Miriam Aronoff, Ph.D.
Steilacoom,USA
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychologist/Contractor
Public Safety Psychological Services
Washington State (remote)
09.2024 - Current
- Perform comprehensive psychological suitability evaluations for candidates seeking positions in state, county, and federal public safety agencies.
- Develop and deliver timely, detailed pre-employment psychological evaluation reports based on integrated findings from psychological testing, background materials, and clinical interviews to support hiring decisions.
Behavioral Health Consultant
Community Healthcare
Tacoma, WA
02.2021 - Current
- Coordinate efforts among healthcare professionals to incorporate behavioral health strategies into high volume/community-based primary care clinic, focusing on prevention, assessment, evidence-based interventions, and appropriate referrals.
- Collaborate with primary care team to facilitate sound clinical evaluations and consultation for patients seeking gender-affirming care interventions.
- Streamline care coordination to ensure optimal behavioral health support for primary care patients of diverse age ranges.
- Conduct timely risk assessments, develop appropriate interventions, and coordinate follow-up care to ensure patient safety and promote positive health outcomes.
Forensic Evaluator
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
Lakewood, WA
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Conducted forensic psychological evaluations for competency to stand trial and civil commitment cases.
- Submitted expert opinions to court to enhancing case resolution accuracy and aid judicial determinations.
Psychologist 4 (WCC)
Washington Department of Corrections
Olympia, WA
04.2018 - 09.2020
- Oversaw clinical operations within a mental health department, ensuring completing of timely, thorough, and informative Mental Health Appraisals/Updates to inform diagnostic impressions, treatment recommendations, and coordinated appropriate levels of care.
- Supervised Psych Associates and allied professionals to enhance team performance, clinical decision-making, and support the professional development of staff.
- Cultivated robust partnerships with DOC leadership, custody and support staff, and community stakeholders to enhance interdisciplinary collaboration and communication, and resource allocation.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary and clinical partnerships aimed at improving workflow efficiency and clinical effectiveness across departments.
Psychologist 3 (WCCW)
Washington Department of Corrections
Olympia, WA
10.2014 - 04.2018
- Conducted assessments, developed, and implemented treatment and behavioral management plans involving high risk and clinically complex cases in the Close Observation Area, Treatment and Evaluation Center, and Intensive Management/Treatment Units.
- Performed suicide and violence risk evaluations to determine appropriate care, support needs, and level of intervention.
- Developed a suicide risk assessment interview that became the standard tool utilized throughout the state prison system.
- Provided psychological testing, group therapy, and case management for general population and individuals with serious mental illness, supporting long-term adjustment and psychiatric stability.
Education
Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology
New School For Social Research
New York, NY2014
M.A. - Psychology
New School For Social Research
New York, NYB.A. - Classics
Reed College
Portland, ORSkills
- Leadership and Program Development
- Integrated Healthcare models
- Trauma-informed care
- Gender-affirming care
- Psychological Assessment
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Crisis management
Certification
- WA State Psychologist License #60637561
- PSYPACT #20699
Timeline
Psychologist/Contractor
Public Safety Psychological Services
09.2024 - Current
Behavioral Health Consultant
Community Healthcare
02.2021 - Current
Forensic Evaluator
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
09.2020 - 02.2021
Psychologist 4 (WCC)
Washington Department of Corrections
04.2018 - 09.2020
Psychologist 3 (WCCW)
Washington Department of Corrections
10.2014 - 04.2018
B.A. - Classics
Reed College
Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology
New School For Social Research
M.A. - Psychology
New School For Social Research