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Nicole Kozal

Sault Ste. Marie,MI

Summary

Clinical social work professional with strong background in providing comprehensive mental health services. Adept at crisis intervention, case management, and developing tailored treatment plans. Consistently collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes for clients. Known for adaptability, reliability, and deep commitment to client well-being.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Social Worker

Sault Tribe Behavioral Health
10.2021 - Current
  • Updated treatment plans on quarterly / annual basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
  • Developed and implemented detailed pre-discharge plans.
  • Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans and referrals.
  • Individual therapy focused on CBT, DBT and Motivational Interviewing.
  • Crisis intervention services
  • Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
  • Developed and facilitated goal-oriented psycho-education to improve residents' quality of life.
  • Treated patients with mental health issues and dual-diagnoses such as substance use disorders.
  • Diagnosed clients by using DSM-IV-TR criteria.
  • Interviewed clients to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
  • Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments, developing tailored treatment plans, and providing ongoing support.
  • Recommended long-term residential treatment, short-term residential treatment and individualized and group drug counseling for clients with substance abuse issues.
  • Developed and implemented detailed pre-discharge plans for clients soon to be reintegrated into community.

Advocacy Resource Center Case Manager

Sault Tribe Of Chippewa Indians
08.2010 - 10.2021
  • Crisis Intervention and Safety Planning
  • Victim Advocacy/ Accompaniment to Emergency Medical Care/ Accompaniment to Medical Forensic Exam
  • Criminal Justice Advocacy/ Court Accompaniment/ Tribal, State and Federal Court
  • Law Enforcement Interview Advocacy/ Accompaniment
  • Cultural Advocacy
  • Transportation Assistance
  • Notification of Criminal Justice Event (Case Status, Arrest/Court Hearing/Case Disposition/Release).
  • Victim Impact Statement Assistance
  • Assistance with Restitution Request
  • Assistance with Personal Protection Order
  • Emergency Financial Assistance
  • Referrals to Other Services, Supports, and Resources (Includes Legal/Medical/Faith Based ORG).
  • Assistance with Employment Searches and Preparing for Interviews
  • Assistance with Budgeting
  • Assistance in Finding Sustainable Housing
  • Assistance with Accessing Resources
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
  • Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
  • Case Management

Internship Student

Great Lakes Recovery Center
07.2020 - 05.2021
  • Individual Therapy (CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing)
  • Assessments (Biopsychosocial, ASAM, GAD-7, PHQ-9, Treatment Plans, Relapse Prevention Plans, Interpretive Summaries, Continuing Care Plans, and Discharge Summaries.
  • Group Therapy
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Provided Individual, Legal & Cultural Advocacy
  • Made Appropriate Referrals
  • Provided Available Community Resources.
  • Attended Staff Meetings
  • Attended Available Trainings
  • Developed professional skills through hands-on experiences, including time management and effective communication.
  • Improved internship experience by efficiently managing assigned tasks and meeting deadlines.
  • Received positive feedback from supervisors, reflecting a strong commitment to personal growth and development throughout the internship program.
  • Gained practical experience in various aspects of the field, applying academic knowledge to real-world situations.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new concepts and techniques as required for different assignments within the program.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.

Internship Student

Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians ACFS
07.2019 - 04.2020
  • Assisted in Creating Service Plans/Strengths and Needs Assessments
  • Participated in Family Team Meetings/wrap around meetings
  • Facilitated Supervised Visitations
  • Participated in Ex Parte Removal Hearings, Adjudication Hearings, Dispositional Hearings, Review Hearings and Permanency Planning Hearings.
  • Participated in Child Welfare Committee
  • Participated in Permanency Planning Meetings
  • Facilitated clients in overall goal of reunification
  • Delivered high-quality work consistently, demonstrating strong work ethic and dedication to the internship program
  • Collaborated with outside agencies for clients needs.
  • Case management

Education

Master's of Social Work - MSW

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Lake Superior State University
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
12.2011

Skills

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Group Therapy Facilitation
  • Case Management
  • Coordination Services
  • Individual Therapy
  • Accuracy and efficiency in documentation
  • Psychosocial assessments
  • Treatment planning
  • SMART goals
  • Regulatory compliance (HIPAA)

Additional Information

Formerly served on the Multi-Disciplinary Team (Sault Tribe)

Formerly served on the Child Protective Service Team (Sault Tribe)

Formerly served on the Domestic Violence Court Team (Sault Tribe)

Formerly served on the Chippewa County Domestic Violence Task Force

Formerly served on the Chippewa County Eldercare MDT

Currently serving on the Risk Committee/PSO Team for Sault Tribe Health Center

Timeline

Clinical Social Worker

Sault Tribe Behavioral Health
10.2021 - Current

Internship Student

Great Lakes Recovery Center
07.2020 - 05.2021

Internship Student

Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians ACFS
07.2019 - 04.2020

Advocacy Resource Center Case Manager

Sault Tribe Of Chippewa Indians
08.2010 - 10.2021

Master's of Social Work - MSW

Michigan State University

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Lake Superior State University

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