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Miranda MacDicken

Puyallup

Summary

Compassionate social worker with expertise in crisis intervention, client advocacy, and therapeutic education. Known for effective communication and collaboration, dedicated to promoting client well-being through integrated care solutions.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Worker

Multicare
Olympia
10.2023 - 03.2026
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals for integrated care solutions.
  • Documented case notes accurately in compliance with regulations.
  • Provided crisis intervention services in high-stress situations.
  • Educated clients about available community resources and programs.
  • Advocated for clients' rights within social service systems.

Therapist

Mindful Therapy Group
Mountlake Terrace
10.2022 - 11.2023
  • Managed client records ensuring confidentiality and compliance with regulations.
  • Provided crisis intervention services for clients in immediate distress.
  • Educated clients on coping strategies and mental health resources available.
  • Educated clients on evidence-based treatments to enhance their understanding of the therapeutic process.
  • Assisted clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.

Program Therapist

Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital
Marysville
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote patient engagement and support.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment strategies.
  • Documented patient interactions and progress in electronic health records accurately.
  • Encouraged positive behavior changes by providing feedback on progress achieved during therapy sessions.

Case Manager

Fairfax Behavioral Health Hospital
Kirkland
09.2021 - 06.2023
  • Coordinated patient assessments and developed personalized care plans.
  • Facilitated communication between medical staff and patients' families.
  • Provided crisis intervention and support during critical situations.
  • Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
  • Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.

Education

Master of Social Work -

Seattle University
Seattle
06-2021

Skills

  • Case management
  • Crisis intervention
  • Treatment planning
  • Patient assessment
  • Electronic health records
  • Community resource knowledge
  • Behavioral health understanding
  • Effective communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Active listening
  • Advocacy skills

Timeline

Social Worker

Multicare
10.2023 - 03.2026

Program Therapist

Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital
04.2023 - 09.2023

Therapist

Mindful Therapy Group
10.2022 - 11.2023

Case Manager

Fairfax Behavioral Health Hospital
09.2021 - 06.2023

Master of Social Work -

Seattle University
Miranda MacDicken