Sicily Owings, MSW, SWC
Coach/Therapist
Denver,CO
Summary
Insightful and dedicated social work professional and coach with seven years of experience supporting clients through mental health and substance use challenges. Proficient in utilizing creative and holistic approaches that consider environmental and systemic influences on individual well-being. Passionate about fostering healing and wholeness in clients' lives through personalized care. Also passionate and proficient in creating systems and approaches that streamline operations and procedures. Possesses a unique blend of analytical skills, problem-solving skills, and a keen eye for detail. Specialize in identifying weaknesses within existing systems, proposing and implementing solutions to complex problems, and continuously evaluating and refining processes to optimize employee and client experience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapist
Avenues Recovery Center
Aurora, CO
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
- Provided psychotherapy services to individuals and families.
- Facilitated substance abuse group therapy sessions
- Developed individualized therapeutic interventions based on diagnosis and best practices in the field of mental health counseling.
- Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
Therapist
AllHealth Network
Littleton, CO
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided psychotherapy services to individuals and families.
- Developed individualized therapeutic interventions based on diagnosis and best practices in the field of mental health counseling.
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.
- Monitored client's progress throughout the course of therapy by tracking goals set in treatment plan.
- Documented all interactions with clients according to agency policy and procedures.
- Facilitated weekly Relationship Exploration and Skills Group
Community Coordinator / Clinical
Karis Community
Denver, CO
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Built therapeutic relationships to facilitate growth and healing in those navigating severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders
- Helped clients set goals and make action plans, reviewing results on monthly basis.
- Facilitated individual sessions weekly
- Facilitated Recovery Support Group weekly
- Program assessment and implementation
- Maintained clinical documentation of goals and progress.
Case Manager
Behavioral Health Group
Westminster, CO
03.2017 - 07.2021
- Created, developed, and sustained new case management position serving and managing over 500 patients.
- Complete case management assessments at intake and walk-in basis to address patient needs and barriers
- One-on-one case management support to provide referrals and resources to meet patient needs
- Provide patient support of treatment and case management goals
- Coordinate support services and optimize communication between patients and community entities
- Work closely with probation, parole, substance use, medical and mental health practitioners to provide wraparound services and coordination of care
Assistant Director
Choice in Recovery LLC
Denver, CO
03.2015 - 03.2017
- Helped create and support the vision of Choice in Recovery
- Planned and implemented strategies to move the company forward
- Planned and executed events and discussion panels at Auraria Campus, Denver Health, the Office of Behavioral Health and the National Symposium of Juvenile Services
- Coordination and collaboration with community recovery support organizations
- Marketing, promotion, and public speaking
Education
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Human Services: Concentration in Addiction Studies
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO05.2016
Skills
- Client-centered and holistic approach
- Trauma informed
- Individual session facilitation
- Group facilitation
- High clinical acumen and insight
- Public speaking
- Apply critical thinking and creative problem-solving techniques to develop innovative solutions
- Conduct thorough analysis of existing systems, processes, and workflows to identify areas of inefficiency, bottlenecks, or weaknesses
- Develop and implement new systems, procedures, and protocols to streamline operations and enhance efficiency
Affiliations
- Received recognition for Capstone project 'Exploration and Commitment: an Identity Focused Narrative Therapy Group Curriculum'
- Vice President, Iota Chapter, Tua Upsilon Alpha, National Human Services Honor Society 2015-2016
- Member, Human Services Educational Organization (HSEO) 2015-2016
- Member, Bridges Planning Counsel, Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) 2015-2016
- Member, National Association of Social Workers (NASW) 2020-current
Timeline
Therapist
Avenues Recovery Center
01.2024 - Current
Therapist
AllHealth Network
08.2022 - 01.2024
Community Coordinator / Clinical
Karis Community
07.2021 - 08.2022
Case Manager
Behavioral Health Group
03.2017 - 07.2021
Assistant Director
Choice in Recovery LLC
03.2015 - 03.2017
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Bachelor of Science - Human Services: Concentration in Addiction Studies
Metropolitan State University of Denver
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