Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests
Timeline
Manager

Marian Bills

Sumas,WA

Summary

Compassionate and driven BSW student with hands-on experience in mental health counseling, disability services, and leadership roles. Seeking to apply person-centered and trauma-informed approaches in a clinical or community-based social work setting.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager

Cascade Connections
10.2024 - Current
  • Lead and mentor peer support professionals serving individuals with developmental disabilities
  • Coordinate programming that enhances clients’ life skills, independence, and community integration
  • Manage staff scheduling, conflict resolution, and care plan compliance

Peer Enrichment Lead

Cascade Connections
08.2023 - 10.2024


  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Created and organized activities for team bonding that contributed to a positive work place culture.

Agency Affiliated Counselor

Touchstone Counseling
03.2023 - 08.2023
  • Provided individual counseling services under supervision
  • Supported clients experiencing mental health challenges using trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approaches
  • Maintained clinical documentation in compliance with state and agency regulations

Loan Officer Assistant

Umpqua Bank Home Lending
10.2021 - 02.2023
  • Supported clients through the home loan process with attention to financial documentation and compliance
  • Delivered high-quality customer service in a deadline-driven environment
  • Answered inquiries and provided superior customer service to clients.

Education

Bachelor of Social Work -

Whatcom Community College
Bellingham, WA
08.2025

Skills

  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Mental Health Counseling (Supervised)
  • Developmental Disabilities Support
  • Team Leadership & Staff Supervision
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • Client Advocacy
  • Documentation & Compliance
  • Cultural Competency

Certification

  • HCA - Home Care Aide
  • Dementia Specialty Training
  • Nurse Delegation Core
  • CE-Understanding Burnout and Ways to Prevent It

Interests

  • Practicing American Sign Language
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Playing with my dog
  • Aerial Hoop

Timeline

Manager

Cascade Connections
10.2024 - Current

Peer Enrichment Lead

Cascade Connections
08.2023 - 10.2024

Agency Affiliated Counselor

Touchstone Counseling
03.2023 - 08.2023

Loan Officer Assistant

Umpqua Bank Home Lending
10.2021 - 02.2023

Bachelor of Social Work -

Whatcom Community College