Shaelyn Muldoon
Las Vegas,NM
Summary
Professional mental health practitioner with knowledge in delivering therapeutic interventions and fostering emotional well-being and connection with client's. Experienced in individual therapy, crisis intervention, and mental health assessment. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving positive outcomes, adaptable to changing client needs. Known for empathy, patience, and strong social skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sexual Assault Resource Coordinator
NMBHI-Community Based Services
09.2024 - Current
- Attend conferences to enhance knowledge on clinical practice with survivors of sexual assault.
- Gather resources for survivors of sexual assault, as well as for the staff at NMBHI-Community-Based Services.
- Promote Sexual Assault Awareness Month during the month of April.
- Provide direct therapy services to survivors of sexual assault.
Behavioral Health Therapist
NMBHI-Community Based Services
09.2023 - Current
- Conduct individual therapy sessions to address mental and behavioral health needs.
- Develop personalized treatment plans based on client assessments.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients.
- Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques to enhance client outcomes.
- Provide crisis intervention support during acute behavioral health emergencies.
- Complete comprehensive clinical psychosocial assessments and diagnostic evaluations.
MSW Clinical Intern
NMBI-Community Based Services
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Shadowed and assisted licensed clinicians with comprehensive psychosocial assessments 2-3 times weekly.
- Learned how to complete clinical documentation procedures.
- Participated in individual therapy sessions bi-weekly as the co-facilitator.
- Completed Colombia Suicide Severity Rating Scale trainings and completed ongoing research efforts to enhance personal knowledge on best clinical practice.
- Contributed to multidisciplinary team meetings
- Presented psychoeducation to other Clinicians to help increase knowledge on the latest evidence-based practice
Graduate Assistant
NMHU Center for Advocacy, Resources, and Education (CARES) Department
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Organized educational events based on bystander intervention, sexual assault awareness, suicide awareness and prevention, and other mental health-related categories.
- Contributed to the reach and data analysis within the scope of the CARES Department on evidence-based mental health practices.
- Presented relevant mental health topics to students for increased subject engagement.
- Assisted with the prevention of food insecurity by assisting with the operation of the University's free food pantry.
AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer
AmeriCorps NCCC
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Facilitated community outreach and established relationships with local organizations to coordinate partnerships for after school and summer programs for youth.
- Prepared grant applications to the New Mexico Public Education Department to solicit grant monies for non-profit work.
- Coordinated with Santa Fe Food Depot to assist in food relief for the fire victims during the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon fires.
- Assisted in the development of curriculum and programs for students.
BSW Intern
United World College- USA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Engaged with adolescent international students, enhancing my cultural humility, understanding, and education of complex cultural needs.
- Provided individual support to students with their emotional and educational needs.
- Helped the school counselor facilitate group sessions with students.
- Enhanced community relations through active participation in outreach programs and local events.
- Participated in clinical supervision sessions to enhance professional growth and improve service delivery.
- Utilized strengths-based approaches when working with students, emphasizing resilience, and individual capabilities.
Psychiatric Technician
New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute
07.2017 - 02.2018
- Primarily worked with youth 18 years and younger in a trauma-informed psychiatric inpatient unit, but also provided care for geriatric residents.
- Provided strengths-based and supportive care and assistance to residents.
- Provided direct care services for residents.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Completed trainings in HIPPA, defensive driving, American Heart Association, and crisis prevention
- Monitored patient behavior and mental health conditions to ensure safety and well-being.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to promote social interaction and emotional stability among patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and adjust individualized care plans based on patient needs.
Education
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work
New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM05-2023
Bachelor's of Social Work - Social Work
New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM05-2022
Associate's Degree - Liberal Arts
Luna Community College
Las Vegas, NM05-2020
Skills
- Individual therapy
- Treatment planning
- Crisis intervention
- Psychosocial assessments
- Evidence-based practices
- Clinical documentation
- Trauma-informed care
- Strengths-based approaches
- Time management
- Client-centered approach
- Suicide risk assessment
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI)
- HIPPA Certified
- American Heart Association (AHA) CPR Certified
Timeline
Sexual Assault Resource Coordinator
NMBHI-Community Based Services
09.2024 - Current
Behavioral Health Therapist
NMBHI-Community Based Services
09.2023 - Current
MSW Clinical Intern
NMBI-Community Based Services
08.2022 - 05.2025
Graduate Assistant
NMHU Center for Advocacy, Resources, and Education (CARES) Department
08.2022 - 05.2023
BSW Intern
United World College- USA
08.2021 - 05.2022
AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer
AmeriCorps NCCC
01.2021 - 08.2022
Psychiatric Technician
New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute
07.2017 - 02.2018
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work
New Mexico Highlands University
Bachelor's of Social Work - Social Work
New Mexico Highlands University
Associate's Degree - Liberal Arts
Luna Community College