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Sabrena M Shields LCSW

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Dedicated and highly skilled Licensed Clinical Social Worker seeking the position as Behavioral Health Consultant. With a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care through a comprehensive skill set that includes excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Proficient in a wide range of behavioral interventions, crisis intervention, and various therapeutic modalities, Excelled in providing individual, couple, family, and group psychotherapy to diverse populations. The ability to foster meaningful connections with clients and tailor evidence-based treatment plans to meet their unique needs has consistently yielded positive outcomes, promoting mental health and well-being. With a strong commitment to professional growth and a passion for enhancing the lives of those I serve, I am a valuable asset in any behavioral health setting.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Therapist

Grow Therapy
09.2022 - Current
  • Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
  • Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
  • Delivered brief interventions to help clients develop healthy coping skills.
  • Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
  • Tracked progress according to goals for interventions.
  • Developed strategies to help patients cope with stress and anxiety and build resilience.
  • Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
  • Implemented evidence-based interventions through cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy.

Student Center Counselor

City Of Decatur Schools
08.2018 - Current
  • Co-Facilitator of Equitable Parent Outreach Initiative-providing outreach programming at the Decatur Housing Authority for City of Decatur Schools families
  • Promotes the development of communication and social skills, problem solving skills, anger management skills, conflict resolution skills as well as self regulation and self determination
  • Serves a liaison among school, families and community agencies for students
  • Collaborates with school psychologist, counselors, social workers, teachers, Student Success Coordinator, RTI coordinator, and community agencies to provide additional support to students
  • Administers evidenced-based/research-based interventions chosen by the district (Check and Connect, Mindfulness training, etc.) for students
  • Effectively uses social and emotional learning (SEL) skills and practices, models and strategies to produce beneficial intervention outcomes for students
  • Maintains awareness of trends and best practices in student development, engagement, and intervention
  • Regularly assesses the overall effectiveness of the In School Suspension program; recommends and implements program changes and improvements as identified and approved
  • Adheres to all Federal and State statutes, rules, laws and regulations, and all School Board and District policies and regulations
  • Sponsor for after school girls mentor group Young Ladies of Excellence


Social Worker II

Fresenius Kidney Care South Dekalb / Rockdale
10.2017 - 08.2018
  • Participated in care planning in collaboration with the patient and healthcare team
  • Identified effective interventions to assist patient meet rehabilitation, treatment goals, and improve quality of life
  • Completed patient psycho-social assessments
  • Completed treatment plan to achieve goals
  • Provided supportive and goal directed counseling to an average caseload of 90 patients who were seeking kidney transplant
  • Assessed patient awareness of Advance Directives, Do Not Resuscitate Orders, and community resources

Student & Family Advocate/School Social Worker

Iowa City Community School District
08.2014 - 06.2017
  • Facilitated school based support for100 students with partner agencies and school staff
  • Communicated with parents regarding available intervention(s) & about student progress (academic, behavior or attendance)
  • Developed case management strategies & goals for students on caseload
  • Provided one on one counseling to students in crisis situations & de-escalation situations, ongoing daily support
  • Established positive rapport with students and parents through family events, home calls, emails and Parent teacher conferences

Family Support Specialist

Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County
04.2012 - 08.2014
  • Maintained a caseload of 30 families
  • Completed child assessments using Ages & Stages
  • Assisted clients with setting goals
  • Facilitated parenting classes and community groups
  • Maintained a caseload of 100 families, providing individual support and group interventions as part of the family action plan
  • Facilitated Permanency Team Meetings (PTM) and family meetings
  • Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters

Education

Master of Arts - Social Work

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05.2011

Skills

  • Patient Health Assessments
  • Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
  • Case Planning and Management
  • Community Service Programs
  • Clinical Assessments
  • Dynamic Communication Skills
  • Therapeutic Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Build Coping Skills
  • Interpersonal and Written Communication
  • Emotional Support
  • Treatment Options
  • Charting and Other Documentation

Accomplishments

  • Founding Advisor-Successful Students Inspired through Knowledge Education & Diversity Jr.High-2014-2017 (a group that created a safe haven underserved students to discuss societal issues, racism, the group also celebrated diversity via trips and a school wide diversity dinner)
  • Iowa City Community School District -Shine Award- 2016 (The Iowa City Community School District Shine Award recognizes employees who positively influence, inspire, and make a lasting impact on those they work with every day. Awards are presented to recipients in their classroom environment, among the students and peers they have impacted through their work.)
  • North Liberty Police Department Community Forum-2016-(Created & Facilitated A Successful Police Discussion with Police Officers and community members to discuss recent police issues and establish a relationship between the officers and community members)
  • Iowa City Youth Ally Award 2017-(The Iowa City Human Rights Youth Awards recognizes local youth & adults that contribute to the community)

Certification

Type-S Level 5 Certification

Timeline

Therapist

Grow Therapy
09.2022 - Current

Student Center Counselor

City Of Decatur Schools
08.2018 - Current

Social Worker II

Fresenius Kidney Care South Dekalb / Rockdale
10.2017 - 08.2018

Student & Family Advocate/School Social Worker

Iowa City Community School District
08.2014 - 06.2017

Family Support Specialist

Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County
04.2012 - 08.2014

Master of Arts - Social Work

University of Iowa

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

University of Iowa

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