Samantha Jones
Converse,TX
Summary
Compassionate Clinical Social Worker with ten years of experience counseling and advocating for clients in community and hospital organizations. History of encouraging and empowering clients toward improved self-esteem and self-efficacy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LCSW
Rehab Without Walls Home & Community
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare team to support continuity of care and coordination of services.
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
- Explained medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning and follow-up care.
- Provided ongoing counseling to help patients deal with conditions and processes
- Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Managed caseload to satisfy multiple patients with diverse needs.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
Behavioral Health Provider
LCSW - STG International Contracting
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Delivered individualized counseling services to women seeking asylum in the United States suffering from issues such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, adjustment and grief.
- Collaborated with medical and clinical personnel to coordinate and implement client services.
- Educated clients and families about mental health issues, treatments and resources.
- Administered psychological tests and assessments to determine client needs.
- Facilitated support groups for clients to discuss issues related to mental health.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
Lifestance Health
Lifestance Health
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Conducted assessments to determine progress and performance and report findings to relevant authorities.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
Program Therapist
Seton Edgar B. Davis Heritage IOP
09.2016 - 09.2021
- Helped clients work through emotional and psychological issues in both individual and group therapy sessions.
- Built and maintained therapeutic relationships, fostering positive, supportive and empowering client environments.
- Facilitated support groups, supporting safe and collaborative environments for clients.
- Worked with clinical psychiatrist and primary care physician to review patient progress and update treatment plans.
- Supported clients in developing coping skills to help patients manage life challenges and difficulties.
- Provided crisis intervention to support clients during times of urgent need.
- Introduced meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques, and grounding techniques to patients and families.
Service Coordinator
Family Eldercare
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Assist older adults and residents with disabilities within public housing
communities locate support services that allow them to age in place - Attended regularly scheduled case management and staff meetings.
- Provided safety planning, crisis intervention, and case management services to clients, family, and legal guardians.
- Coordinated and organized wellness events with support from community vendors and agencies
- Assisted residents with completing Advanced Directives
- Assisted residents with applying for state and government benefits like SNAP, Social Security and Medicaid.
Hospice Social Worker
Hospice Austin
01.2016 - 08.2016
- Provided grief support to patients and families impacted by terminal illness with a prognosis of 6 months or less
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
- Developed individual treatment plans and provided counseling to patients.
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals facing medical, emotional and mental health challenges in hospital setting.
- Provided patient and family education on available resources and self-care strategies.
Owner
Mind Your Peace Counseling & Wellness, PLLC
Assistant Manager
Sodalis Elder Living
Education
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
Texas State University-San Marcos
San Marcos, TX08.2015
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Texas State University-San Marcos
San Marcos, TX12.2013
Skills
- Ability to adequately work independently and as a part of an interdisciplinary team
- Cultural Competency
- Clinical Documentation
- Empathetic
- Active Listening
- Patient
- Rapport-building
- Person Centered
Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 08/2020
PACT(Psychobiological Approach to Couple's Therapy) Level One Trained, 6/2021
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LCSW
Rehab Without Walls Home & Community
03.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Provider
LCSW - STG International Contracting
03.2022 - 03.2023
Lifestance Health
Lifestance Health
02.2021 - 02.2022
Program Therapist
Seton Edgar B. Davis Heritage IOP
09.2016 - 09.2021
Hospice Social Worker
Hospice Austin
01.2016 - 08.2016
Service Coordinator
Family Eldercare
09.2015 - 09.2016
Owner
Mind Your Peace Counseling & Wellness, PLLC
Assistant Manager
Sodalis Elder Living
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
Texas State University-San Marcos
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Texas State University-San Marcos
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 08/2020
PACT(Psychobiological Approach to Couple's Therapy) Level One Trained, 6/2021
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