations.
- Ensured accurate EHR documentation, supporting continuity of care.
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Children and Family
Bachelor's Degree - BSW
Skills
Anxiety Management
Depression Management
Trauma Recovery
Grief Counseling
Coping Strategies
Trauma-Informed Care
CBT
Acceptance therapy
Motivational techniques
Anxiety Disorders
Depressive Disorders
Trauma
Grief and Loss
Adjustment Disorders
Stress Management
Trauma Recovery-Informed Care
Integrated Behavioral Health
Psychiatry Collaboration
Care Coordination
Health record management
HIPAA Compliance
Team collaboration
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Behavioral health assessment
Individual counseling
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Florida
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Georgia
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – New York
Professional Development
- Clinical Supervisor Training (In Progress)
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (Training)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Correctional Behavioral Health Clinician
Franklin County Jail
2023.03 - 2025.12
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Private Practice
2023.02 - Current
Community & Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician
Bryan Health
2022.02 - 2023.01
Community & Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician
William Ryan Community Health Center
2019.04 - 2022.01
Community & Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician
Brightpoint (formerly SCO Family of Services)
2017.03 - 2019.04
Community & Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician
Medlin Treatment Center
2015.06 - 2017.02
School Social Worker
Newark Public School
2001.01 - 2015.01
Psychiatric Mental Health Screener
UMDNJ
1998.01 - 2014.01
Kean University
Bachelor's Degree from BSW
Fordham University
Master of Social Work (MSW) from Children and Family