Samantha K. Landers, LMSW
800 North Coolidge Street, Little Rock,Arkansas
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales and Event Production
Landers' Visions
Kansas City, MO
02.2013 - Current
- Staffed and executed a variety of events while maintaining positive working relationships with fellow employees.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and bring client visions to life, overseeing all stages from planning to final production, while aligning with client expectations and operational objectives.
- Participated in work groups and collaborated with the Landers Sales Team to develop and renew contracts, ensuring clear communication of project goals, scope, and outcomes.
VA Emergency Department MSW Intern
Veterans Administration
Little Rock, AR
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided advance directive and living will education to veterans, and assisted them in completing forms.
- Coordinated transportation and identified community resources to support veterans' ongoing care.
- Assessed veterans for suicidal ideation, mental health conditions, and substance use, collaborating with nursing and emergency staff to deliver personalized care.
- Shadowed various settings, including Geriatric Psychiatry, Acute Inpatient Mental Health, and the PTSD Domiciliary, gaining hands-on experience in patient assessments and interdisciplinary care.
- Presented a complex case to VA colleagues and supervisors, seeking input for an effective resolution.
- Developed a community-based research project to enhance evidence-based practices and improve connections between veterans, families, and resources.
- Identified high-risk needs and consulted with the LCSW to develop appropriate intervention.
- Provided assessment of psychosocial issues and provided solution-focused counseling under LCSW supervision.
- Integrated safety planning and assisted veterans in identifying coping skills.
Oasis Renewal Center MSW Intern
Recovery Centers Of Arkansas
Little Rock, AR
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Worked to ensure patient recovery by observing clinical supervisors in developing personalized treatment plans based on ASAM criteria, and the recovery model of substance use disorders.
- Collaborated with patients in establishing realistic recovery goals, fostering self-efficacy, and motivation aligned with evidence-based techniques such as Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
- Facilitated process groups, outpatient therapy, and psychoeducational group therapy in a 30-day residential treatment setting, as well as sober living outpatient groups, integrating 12-Step concepts to support long-term recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care, and ensure a holistic approach to treatment.
- Provided crisis intervention services and supportive counseling to address immediate concerns and prevent escalation, ensuring patient safety and well-being.
- Assessed individuals under the supervision of a licensed clinical social worker to inform and guide treatment planning effectively.
Practicum of Substance Abuse Undergraduate Intern
The Bridgeway
North Little Rock, AR
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Developed problem-solving skills by addressing challenging tasks and seeking guidance from licensed professionals, as needed.
- Strengthened team collaboration by participating in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, and providing insights to promote effective staff coordination.
- Maintained, reviewed, and organized files, spreadsheets, medical records, and reports in a secure location to ensure client privacy and confidentiality.
- Evaluated client needs and collaborated with the treatment team to develop effective, evidence-based interventions tailored to clients aged 5 to 65, across inpatient hospital units.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions in both outpatient and inpatient therapy groups, consulting with LCSWs and LPCs.
- Developed and tailored interactive activities for each unit in accordance with hospital guidelines, prioritizing client safety and minimizing redundancy in therapeutic groups.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Addiction Studies
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR05-2022
Skills
Ability to work with clients from various socioeconomic backgrounds
Building client rapport
Knowledge of community resources and referrals
Team Collaborative and experience working in work groups
Microsoft Office/Excel proficiency
Flexibility and adaptability
Work ethic
Early childhood experience
Proficient in fast-paced environments, empathetic
Navigation of complex situations, maintaining composure under pressure
Maintaining composure under pressure
Ability to remain calm in crisis situations
Extensive history of being prompt to work
Certification
ACASA Training | Mar 2024
- Sexual Assault Response Team (SART): Rape Culture, Dynamics of Sexual Assault, Roles of an Advocate, Medical Exam with "When I arrived.", Child Abuse, Criminal Justice Response, Crisis Intervention, Neurobiology of Trauma, Police Response, Special Populations, Dynamics of Domestic Violence, Ethics, Scene discussion and Self-Care.
CITI Training | Jan 2023
- Social & Behavioral Responsible Conduct of Research
- Social & Behavioral Research Investigators & Key Personnel
- Mental Health for Higher Ed & Healthcare
- Participating in Vaccine Research
Standards of Care for The Health of Transgender & Nonconforming People Certified | Mar 2022
CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certified | Jan 2022
Active Shooter Training (Rock Creek Church) | 2022
Professional References
Jennifer Fratesi | Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System | Emergency Department
4300 W 7th St, Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 213-8266
James C. Hamilton | Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System | Emergency Department
4300 W 7th St, Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 554-2266
Timeline
VA Emergency Department MSW Intern
Veterans Administration
08.2023 - 05.2024
Oasis Renewal Center MSW Intern
Recovery Centers Of Arkansas
08.2022 - 05.2023
Practicum of Substance Abuse Undergraduate Intern
The Bridgeway
01.2022 - 05.2022
Sales and Event Production
Landers' Visions
02.2013 - Current
Master of Social Work -
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Bachelor of Science - Addiction Studies
University of Central Arkansas
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