Mary Keegan
Verona
Summary
Dynamic individual with experience and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals. Passionate about delivering high-quality, client-centered care and improving access to needed services.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rapid Engagement Team Lead
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
09.2021 - Current
- Provide individual counseling to clients with diverse mental health issues.
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments, risk assessments, and diagnostic formulation.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Crisis intervention to address immediate client needs effectively.
- Lead team in managing daily Open Access services
- Problem-solving to identify barriers, develop solutions, and improve service outcomes
- Design and implement streamlined workflows to support staff performance and maximize service effectiveness.
- Policy development
- program development
- hospital discharge follow up coordination
Program Manager
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Oversaw two UCP residential programs, providing staff supervision, program coordination, and qulity assurance.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively.
- Supervise Direct Support Professional staff.
- Create weekly staffing schedule.
- Provide staff training on policies, procedures, and best practices.
Behavior Specialist
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Develop individualized Medication Monitoring Plans.
- Train SCIP-R.
- Developed individualized behavior intervention plans based on comprehensive assessments.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for managing challenging behaviors.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement effective behavioral strategies in client care.
Adjunct Instructor
Morrisville State College
01.2016 - 05.2019
- Instruct undergraduate students in criminal justice.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance student learning outcomes.
Mental Health Therapist
Child Advocacy Center
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for children and families experiencing trauma.
- Conduct psychosocial assements and treatment planning.
- Administrative tasks as needed.
Behavior specialist
Madison Cortland ARC
01.2016 - 09.2018
- Provide individual behavior counseling
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for clients with developmental disabilities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess client needs and monitor progress effectively.
- Provide behavior counseling to DD disabled
- Functional Behavior Assessments
- Adaptive Behavior Assessment
Probation Officer
Madison County
01.2015 - 11.2015
- Supervised probationers to ensure compliance with court orders and rehabilitation programs.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate risk factors and develop individualized supervision plans.
- Coordinated with community resources to facilitate access to treatment and support services for clients.
Case Management
Neighborhood Center
08.2014 - 12.2014
- Enhanced family stability by providing comprehensive support and case management services.
- Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing tailored case management plans.
Outreach Worker
Neighborhood Center
03.2012 - 08.2013
- Connected individuals to appropriate resources through comprehensive assessments, referrals, and followups.
- Served as a liaison between clients and service providers, ensuring clear communication of needs and expectations while maintaining client confidentiality at all times.
- Advocated for client needs and funding for at-risk groups.
Child Advocate
Neighborhood Center Inc
03.2012 - 03.2012
- Supported families in crisis by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the community.
- Coordinated with social workers, therapists, and medical professionals to address any mental health or physical health concerns affecting a child''s wellbeing.
- Provided emotional support to children facing difficult situations, helping them develop coping skills and resilience.
- Provide court accompaniment for victims and families.
- Collaborate with the District Attorney’s Office as a liaison to ensure victims receive timely information, guidance, and resources.
Education
Master's degree - Social Work
Keuka College
Remote07-2025
Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Chicago01.2013
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Utica College
Utica, NY01.2011
Associates - Criminal Justice
Mohawk Valley Community College
Rome, NY01.2006
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Psychosocial assessment
- Treatment planning
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Program development
- Policy development
- Staff supervision
- Effective communication
Certification
- Licensed Master Social Work
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Rapid Engagement Team Lead
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
09.2021 - Current
Program Manager
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
01.2021 - 09.2021
Behavior Specialist
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
02.2020 - 01.2021
Mental Health Therapist
Child Advocacy Center
09.2018 - 01.2019
Adjunct Instructor
Morrisville State College
01.2016 - 05.2019
Behavior specialist
Madison Cortland ARC
01.2016 - 09.2018
Probation Officer
Madison County
01.2015 - 11.2015
Case Management
Neighborhood Center
08.2014 - 12.2014
Outreach Worker
Neighborhood Center
03.2012 - 08.2013
Child Advocate
Neighborhood Center Inc
03.2012 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Utica College
Associates - Criminal Justice
Mohawk Valley Community College
Master's degree - Social Work
Keuka College
Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Additional Information
SCIP-R certified instructor