Natalie Hill
Inkom,ID
Summary
Dedicated clinician well-versed in crisis management and clinical case management. Strong background in supporting client treatment plans. Compassionate and driven with unfailing work ethic and passion for helping others. My motivation to continue my higher education came from working with incarcerated individuals and recognizing the need for a better platform not only to advocate on their behalf, but also to create positive changes both in policy and community awareness.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
PWCC Clinician
Idaho Department Of Corrections
11.2019 - Current
- I have been responsible for knowing the policies and procedures related to my tasks and for working with the clinical team in order to provide the best services possible to our residents.
- I am trained in the use of eOMIS for documentation, have extensive experience conducting Suicide Risk Assessments according to IDOC policy, as well as in depth experience conducting intake assessments, LOC contacts, facilitating group therapy, and providing crisis management and interventions as needed.
- I have been trained by IDOC clinical leadership and am able to conduct Gender Dysphoria assessments, Mental Health Evaluations and Sex Offender Risk Assessments as needed.
- My position requires the use of multiple therapeutic modalities and the ability to be flexible and meet the resident at their level to ensure their needs are being met.
- Established appropriate course of treatment and implemented interventions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Pretrial Release Officer
Bannock County Court Services
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Interviewed inmates before their arraignment during which I was responsible for gathering as much information as possible in a short time in order to assist the judge in making a bond decision at the individual's initial court appearance.
- I was required to gather the information quickly and efficiently in order to have time to verify as much of the information as possible before I turn it over to the judge for review.
- Run criminal background checks and compile the data into a concise report that is given to the judge.
- Completed diversion court eligibility forms to determine if individuals would qualify for those alternate services.
- Supervising individuals who are released from jail under court services supervision until their sentencing including random drug screening and check in's with clients.
- If an individual was not compliant with the terms of their release, then I was required to write a warrant to inform the judge of the situation.
- There is a monthly cost to the individual who is under Court Services supervision and I was also responsible for adding those fees to their account
- For this position I have to maintain a professional and respectful working relationship with multiple departments within the system, as well as the clients and potential clients that we work with on a daily basis.
- Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
MSW Clinical Intern
Bannock County
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Counseled clients on life skills and coping mechanisms.
- Wrote notes, completed documentation for referrals and maintained case files.
- Assessed individuals under supervision of licensed social worker to help guide treatment planning.
- Contributed to multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning.
- Facilitated psychoeducational and therapeutic processing groups.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
Intensive Family Preservation Coordinator
The Bannock Youth Foundation
10.2016 - 12.2016
- Maintaining contact with my clients and assisting them in locating community resources when needed.
- Maintain case notes for each client and enter them into the tracking system in a timely manner.
- Visit some clients in their homes and help teach them life and family skills.
- Facilitated group treatment that we offered for the youth in foster care including creating a lesson plan and activities that would be both engaging and educational for the youth that I was working with.
- Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
- Engaged in staff meetings weekly to discuss cases and coordinate benefits for our clients with others within the institution.
Social Work Intern
Heritage Home Health And Hospice
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Shadowed three social workers as well as the chaplain in order to expand my understanding of field practice in different areas.
- Gained more knowledge of medical terminology as well as treatment options available for different illnesses while working in this field.
- Completed assessments and located resources for clients in need.
- Provided companionship services for clients as well as bereavement services for the families of those who have passed while on service with Heritage.
- Participated in facilitating an educational grief support group for individuals coping with the loss of a loved one.
- Successfully utilize multiple theories in order to provide supportive counseling services to clients.
Social Work Intern
Pacific Rim Counseling/Bannock County Family Court
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Accepted as an intern with Terry Fredrickson, CEO of New Day Products and Resources and licensed counselor in Pocatello, ID.
- Participated in facilitating groups utilizing both DBT and CBT theories for relapse prevention for individuals ordered to do so by the justice system.
- Utilized my social work knowledge as well as the insight from Mr. Fredrickson in order to further my skills and abilities as not only a group facilitator but as a knowledgeable social worker as well.
- Learned valuable information in regards to addiction and recovery processes as well as some of the inner workings of the court system and processes.
- My junior practicum hours were spent working with Lacy Parker, LMSW, in the Family Court Services at the Bannock County Courthouse.
- Facilitated the Silver Linings class that is offered by Family Court Services for children whose parents have filed for divorce or custody modifications.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID01.2016
Marsh Valley High School
05.2006
Skills
- Clinical Diagnostics
- Treatment Planning
- Records Management
- Group Facilitation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Suicide Risk Assessments
Timeline
PWCC Clinician
Idaho Department Of Corrections
11.2019 - Current
MSW Clinical Intern
Bannock County
08.2018 - 05.2019
Intensive Family Preservation Coordinator
The Bannock Youth Foundation
10.2016 - 12.2016
Pretrial Release Officer
Bannock County Court Services
06.2016 - 08.2019
Social Work Intern
Heritage Home Health And Hospice
01.2016 - 05.2016
Social Work Intern
Pacific Rim Counseling/Bannock County Family Court
01.2015 - 05.2015
Master of Arts - Social Work
Idaho State University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Idaho State University
Marsh Valley High School
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