Dedicated LCSW well-versed at liaising with clients to foster access to community resources, treatment and assistance programs. Strong background in supporting client treatment plans. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychotherapist
Peach Tree Health
01.2018 - Current
Member of an interdisciplinary team at an FQHC providing therapy services to patients from the underserved community.
Perform client assessments and develop treatment plans tailored to their individual needs.
Document client progress in confidential files and complete mandated reporting when indicated.
Participate on local community boards as a representative of Peach Tree Health to address local issues such as homelessness.
Counsel individuals to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
Referred clients to other specialists, agencies, or support services as necessary.
Medical Social Worker
Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento
03.2015 - 12.2017
Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.
Explained medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions.
Provided crisis intervention services to individuals facing medical, emotional and mental health challenges in hospital setting.
Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
Assessed risk factors of patients for 5150 evaluations and made referrals for further services.
Medical Social Worker
Mercy San Juan Medical Center
01.2014 - 03.2015
Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
Explained medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions.
Provided ongoing counseling to help patients deal with conditions and processes on Oncology and Neurology Units.
Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources for after discharge.
Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
Coordinated patient discharge planning and follow-up care.
Supplemental Medical Social Worker
Dignity Health
08.2013 - 01.2014
Provided as needed coverage for staffing at all the Dignity Hospitals in the Sacramento Area and all the different medical units.
Addressed referrals placed by staff and patients for patient care needs and discharge planning.
Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
Residential Counselor
Howard Center Park Street Program
12.2007 - 09.2009
Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
Resolved conflicts by performing in-time crisis intervention, de-escalation techniques, and enforcing discipline and behavior metrics.
Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
Developed and implemented comprehensive individualized treatment plans for high-risk clients in residential setting.
Education
Master of Social Work -
California State University
Sacramento, CA
05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Castleton State College
Castleton, VT
05.2007
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Castleton State College
Castleton, VT
05.2007
Skills
Patient Consultations
Crisis Intervention
Psychiatric Evaluation
Psychosocial Assessments
Medical Care Counseling
Coordinating Services
Interdisciplinary Coordination
Healthcare Recordkeeping
Neglect Investigation
Conflict Negotiation
Legal Compliance
Patient Assistance
Timeline
Psychotherapist
Peach Tree Health
01.2018 - Current
Medical Social Worker
Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento
03.2015 - 12.2017
Medical Social Worker
Mercy San Juan Medical Center
01.2014 - 03.2015
Supplemental Medical Social Worker
Dignity Health
08.2013 - 01.2014
Residential Counselor
Howard Center Park Street Program
12.2007 - 09.2009
Master of Social Work -
California State University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Castleton State College
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Castleton State College
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