Seasoned social worker specializing in clinical assessments, conflict resolution, and effective communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker
Tender Heart Therapeutic Arts and Crafts
Clarkston
09.2022 - Current
Provided clinical interventions to senior citizens residing in assisted living and or hospice settings
Prepare and facilitate group and individual sessions utilizing therapeutic interactive tools
Collaborate with team members, facility staff and families to engage individuals and facilitate treatment
Conduct screening and diagnostic evaluations and advocate and empower clients
Competence and efficiency in utilization of electronic medical records, with timely completion of all documentation
Clinical Director
Rose Hill Center
Holly
10.2020 - 09.2022
Responsible for coordinating with the Agency President and Board of Directors, participate in the design of Rose Hill Center’s clinical services.
Maintain the census at or ahead of budget levels, and maintain strong working relations with other departments.
Coordinate the work of the psychiatrist, psychologist, specialty therapist, and other contracted professionals.
Coordinate the ongoing functionality of, and upgrades to, the Electronic Medical Record and additional clinical software.
Serve as a liaison to family, referral sources, community safety, law enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders.
Create, monitor, and institute corrective action plans for governing state and local governing bodies.
Responsible for establishing and managing the clinical services budget.
Participate in community activities, including public speaking, writing articles, and advancing public awareness of Rose Hill Center’s mission and programs.
Clubhouse Director
CNS Healthcare
Pontiac
02.2017 - 09.2020
Responsible for providing management of rehabilitative and clinical services to individuals with mental health challenges in a clubhouse setting, based on international standards
This includes organizing site visits and maintaining communication with both Michigan-based and International Clubhouse organizations
Off-site travel with Clubhouse members for various programming opportunities, training, and meetings
Ensure clubhouse program is operated in compliance with accreditation and funding sources
Prepare grant requests and participate in special projects
Utilizes a trauma-informed approach to deliver services
Monitors revenues and expenditures in accordance with budget allocations and maintains necessary financial records
Clinical Director
Vocational Independence Program
Flint
10.2012 - 02.2017
Responsible for the direct supervision of all clinical staff
Provide clinical recommendations to the CEO regarding population served, and treatment modalities
Served as a community representative and public speaker for the agency, collaborating with Genesee Health System, contract providers and local schools
Education
Master of Social Work -
Wayne State University
Detroit, Michigan
05.1996
Skills
Clinical assessment
Therapeutic techniques
Case management
Electronic medical records
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Behavioral intervention
Public speaking
Community engagement
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Psycho-social assessments
Certification
LMSW Clinical, Macro
Motivational Interview Training
Trauma and Loss Certified
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Social Worker
Tender Heart Therapeutic Arts and Crafts
09.2022 - Current
Clinical Director
Rose Hill Center
10.2020 - 09.2022
Clubhouse Director
CNS Healthcare
02.2017 - 09.2020
Clinical Director
Vocational Independence Program
10.2012 - 02.2017
Master of Social Work -
Wayne State University
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