NICOLE LETINSKY
Boise,ID
Summary
Experienced Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) skilled in creating secure and supportive environments for individuals on their personal growth journey. Expert in fostering safe spaces for free expression of concerns, thoughts, and emotions. Committed to guiding and empowering individuals dedicated to positive life transformations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inpatient Social Worker
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
- Worked the inpatient psychiatric unit as the only social worker.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions for addressing issues such as substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders.
- Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
- Established trusting relationships with patients through active listening, empathy, and understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Developed partnerships with community organizations to expand services and referrals.
- Provided case management to ensure that clients have access to community resources and Veteran benefits and resources.
- Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
- Facilitated successful client transitions from residential facilities to independent living situations with appropriate supports in place.
- Enhanced community outreach efforts for better service accessibility and increased program enrollment.
Therapist
Center for Change
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans, establishing goals with the help of the patient
- Conduct assessments and use the DSM-5 to determine accurate diagnoses and level of care
- Help patients to understand and deal with mental health issues, recommending effective coping skills
- Provide direct therapeutic and educational services by facilitating individual, group, and family therapy
- Encourage patients to participate fully in all aspects of their treatment
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress and treatment plans
- Manage caseloads, including intakes and crisis management, and prevention
- Worked with staff members to encourage a productive and healing environment for patients
- Develop and complete appropriate discharge and relapse prevention planning and ensure that patient aftercare appointments are made prior to discharge
- Used various therapeutic interventions, such as psychodynamic, person-centered, and DBT
- Engage in community outreach
- Develop therapeutic relationship with patient
- Participate multidisciplinary team meetings
- Attend weekly supervision for consultation with cases
- Maintain regular communication to providers and families in a timely manner
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Dependable, punctual, accountable, and uses time wisely
- Follow the protocol and guidelines of PHP, IOP, and OP level of care
- Maintain knowledge and understanding of all policies and procedures
- Attend CEU training workshops
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
Nanny
Free Lance
01.2015 - 12.2022
- Provided a safe, caring, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to thrive, develop and grow.
- Transported children to and from school, lessons, appointments, and other events
- Coordinated everyday activities that met educational, social, physical and emotional needs of the child
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
Veteran Affairs Internship
Veteran Affairs
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Conducted one on one individual sessions with patients
- Substance Abuse screenings
- Completed notes in CPRS
- Attended weekly Veteran Treatment Court (VTC) and Staffing
- Made follow up phone calls with Veterans who graduate VTC
- Attended weekly Veteran Justice Outreach (VJO) meetings, SUD meetings, and Behavioral Health meetings
- Engaged in supervision weekly to discuss any topics that I was seeking more assistance on
- Identified and manage ethical dilemmas by seeking guidance from my supervisor and utilize the code of ethics
- Learned how to adapt different interventions based on the needs of the patient
- Recognize and discuss how cultural experiences can play a key role in my patient's treatment
- Learned and identified policies that were hindering the Veteran population
- Engage in critical thinking to evaluate what practices best serve your patient's individual needs
- Attend training on evidence-based practices used by the agency
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Internship
Interfaith Sanctuary Homeless Shelter
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Assisted in the management of the daily operations that allow the shelter to function such as; assisting guest with bed check ins, making sure the shelter is fully stocked, assignment of lockers to keep their belonging safe, and much more
- Developed the ability to multitask with several guest in highly stressful situations
- Developed rapport with guests to understand how to best meet their needs
- Learned how to deescalate crisis situations to maintain homeostasis
- Performed intake protocol on new guest that complies with Interfaith policies and procedures
- Trained volunteer and service learns on the shift policies and procedures
- Offered case management with individual guest to help them access resources and services to help allow the guest to gain stability
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Counselor
The Discovery House
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Created bio-psychosocial assessments for developing effective individual treatment plans for my caseload
- Developed individualized treatments plans and monitors clients progress in achieving goals through individual sessions, family consults, and education groups
- Attended and actively participates in clinical staff meetings to review and adjust client treatment plans, while collaborating with the Clinical Director
- Facilitated groups such as; education, open process, and life skills that focus on improving and restoring clients functioning
- Performed intake and discharge assessments while staying in compliance with Shift Supervisor/Support Staff, the Discovery House Joint Commission Accreditation guidelines
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-sufficiency.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
Shift Supervisor/Support Staff
The Discovery House
03.2018 - 11.2018
- Responsible for providing general supervision of the 30 bed facility to include: direction, oversight and support to assist in screening, assessment and enrollment of new client's intake and discharge process
- Ensuring the shift was operating efficiently and effectively
- Assisted in all levels of day to day operations
- Liaison for our Sister companies providing support with: COH Residential facility, 2 male sober living, and 1 female sober living
- Assisted in providing safe and high-quality care for clients by utilizing therapeutic methods to help normalize feelings, validate experiences and help clients see the value of treatment
- Attending to client's essential needs while on detoxification or residential status
- Effectively ran daily meetings to ensure that shift information was being efficiently communicated to staff
- Provided two-day training for new hires covering therapeutic methods, job duties, and company protocol & policies, while providing support and ensuring procedures are consistent across 10-15 staff
- Conducted and documented social ideation and socialization assessments on Best Notes, allowing insurance carriers to see clients progress in treatment
- Prepared end of shift report to inform administration of crisis situations, maintenance issues, client acclimation, and house activities
- Processed time sheets & PTO for Payroll on Work logic
- Provided leadership, motivation and support to my support staff
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
Aide, Assistant Teacher
BSU Children Center
08.2013 - 02.2017
- Supervised and monitored the safety of children in our care while providing a child friendly environment
- Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children explore new activities daily
- Monitored and documented children's educational, emotional development with individual charts and files
- Coordinated everyday activities around a schedule that met educational, social, physical and emotional needs of the children
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Boise State University
Boise, ID05.2021
B.S. - Psychology
Boise State University
Boise, ID12.2016
Diploma -
Granada Hills Charter High School
Granada Hills, CA08.2011
Skills
- Crisis management skills
- Direct patient support
- Supportive mental health counseling
- Safety risk assessment
- Advocacy for resident rights
- Collaborative leadership approach
- Facilitating group therapy sessions
- Organizational time skills
- Childcare experience
- Community support
- Client advocacy and empathetic
- Compassionate
- Case management
- Biopsychosocial assessments
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Certification
LMSW, Certified Social Worker
Timeline
Inpatient Social Worker
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Therapist
Center for Change
08.2021 - 08.2024
Veteran Affairs Internship
Veteran Affairs
08.2020 - 05.2021
Internship
Interfaith Sanctuary Homeless Shelter
08.2019 - 07.2020
Counselor
The Discovery House
11.2018 - 04.2019
Shift Supervisor/Support Staff
The Discovery House
03.2018 - 11.2018
Nanny
Free Lance
01.2015 - 12.2022
Aide, Assistant Teacher
BSU Children Center
08.2013 - 02.2017
B.S. - Psychology
Boise State University
Diploma -
Granada Hills Charter High School
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Boise State University
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