Marnie Charter
Omaha,NE
Summary
Proven Behavioral Health Specialist with a track record of fostering therapeutic alliances and implementing cognitive-behavioral techniques at Nebraska Methodist Hospital. Excelled in crisis intervention and mental health assessments, enhancing patient well-being. Skilled in clinical documentation and empathetic communication, significantly improving client outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Specialist
Nebraska Methodist Hospital
12.2003 - Current
- Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic listening and non-judgmental communication, fostering stronger therapeutic alliances.
- Implemented cognitive-behavioral techniques to address negative thought patterns and promote healthier thinking habits among clients.
- Used [Software] to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergency situations, ensuring immediate support and safety for affected individuals.
- Identified appropriate treatment resources and recommended patients for these services.
- Conducted thorough assessments, identifying underlying issues contributing to clients'' behavioral health concerns.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Provided referrals to connect clients with other community resources to support mental health and well-being.
- Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
Medical Social Worker
Nebraska Methodist Hospital
08.1998 - Current
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Offered crisis intervention services to address urgent concerns related to mental health, substance abuse, or domestic violence issues.
- Connected patients with community resources, ensuring access to essential services such as housing, healthcare, and financial assistance.
- Developed cultural competence through ongoing professional development opportunities, providing culturally sensitive services to diverse patient populations.
- Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.
- Explained medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team collaboration for optimal patient care through regular case conferences and communication.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical health situations, promoting coping mechanisms and resilience.
- Supported ethical decision-making processes among healthcare teams by providing guidance on complex cases involving end-of-life care or medical ethics dilemmas.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Provided ongoing counseling to help patients deal with conditions and processes
- Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals facing medical, emotional and mental health challenges in hospital setting.
- Provided patient and family education on available resources and self-care strategies.
- Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
Discharge Planner
Mercy Care Center
01.1998 - 08.1998
- Improved patient satisfaction by carefully evaluating their needs and developing personalized discharge plans.
- Advocated for patients'' best interests, working closely with healthcare providers to develop appropriate treatment plans and interventions.
- Coordinated timely discharges by effectively communicating with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Solved problems related to abrupt changes in discharge, coordinated updates and communicated discharge plans.
Education
M.S.W. - Social Work
Our Lady of The Lake University
San Antonio, TX08.1998
BSW - Social Work
Creighton University
Omaha, NE05.1996
Skills
- Behavioral treatment services
- Discharge Planning
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Mental Health Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Clinical Documentation
Certification
- Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor(AADC)- International Credentialing & Reciprocity Consortium.
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) - Association of Social Work Boards.
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) - State Licensing Boards.
Timeline
Behavioral Health Specialist
Nebraska Methodist Hospital
12.2003 - Current
Medical Social Worker
Nebraska Methodist Hospital
08.1998 - Current
Discharge Planner
Mercy Care Center
01.1998 - 08.1998
M.S.W. - Social Work
Our Lady of The Lake University
BSW - Social Work
Creighton University