Michael Davis
Salt Lake City,UTAH
Summary
My experience working in the social work field as well as knowledge I have acquired in my degree have given me the skills to be exceptional at working with clients struggling with their mental health. I have worked with a wide range of clients from different backgrounds which has helped me with my communication and to better empathize with others. My leadership experience also has allowed me to help create safe environments for clients, as well as facilitate training and development with staff. I have also worked closely with parents of clients to better aid in the creation of personal treatment plans. I have also been trained in the MANDT system of de-escalation and interpersonal communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Counselor
Benchmark Behavioral Health
02.2024 - Current
- Improved emotional regulation in clients through teaching coping strategies and stress management techniques.
- Implemented creative therapeutic interventions tailored to individual needs, promoting healthy expression of emotions.
- Ran regular therapy groups on relevant topics such as bullying prevention, DBT and substance abuse awareness.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, community resources, and therapists to provide comprehensive support for clients' needs.
Human Service Worker
Wasatch Behavioral Health
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Cared for adolescents who were going through various forms of crisis.
- Communicated with parents, case workers, and other responsible parties to coordinate effective care for the clients.
- Filled in regularly as case manager, and performed client intakes, ran therapy groups, and planned regular activities for the clients.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Ran regular small group training sessions on things such as de-escalation techniques, trauma informed care, and DBT.
Supervisor
Discovery Ranch
01.2018 - 09.2019
- Supervised the care for male adolescents at a long-term therapeutic facility.
- Coordinated with program coordinators and therapists to aid in the treatment of the clients.
- Documented daily progress of clients to help with the creation of personal treatment plans.
- Supervised various other employees in their duties.
- Engaged in regular training meetings to improve the quality of care for clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Utah
Salt Lake City UT08.2023
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Creation and implementation of personal treatment plans
- Interpersonal communication
- Suicide Intervention
- Patient-Centered Care
- De-escalation techniques and crisis intervention
- Group Counseling
- New Hire Training
- CBT Techniques
- DBT Techniques
Timeline
Youth Counselor
Benchmark Behavioral Health
02.2024 - Current
Human Service Worker
Wasatch Behavioral Health
01.2023 - 10.2023
Supervisor
Discovery Ranch
01.2018 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Utah
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