NICOLE BAKER
North Hollywood,CA
Summary
Skilled Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a proven track record at Child and Family Guidance Center, enhancing client wellbeing through evidence-based interventions and comprehensive care coordination. Expert in trauma informed practice, cognitive behavioral therapy and cross-cultural competence, I've significantly improved outcomes for diverse populations. My collaborative approach and program development skills have fostered inclusive, supportive environments across various roles.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Child and Family Guidance Center
10.2018 - 09.2024
- Provided individual, family, and group psychotherapy at a non-profit mental health agency
- Implemented therapeutic interventions, and Evidence Based Practices with clients
- Developed diagnoses, treatment plans, and interventions for children and adults experiencing mental illness, learning disabilities, and emotional disturbances
- Collaborated with colleagues developing curriculums for group treatment
- Facilitated diverse group treatment in office and via Telehealth including LGBTQIA groups, Healing Through Art Groups, SONIC Teens (music therapy group), and VALID group (Transgender and Gender Expansive support)
- Participated in the CalWORKS program serving qualifying adult clients
- Helped to strengthen their support systems, improve mental health symptoms, and work towards employment
- Worked closely collaborating with colleagues to provide comprehensive services
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Collaborated with community resources for effective case management, optimizing the support network for clients.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage clients towards positive behavioral changes that supported their recovery goals.
- Maintained timely documentation of client progress, ensuring high-quality care and adherence to ethical guidelines.
- Developed psychoeducational materials to educate clients on mental health topics, promoting self-awareness and understanding.
- Enhanced collaborative care for clients by coordinating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Assisted clients in developing and achieving realistic goals, leading to improved overall wellbeing.
- Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients experiencing acute symptoms or distress.
- Implemented cognitive-behavioral techniques to help clients change negative thought patterns and improve their coping strategies.
- Enabled smoother transitions between levels of care by effectively communicating with referring providers about client progress and treatment recommendations.
- Improved client outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
- Advocated for client needs within interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring adequate representation and access to necessary resources.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and developed individualized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs.
- Delivered culturally sensitive counseling services, fostering inclusivity and respect within diverse client populations.
- Diagnosed clients by using DSM-IV criteria
- Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.
Teen Program Facilitator
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Co-facilitated teen group meetings for students of color from low income families
- Provided programming covering social justice issues
- Organized and Implemented a Gender Empowerment Retreat for teens
- Created safe and supportive environments, inclusive for all students
Educator & Community Development Project Manager
United States Peace Corps
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Company Overview: Lesotho, Africa
- Facilitated Life Skills education with Grades 4-10 on topics such as sexual health, HIV, gender inequality, substance abuse, etc
- Provided clubs, teacher trainings, and HIV education programs for the community
- Taught English as a second language at the local primary school in Maseru
- Led a community project to renovate the local primary school in Maseru
- Lesotho, Africa
Assistant School Social Worker
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Provided social/emotional support services to students with behavioral challenges at an alternative high school
- Led Cognitive Behavioral Therapy group sessions
- Served students of color who faced oppression and discrimination
- Advocated for student services and academic support
- Worked to improve policy that promoted institutionalized discrimination
Education Project for Homeless Youth
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Provided resources and services to homeless youth in Washtenaw county
- Improved professional development, organization, and documentation
- Communicated and partnered with local organizations to provide equitable services to children and families
Assistant Outreach Coordinator
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Planned and implemented outreach activities for sexual assault survivors
- Demonstrated professionalism, confidentiality, responsibility, flexibility, and creativity to protect clients and build rapport
Preschool Facilitator
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum; applied Reggio Emilia Approach with children ages 3 to 5
- Facilitated 'play' by utilizing guidance techniques, and positive language
- Promoted cooperation and teamwork by developing a classroom garden
Education
Master's - Social Work, Peace Corps Master's International Program
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
01.2018
B.A. - Child Development, Minor in Psychology
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, CHICO
01.2014
Skills
- Cross-Cultural Competence
- Community Development
- Facilitation Skills/ Classroom Management
- Program Development
- Event Organizing
- Lesson Plan Development
- Flexibility & Integration Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Assessment Skills
- Developing and Facilitating Groups
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Multicultural Competence
- Suicide Prevention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Discharge Planning
- Family therapy
- Substance abuse treatment
- Sexual Assault Advocacy
- Parenting education
- Trauma-informed care
- HIPAA Regulations
- Strengths-based practices
- Coordinating Care
- LGBTQ populations
Certificatesandtrainings
- TRAUMA FOCUSED COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY, Evidence Based Practice utilized in clinical therapy with children and families
- POSITIVE PARENTING PRACTICES, Evidence Based Practice utilized in clinical therapy with children and families
- GRASSROOTS SOCCER COACH, HIV education program, graduated over 300 students, trained three local coaches
- COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY CERTIFICATE, Completed online trainings, implemented CBT sessions
Personal Information
Title: LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER
Activities
- Cultural Relational Therapy
- Adventure Therapy
- Travel, Health, Sustainability
- BRO/GLOW Camp Co-facilitator
- Dean's Honor List 2012-2014
- Managed 'Poverty Simulation'
- Community Action Volunteer
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of three in the development of group curriculums (Transgender "VALID" Group, LGBTQ+ "Connections" Group)
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Association of Social Work Boards.
- Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CIBHS July 2020
Timeline
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Child and Family Guidance Center
10.2018 - 09.2024
Teen Program Facilitator
01.2018 - 05.2018
Educator & Community Development Project Manager
United States Peace Corps
01.2015 - 12.2017
Assistant School Social Worker
01.2015 - 06.2015
Education Project for Homeless Youth
09.2014 - 01.2015
Assistant Outreach Coordinator
01.2014 - 05.2014
Preschool Facilitator
08.2013 - 05.2014
B.A. - Child Development, Minor in Psychology
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, CHICO
Master's - Social Work, Peace Corps Master's International Program
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
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