Dedicated social worker well-versed at liaising with clients to foster access to community resources, treatment and assistance programs. Strong background in supporting client treatment plans. Compassionate and driven with unfailing work ethic and passion for helping others. Demonstrates ability to develop and implement successful plans of action to address individual needs. Possesses strong problem-solving skills to reduce barriers. Committed to helping individuals and families. Skillful in providing individual, family and group psychosocial and emotional support services.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist
Lighthouse Wholehealth Therapy Center
10.2024 - 08.2025
Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to support client mental health and well-being.
Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments of client needs.
Utilized various therapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices.
Implemented evidence-based interventions to improve client engagement and therapeutic outcomes.
Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as needed for optimal results.
Therapist
BetterHelp
07.2023 - 10.2024
Providing individual and couples therapy to adolescents and adults of all ages using evidence based techniques with a compassionate, therapeutic approach.
Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
School Social Worker
Natrona County School District
08.2015 - 04.2023
Company Overview: - Casper
Collaborated with schools, family services and health care providers to determine services and aid with psychosocial assessments. Created intervention and treatment plans for students in need of assistance. Provided educational support services to students with emotional, intellectual and physical disabilities. Evaluated, assessed and diagnosed learning and social issues. Identified student barriers to self-sufficiency and created relevant IEPs. Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting. Supported students, teachers and families during crisis situations. Collaborated with students, teachers, administrators, parents and outside agencies. Participated in IEP, RTI and other related meetings that determined and implemented school-wide policies. Provided case management services, counseling, education and life-skills training to diverse, at-risk student population. Administered assessments and developed academic goals based on specific disabilities and barriers to learning. Wrote and developed FBAs and PBIPs for each student. Observed student behavior and developed behavioral interventions. Worked with teachers to implement behavioral improvement plans based on established assessments. Trained and guided teachers on how to identify and support students.
Patient Navigator
Rocky Mountain Oncology/Eplus Cancercare
02.2009 - 08.2015
Company Overview: - Casper
Identified barriers when treatment goals not met, treatment plan not followed or important appointments missed and collaborated in redeveloping patient treatment goals. Consulted with medical staff and ancillary department to eliminate barriers to delivery of care and identified service delivery problems and potential for patient management intervention. Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients. Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services. Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs. Educated patients on insurance and healthcare plans. Coached patients on self-advocacy. Participated in regular team meetings, staff meetings and quality improvement projects to improve patient care. Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff. Identified gaps in care and assisted in closure of gaps. Engaged with patients to provide critical information. Worked with patients to ascertain issues and make referrals to appropriate specialists. Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals. Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients. Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources. Utilized grant writing skills to secure additional program funding. Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders.
Case Manager
CASA Of Natrona County
07.2008 - 02.2009
Company Overview: - Casper
Responsible for training and supervising volunteers to become court appointed special advocates for children in the legal system due to abuse and/or neglect Regularly attended court hearings with volunteers to assist in advocating for children and helping understand the legal process
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Lighthouse Therapy Center of Fort WorthRegistered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Lighthouse Therapy Center of Fort Worth