Ryan W. Smothers, MSW, LICSW
Crossville,USA
Summary
Experienced with providing compassionate and effective support to clients in need. Utilizes strong crisis intervention techniques to manage challenging situations. Knowledge of effective case management and therapeutic practices.
Clinical social work professional prepared to deliver impactful support and counseling services. Extensive experience in addressing complex needs and enhancing client well-being. Emphasizes team collaboration and adaptive problem-solving to achieve results. Expertise in crisis intervention and mental health support.
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
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Private Practice (via Headway/Telehealth)
02.2025 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for clients and families to identify needs and resources.
- Provides emotional support and counseling to clients with life's challenges.
- Goal to improve client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments, developing tailored treatment plans, and providing ongoing support.
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Shepherd’s Cove Hospice
08.2024 - Current
- Current Social Work Position July 7, 2018-Present
- Place of employment is at Shepherd's Cove Hospice and Shepherd's Cove Palliative and Supportive Care.
- Facilitate in-school bereavement support groups for grades Kindergarten through 12th grade.
- Facilitate individual and group sessions.
- Work with patients and their families using a biopsychosocial, spiritual, and cultural assessment tool to identify and advocate for clients' needs.
- Facilitate monthly grief support groups in 21 assigned schools serving over 100 students.
Internship
Shepherd’s Cove Hospice
03.2018 - 05.2018
- Completed in-home, individual, in-school, and group counseling.
- Answered and completed phone calls, advocating at local events, and worked with individuals and families in the inpatient unit and in the community.
- Completed comprehensive assessments.
Internship
DeKalb County Department of Human Resources
03.2017 - 05.2017
- Interacted with house-parents to address needs, safety plan training, ISP and CFA training, transporting to appointments, and placing children in homes.
- Answered phones, sent faxes, filed papers, created file folders, updated forms and records, and made copies.
Education
Doctor of Social Work Candidate - Social Work
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA05-2029
Masters of Social Work - Adults And Families
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2018
Bachelor of Social Work - Generalist Practice
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, Alabama04.2017
Associates of Science - General Studies
Snead State Community College
Boaz, Alabama05.2015
Master of Science - General Studies
Northeast Alabama Community College
Rainsville, Alabama05.2014
Skills
- Trauma-informed care
- Suicide risk assessment
- Case management
- Psychoeducation
- Facilitating groups
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Assessment skills
- Individual therapy
- Treatment plans
- Grief counseling
- Strengths-based practices
Websites
Certification
- LICSW - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing)-Informed
- LMSW-S- Licensed Master Social Worker, Supervisor
Timeline
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Private Practice (via Headway/Telehealth)
02.2025 - Current
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Shepherd’s Cove Hospice
08.2024 - Current
Internship
Shepherd’s Cove Hospice
03.2018 - 05.2018
Internship
DeKalb County Department of Human Resources
03.2017 - 05.2017
Doctor of Social Work Candidate - Social Work
Tulane University
Masters of Social Work - Adults And Families
The University of Alabama
Bachelor of Social Work - Generalist Practice
Jacksonville State University
Associates of Science - General Studies
Snead State Community College
Master of Science - General Studies
Northeast Alabama Community College
Community Involvement/Honors
- Phi Alpha Honor Society JSU Spring 2017
- National Association of Social Workers JSU Spring 2017
- Social Work Club JSU Fall 2016
- President’s List JSU Fall 2016
- Dean’s List JSU Spring 2015
- Phi Theta Kappa SSCC Fall 2014- 2015
- Sigma Kappa Delta SSCC Fall 2014- 2015
- Phi Theta Kappa NACC Spring 2013-2014