Competent Clinical Social Worker with 7 years of experience working with clients to resolve mental health issues and promote positive living choices. Knowledge of varying therapy modalities and individual outpatient clinical therapies. Demonstrates understanding and sensitivity to serving culturally diverse populations while being creativity and flexible on delivery of services.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinician ASW
Telecare Corporation
05.2023 - Current
Conduct clinical biopsychosocial assessments to set therapeutic goals and evaluate patient histories, complaints and current symptoms
Maintain accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.
Provide consultation on psychosocial aspects of care as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team; serves as a liaison to community programs; assists and collaborates with multidisciplinary team and practices independently.
Provide crisis intervention, short or long term counseling and linkage to resources in the community
Collaborate with social services, referral sources and other treatment professionals to meet patient care needs.
Provide psycho-education and facilitate weekly DBT groups for 6-10 clients
Associate Therapist
Relationship Therapy Center
03.2022 - 03.2023
Conducted individual, teens, children, couples, and family counseling sessions as clinically indicated to provide psychotherapeutic interventions, establish and assess treatment goals.
Held caseload of 20-22 clients weekly
Utilized therapy modalities on case-by-case basis such as Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Self-Compassion and Mindfulness
Created & conducted presentations on Anxiety, OCD, Exposure Response Prevention Therapy and ADHD
Associate Therapist
The Anxiety Treatment Center Of Sacramento
07.2021 - 01.2022
Gathered information about clients using observational techniques and interviews, case histories and other assessment methodologies.
Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing struggles with mental health diagnosis, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
Provided intensive therapy for 4 patients daily with diagnosis such as OCD, Anxiety, Phobias and mood disorders.
Provided clients with support in adjustment to mental health and facilitated goals of care conversations with client and families.
Facilitated group therapy for up to 15 clients 2 times weekly with focus on self-advocacy, coping skills and empowerment.
Utilized therapy modalities on case-by-case basis such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Self-Compassion and Mindfulness
Behavioral Health Associate
Turning Point Community Programs
09.2017 - 07.2021
Provided community support services to dually diagnosed adults living with psychiatric disorders and intellectual disabilities, holding a caseload of up to 12 clients.
Assisted assigned members to identify and progress toward achievement of member chosen goals.
Advocated for members in all areas of treatment and helped them apply for and receive resource services throughout community.
Assisted staff and members in the development and implementation of activities and groups.
Facilitated communication and cooperation among varying community agencies.
Participated in client medication outreach, coordinate communication between doctor, client, and pharmacy.
Educated community and other agencies of client’s needs.
Maintained completed documentation of all services members received.
MSW Clinical Intern to Clinical Director
Turning Point Community Programs TSS
01.2019 - 09.2020
Assisted Clinical director with intake process for all new incoming clients.
Assessed clients via DSM-V to support diagnosis paperwork.
Conducted therapy with 4 different clients.
Worked on format of New Employee Handbook.
Collaborated with Quality Assurance assistant on how to review clinical documentation.
Attended various trainings on clinical modalities to support therapy work.
Facilitated varying groups related to living with mental health, coping skills, understanding your diagnosis etc.
BSW Intern- Student and Family Support Center
Will C. Wood Middle School
09.2015 - 05.2016
Assessed and case managed 10 adolescents in 7th and 8th grade.
Identified various needs such as social/emotional, learning difficulties, bullying, mental health and home life concerns.
Connected teens and families to outside community resources.
Worked closely with CPS, Human service department, school resource officers, principles, and therapists/counselors.
Trained on subjects - mandated reporting, group process work, EDAPT, public welfare benefits, LGBTQ and bullying.
Counseling Clerk II
American River Community College
06.2014 - 08.2017
Served as initial source of information and assistance to students contacting counseling center.
Supported students in crisis with outside mental health resources.
Answered multi-lined phones to communicate varying needs of students/customers.
Reviewed files, records and other documents while assisting students at front counter.
Prepared and monitored daily schedule for counselors.
Assisted in developing forms and procedures for counseling center.
Conducted presentations for Mental Health Awareness, Stress and Student life struggles
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Social Work
California State University of Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
Associate of Arts Degree - Social Science
American River Community College
Sacramento, CA
Skills
Crisis Intervention
Biopsychosocial assessments
Clinical interventions
Case management proficiency
DSM-IV knowledge
Clinical Documentation
Good Work Ethic
Reliable & Trustworthy
Certification
Associate Clinical Social Worker registered with BBS - Currently waiting to test for LCSW license as all hours have been reached