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Samantha Agricola Liehr
Culver City,CA
Summary
Compassionate, attuned, client focused, victim advocate clinician in the mental health field, familiar with clinical assessments, treatment planning and ongoing evaluations. Well-versed in effective intervention strategies and a variety of assessment techniques. Adept using a trauma informed approach and strength-based therapy methods to facilitate client awareness, emotional growth and empowerment, within individual and family therapy. Seeking to bring over 15 years of related experience to a challenging new role. Strong clinical judgment, creative problem solving, Crisis intervention, Mental health evaluations and Organization advocate and representative with a background in customer service. Highly organized multitasker with excellent communication and time management skills, working as part of a team to facilitate internal organization and offering solutions to workplace issues.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Clinical Director/ Clinician
Victory Starts Now
06.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with external partners such as Office of Diversion and Reentry, ICMS workers/Interim housing and referral sources to ensure continuity of care for patients.
- Directed crisis intervention services when necessary; provided support during critical incidents, and ensured the well-being of all involved parties.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Promoted a safe working environment for staff by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for growth.
- Conducted weekly 1:1 sessions with up to 35 clients, and conducted weekly mental health and substance abuse groups for ongoing clinical care.
Substance Abuse Therapist
Undisclosed
09.2022 - Current
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning with 25-50 people weekly.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Client focused theory.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in Telehealth setting, with caseload of 20 people and 25-50 per group.
Assistant to the Health Office
Brentwood School
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Maintained HIPAA certification, adhered to all HIPAA standards and regulations; Used Magnus software, checked and updated student vaccination status, kept families informed about required immunizations, printed blue cards for entire east campus, approximately 950 students.
- Communicated with students, employees, and families; answered incoming calls to health office and provided guidance to callers.
- COVID: Kept weekly spreadsheet updated, checked emails and PMH lab results and updated and communicated with families.
- Contact tracing certified, assisted with contact tracing, reporting, and clearance to return to campus. Checked AED's monthly and documented response.
- Provided support to Nurse during all emergencies or crisis; Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity; Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
Mental Health Clinician
Centurion/Vitalcore-CRCF & NWCorrectional Facility
05.2020 - 11.2020
- Delivered client assessments for those struggling with addiction or relationship issues and implemented strategies based on client needs.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion; Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Applied array of different methodologies to assist patients with therapy; Completed one-on-one counseling with at least 6 clients daily within prison system, both male and female inmates.
Customer Service Representative For HSI Tip Line
Integral Consulting
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Interviewed 15-30 callers daily to collect information regarding immigration issues, including: incarcerations, human smuggling, human trafficking, financial fraud, domestic violence, child exploitation, illegal reentry, deportation, businesses involved with immigration violations, transnational gangs, drug smuggling, identity theft, and illegal possession of firearms
- Interpreted call information and prepared cohesive reports for HSI_ICE field agents to review and act upon, with possibility of arrest/apprehension
- Reports were required to include facts and to be disseminated to specialized departments within Homeland Security Investigations; Training consisted of: PII, Cyber Awareness, Insider Threats, and HSI Records, Management Confidentiality was required at all times
School Based Clinician
Lamoille County Mental Health Services, Hazen Union School
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Bio psychosocial assessment, Learning disability awareness, Assessed needs of over 15 students on weekly basis, including performing mental assessments to determine their level of functioning and needs; Collaborated with teachers and administrators to discuss academic and emotional needs of students
- Assessed students for special needs and referred them to appropriate services; Met with students to conduct individual assessments which determine academic and mental health needs; Provided therapeutic program services to 15-20 students
Clinical Intern
Johnson State College Wellness Center
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Met with and conducted therapy with clients on weekly basis; Created treatment plans and diagnosis using DSM-5 and z-codes,
- Maintained confidentiality and kept track of sessions in specific required documentation; Wrote up weekly and monthly progress notes for each client; Wrote discharge summaries and made referrals when appropriate; Performed alcohol and suicide risk assessments
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Saint Michael's College
Colchester, VT 01.2010 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology and Environmental Studies
Hobart And William Smith Colleges
Geneva, NY 08.1993 - 05.1997
Skills
Good listening skillsundefined
Software
Microsoft Teams
Google Sheets/Docs
Timeline
Clinical Director/ Clinician
Victory Starts Now
06.2023 - Current
Substance Abuse Therapist
Undisclosed
09.2022 - Current
Assistant to the Health Office
Brentwood School
10.2021 - 10.2022
Mental Health Clinician
Centurion/Vitalcore-CRCF & NWCorrectional Facility
05.2020 - 11.2020
Customer Service Representative For HSI Tip Line
Integral Consulting
03.2019 - 08.2020
School Based Clinician
Lamoille County Mental Health Services, Hazen Union School
08.2017 - 08.2018
Clinical Intern
Johnson State College Wellness Center
08.2015 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Saint Michael's College
01.2010 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology and Environmental Studies
Hobart And William Smith Colleges
08.1993 - 05.1997
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