Michelle Humbert
Chicago,IL
Summary
Compassionate social worker with several years of comprehensive experience working with clients to resolve mental health issues and promote self-sufficiency. Knowledge of family systems therapy and individual outpatient clinical therapies. Well-versed in assessing client strengths, advocating for client resources, and conducting thorough home and community visits. Kind and respectful professional with demonstrated conflict-resolution skills and strong decision-making abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) Social Worker
Veterans Affairs
Chicago, Illinois
09.2021 - Current
- Delivered a range of services for Veterans referred from Primary Care Clinics for mental and behavioral health concerns, including performing psychosocial assessments and evaluating suicide and harm risks
- Diagnosing mental health conditions for psychotherapy by the standards of DSM IV
- Administered measurement-based care through short-term, solution-focused counseling for individuals and couples in crisis, utilizing evidence-based practices
- Coordinates clinical case management for treatment needs, interfacility referrals and post-intervention follow up as needed
- Consults with fellow medical center staff to discuss patient care matters relevant to medical treatment and psychosocial rehabilitation
- Supervised and mentored graduate students through their clinical internships, enhancing their professional development, and fostered a supportive learning environment to expand clinical conceptualization skills in mental health counseling. Collaborated with academic institutions to ensure a cohesive and enriching educational experience.
- Contributed to the hospital safety committee implementation of threat assessment protocols, enhancing the team's ability to effectively identify and respond to potential risks
Social Work Fellow
Veterans Affairs
West Haven, CT
09.2020 - 08.2021
- As a fellow in the Psychosocial Rehabilitation program, my primary placement was with the HUD-VASH Program, complemented by secondary placements in the Psychiatric Emergency Room (Psych ER), the Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery Center (PRRC), the psychiatric inpatient unit, and the Marriage and Family Center
- Supported homeless Veterans with mental health conditions and substance abuse histories by connecting them to crucial psychosocial resources.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments evaluating comorbid substance use, psychiatric conditions, and medical issues within the Psych ER.
- Streamlined interfacility and community discharge plans for continuity of care.
- Led evidence-based psychotherapy groups, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis, and Social Skills Training in inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Co-facilitated adults seeking to address and prevent intimate partner violence using the Strength at Home curriculum.
- Facilitated holistic couple's therapy with customized assessments.
Wellness Support Specialist
Continuum of Care
New Haven, CT
10.2018 - 08.2020
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to implement holistic care strategies for individuals in acute crisis.
- Collaborated effectively to implement group interventions, psychoeducation, and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to aid clients in their recovery process.
Social Work Intern
Connecticut Mental Health Center
New Haven, CT
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my primary duties are as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the inpatient psychiatric and Clinical Neuroscience Research Unit as a first-year intern, and in the Mobile Crisis Intervention and Evaluations Unit as a second-year intern.
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments through clinical interviews with triage clients, which include consideration of developmental, social, cultural, substance abuse, psychological, environmental, and medical issues.
- Completed evaluations and diagnosing mental health conditions for clients requiring brief therapy and/or medication management
- Implemented referrals to appropriate inpatient and/or outpatient services in the community for identified needs.
- Formulated treatment plans, including measurable treatment objectives, monitored patient progress, and adjusted treatment plans as needed.
- Consulted and collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to improve the delivery of services to the client
- Secondary support tasks consist of answering crisis lines to assess safety and risk.
Family Navigator
Family Centered Services
New Haven, CT
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Evaluated psychosocial needs to improve care for clients experiencing or using intimate partner violence.
- Formulated and audited safety plans and progress
- Led interdisciplinary strategies and provided psychoeducation to parents for reducing violence instances.
- Implemented collaborative team-building initiatives to foster a cohesive workplace culture. culture
Patient Care Associate (PCA)
APT Foundation
New Haven, CT
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Ensured appropriate management of client movement in the milieu.
- Welcomed and registered clients for psychiatric, outpatient, and medication-assisted treatment services.
- Conducted and entered requested diagnostic tests to support clinical assessments into the APT Foundation patient EHR.
- Coordinate with administrative personnel to ensure agency safety requirements and client transportation.
Education
Master’s - Social Work
Smith College
North Hampton, MA08.2020
Bachelor’s - Human Services
Post University
Waterbury, CT05.2017
Skills
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Psychosocial assessment
- Patient-centered care
- Motivational interviewing
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Solution focused approach
- Motivational interviewing skills
- Critical thinking
- Flexible and adaptable
- Cultural humility
Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 14892
Timeline
Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) Social Worker
Veterans Affairs
09.2021 - Current
Social Work Fellow
Veterans Affairs
09.2020 - 08.2021
Wellness Support Specialist
Continuum of Care
10.2018 - 08.2020
Social Work Intern
Connecticut Mental Health Center
09.2018 - 03.2020
Family Navigator
Family Centered Services
09.2017 - 05.2018
Patient Care Associate (PCA)
APT Foundation
03.2015 - 09.2017
Master’s - Social Work
Smith College
Bachelor’s - Human Services
Post University
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