Melinda Wright
Hot Springs,AR
Summary
Compassionate professional in social services field, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in client assessment, case management, and crisis intervention. Excel at communication, empathy, and problem-solving to support diverse populations effectively.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Certified Social Worker
Kendra's Counseling
Pearcy, AR
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
- Maintained thorough case history records and wrote detailed reports.
- Participated in professional development activities such as seminars, workshops, trainings.
Licensed Certified Social Worker
Pinnacle Pointe Outpatient Services
Hot Springs, AR
01.2013 - 06.2022
- Facilitated frequent family conferences to discuss case plans in detail and discuss goals.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or experiences.
- Worked collaboratively with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to coordinate care for clients.
- Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
Licensed Master Social Worker
Ouachita Behavioral Health And Wellness
Hot Springs, AR
12.2012 - 03.2013
- Assessed client needs and developed treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team of mental health case managers and disability workers.
- Organized and compiled socio-psychiatric case histories to facilitate accurate diagnoses.
Crisis Interventionist
Center For Life Resources
Brownwood, TX
10.2006 - 03.2012
- Coordinated follow-up care for individuals after they have been discharged from hospitalization.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate services for individuals in need.
- Conducted initial assessments to determine immediate safety and mental health needs of clients in crisis.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss new developments within the agency's programs.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
East Texas A&M University
Commerce, TX05-2006
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
East Texas A&M University
Commerce, TX05-2004
High School Diploma -
Sulphur Bluff High School
Sulphur, TX05-1998
Skills
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Family therapy
- Patient-centered care
- Analytical thinking
- Flexible and adaptable
- Calm under pressure
- EMDR
Certification
- Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Timeline
Licensed Certified Social Worker
Kendra's Counseling
01.2022 - Current
Licensed Certified Social Worker
Pinnacle Pointe Outpatient Services
01.2013 - 06.2022
Licensed Master Social Worker
Ouachita Behavioral Health And Wellness
12.2012 - 03.2013
Crisis Interventionist
Center For Life Resources
10.2006 - 03.2012
Master of Social Work - Social Work
East Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
East Texas A&M University
High School Diploma -
Sulphur Bluff High School