Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Graduate Coursework
Professional Memberships - Current Affiliation
Value To Organization
References
Timeline
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McKenna Averill

West Haven,UT

Summary

Dynamic Case Manager with a proven track record at Dream Investment Strategies, adept in resource coordination and client advocacy. Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and critical thinking, I excel in developing tailored housing plans and monitoring client progress, ensuring effective support and guidance for diverse needs.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Case Manager

Dream Investment Strategies
06.2024 - Current
  • Assist adult individuals and families in securing stable housing and employment.
  • Conduct assessments and evaluations.
  • Develop housing plans tailored to the client's specific needs.
  • Resource coordination with the community.
  • Advocate for my clients.
  • Provide support and guidance for housing needs and employment.
  • Collaborate with service providers.
  • Monitor and follow up with my clients and their progress.

Director of Social Work

Kalispell Rehab and Nursing
Kalispell, Montana
05.2023 - 04.2024
  • Conducted PHQ-9 assessments to assess the severity and degree of depression.
  • Conducted BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) assessment.
  • Aided in facilitating mental health services to residents at the facility.
  • Worked collectively to build an environment that ensured feelings of comfort and safety for residents' end-of-life stage.
  • Efficient in writing documentation tailored to each resident in the facility, such as behaviors, care plans, and psychosocial evaluations.
  • Advocated for each individual's care needs through resources.
  • Skilled in Point-click care

Education

MS - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Westminster University
05.2027

BA - Psychology

Roosevelt University
05.2023

AS - Psychology

College of Lake County
07.2021

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Critical-Thinking
  • Professionalism
  • Decision-making skills
  • Counseling Skills
  • Written and Oral Communication
  • Research Abilities
  • Adaptability

Graduate Coursework

  • Counseling Ethics - Fall 2024
  • Human Growth and Development - Fall 2024
  • Individual Counseling I - Fall 2024
  • Seminar Prof Counseling Roles - Fall 2024
  • Statistics and Research Methods - Fall 2024
  • Psychopathology and the DSM - Spring 2025
  • Individual Counseling II - Spring 2025
  • Group Counseling - Spring 2025
  • 633 Child and Family Counseling - Spring 2025

Professional Memberships - Current Affiliation

Utah Mental Health Counselor Association - Member since 2025.

Value To Organization

Ability to drive decision-making, foster a positive attitude, and align with long-term goals of the organization to ultimately enhance efficiency and satisfaction with clients.

References

  • Katie Christensen - PhD, LCMHCA, Professor at Westminster University. kchristensen1@westminsteru.edu. 801-832-2434
  • Patrick McMillion - PhD, LCMHC, CCAT, Professor at Westminster University. pmcmillion@westminsteru.edu. 801-832-2378
  • Sai Samineni - Executive Director at Dream Investment Strategies, executivedirector@dreaminvestmentstrategies.com. 801-931-0702

Timeline

Case Manager

Dream Investment Strategies
06.2024 - Current

Director of Social Work

Kalispell Rehab and Nursing
05.2023 - 04.2024

MS - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Westminster University

BA - Psychology

Roosevelt University

AS - Psychology

College of Lake County