Samantha Kacsur, LCSW, MSW
Lindenhurst,NY
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outpatient Therapist
Exceptional Wellness Counseling
03.2024 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs and goals
- Provide psychotherapy to individuals and families (ages 11–55), specializing in high-risk adolescent behaviors and symptoms
- Utilize CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to treat anxiety, depression, complex trauma, mood disorders, and self-injurious behaviors
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with ethical, legal, and organizational standards
- Build strong therapeutic rapport through empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a client-centered approach
Outpatient Utilization Review Coordinator II
Recovery Centers of America
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Conducted ongoing utilization reviews for over 100 patients with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, ensuring compliance with level-of-care criteria to support authorization approvals
- Partnered with care managers and insurance providers to facilitate prior authorizations, continued stay approvals, and post-discharge authorizations, minimizing treatment disruptions
- Reviewed and ensured accuracy of clinical documentation to align with payer compliance standards, directly impacting reimbursement efficiency
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with clinicians, providing guidance on documentation best practices to enhance approval rates
- Compiled utilization review reports to identify trends, optimize workflow, and improve authorization success rates
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to advocate for clients' medical necessity and ensure treatment plans met clinical benchmarks for insurance approvals
- Demonstrated expertise in navigating insurance policies, reimbursement structures, and managed care principles, positioning patients for seamless transitions in care
Senior Clinician / Outpatient Therapist
Integrated Care Concepts & Consultation
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Supported clinical oversight of program operations, including daily workflow, team coordination, and service delivery to ensure consistent quality of care and adherence to agency protocols.
- Serve as key contributor to program accreditation efforts by facilitating comprehensive chart audits, documentation reviews, and utilization management for all clients within the program.
- Provide individual and family therapy to 6–8 families weekly using evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy to address a range of mental health needs.
- Facilitate structured and process-oriented therapeutic groups focused on psycho-education, coping strategies, and emotional regulation to support client engagement and recovery.
- Conduct biopsychosocial intake assessments and determine appropriate level-of-care placement based on clinical presentation and risk factors.
- Monitor, document, and evaluate client progress toward individualized treatment goals in alignment with NJ DCF standards and best practices.
- Ensure compliance with all NJ Department of Children and Families (DCF) regulations and contribute to ongoing program development initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery and clinical effectiveness.
Pediatric Social Worker
Saint Peter’s Healthcare System
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for pediatric patients and families, developing individualized care plans
- Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families coping with severe illness, trauma, and new medical diagnoses
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams to ensure integrated patient care
- Coordinate referrals and supportive resources for families navigating healthcare systems
Counselor
Pinnacle Treatment Centers
02.2020 - 12.2022
- Conduct biopsychosocial assessments to identify client strengths, needs, and treatment goals
- Develop individualized treatment plans to support clients in achieving abstinence
- Provide counseling on MAT, illicit substance risks, and relapse prevention strategies
- Collaborate with treatment teams to assess medical necessity and manage high-risk cases
- Facilitate referrals for housing, employment, and medical services
Outpatient Intern Telehealth Therapist
Millhill Child & Family Development
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Provide psychotherapy using evidence-based approaches to support clients aged 9–55
- Assist clients in navigating systemic barriers, including poverty, divorce, substance use, and mental health concerns
Admissions Coordinator
Delphi Behavioral Health Group
05.2017 - 08.2019
- Conduct pre-admission assessments to determine level-of-care eligibility and immediate service needs
- Provide clients and families with treatment options while fostering trust and rapport through a compassionate approach
- Utilize preliminary databases to facilitate quick decision-making for immediate client placement in medical treatment
- Collaborate with medical and clinical teams for medical reviews of clients with complex conditions and manage bed census effectively
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
Simmons University
Boston, MA01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kean University
Union, NJ01.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Berkeley College
Woodbridge, NJ01.2013
Skills
- Level-of-Care Determinations
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Individual therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Risk Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Treatment Planning
- ASAM Criteria
- Utilization Review
- Clinical documentation
- Goal setting
- Motivational interviewing
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- New Jersey, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW): 44SC06393900
- New York, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW): 124512
Timeline
Outpatient Therapist
Exceptional Wellness Counseling
03.2024 - Current
Outpatient Utilization Review Coordinator II
Recovery Centers of America
09.2023 - 03.2024
Pediatric Social Worker
Saint Peter’s Healthcare System
04.2023 - 08.2023
Senior Clinician / Outpatient Therapist
Integrated Care Concepts & Consultation
01.2022 - 03.2024
Outpatient Intern Telehealth Therapist
Millhill Child & Family Development
01.2021 - 07.2021
Counselor
Pinnacle Treatment Centers
02.2020 - 12.2022
Admissions Coordinator
Delphi Behavioral Health Group
05.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kean University
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Berkeley College
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
Simmons University
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