I am currently a Licensed Certified Social Worker Clinical (LCSW-C) for Maryland as of March 2023. I am on the board for The Samaritan Shelter in Pocomoke MD. I also operate a future non-profit recuse- Pocomoke Paws Kitten Rescue.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Team Leader
Lower Shore Clinic
08.2021 - Current
Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
Review Crisis Referrals for acceptance to the Crisis Retreat
Complete insurance authorizations
De-escalate crisis situations upon members
Provide Case Management services to members of the Crisis Retreat
Manage the finances of the Crisis Retreat
Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive member and service improvements.
Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
Work and collaborate with employees of Go-Getters and Lower Shore clinic for continued collaborations of crisis members
Mental Health Therapist
Chesapeake Health Care
09.2018 - 07.2021
Documented client progress in confidential files.
Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
Utilized meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Specialist
Eastern Shore Psychological Services
06.2014 - 09.2018
Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
Charted on each patient daily.
Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
Provided therapeutic activities to assist with patient development.
Organized recreational activities to assist in patient recovery.
Developed individualized treatment plans for patients in collaboration with mental health professionals.
Education
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD
12.2015
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD
05.2014
Skills
Conflict Resolution
Coaching and Mentoring
Client Support
Safety Processes
Mood Disorders Knowledge
Crisis Intervention Techniques
CPR, First Aid, AED
Mental Health Training
Timeline
Crisis Team Leader
Lower Shore Clinic
08.2021 - Current
Mental Health Therapist
Chesapeake Health Care
09.2018 - 07.2021
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Specialist
Eastern Shore Psychological Services
06.2014 - 09.2018
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
Salisbury University
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work
Salisbury University
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