Michael Metzger
Chillicothe
Summary
Licensed social worker with strong focus on results and team collaboration. Skilled in crisis intervention, case management, and client advocacy. Reliable and adaptable in meeting changing needs. Known for effective communication, empathy, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Janitor
Amvets Post 4
Chillicothe, OH
07.2025 - 12.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in designated areas to ensure a safe environment.
- Operated cleaning equipment, including floor buffers and vacuums, with proficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and report issues promptly
- Maintained over 25 cleaning solutions and over 15 types of mops, brushes, squeegee and floor machines.
- Safeguarded building security by locking doors and setting alarms at the end of each shift.
Mental Health Therapist
Mahajan Therapeutics
Wheelersburg, OH
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to support client mental health needs.
- Assessed client progress using evidence-based tools and therapeutic techniques.
- Developed personalized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams for 50-65 clients
- Documented client interactions and outcomes accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Educated clients on coping strategies to enhance emotional resilience and well-being.
Food Service Worker
Veterans Administration
Chillicothe, OH
09.2011 - 12.2023
- Prepared and served food items according to safety and hygiene standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring proper function and cleanliness.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies and reducing waste.
- Collaborated with team members to meet service goals efficiently.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy for 25-40 veterans
Social Work Intern
Military Veterans Resource Center
Chillicothe, OH
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted veterans in accessing resources and services to enhance their quality of life.
- Conducted assessments to identify individual needs and develop tailored support plans.
- Collaborated with community organizations to coordinate outreach programs for veterans' benefits.
- Documented case notes and maintained accurate client records in compliance with regulations.
- Developed strong rapport with over 35 clients by establishing trust and maintaining open lines of communication throughout the internship experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Ohio University
Chillicothe, Ohio05.2020
No Degree - Peer Support
National Alliance On Mental Illness
Chillicothe, OH05.2019
Skills
- Mental health evaluation
- Psychosocial assessments
- Professional ethics
- Client advocacy
- Multicultural competence
- Individual counseling
- Child welfare
- Substance abuse treatment
- Case documentation
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Treatment Planning
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Managed a caseload of between 50 and 65 individuals and families.
- Maintained a 60% productivity rating
- Helped to write a grant, with accurate reporting was able to secure that grant 3 years in a row
- Advocated on behalf of a Vietnam Veteran to have a section of highway renamed SGT Michael Keith Hamner Memorial Highway in his honor. HB 266 133rd General Assembly of Ohio 2019-20
Certification
Obtained November 2023, Licensed Social Worker valid through 11/2027
Additional Employment
- Mahajan Therapeutics Wheelersburg, OH Mental Health Therapist 2024-2024
- VA Medical Center Chillicothe, OH Food Service Worker 2021 – 2023
Timeline
Janitor
Amvets Post 4
07.2025 - 12.2025
Mental Health Therapist
Mahajan Therapeutics
03.2024 - 12.2024
Social Work Intern
Military Veterans Resource Center
08.2019 - 03.2020
Food Service Worker
Veterans Administration
09.2011 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Ohio University
No Degree - Peer Support
National Alliance On Mental Illness