Stephanie Chavez
Chico,United States
Summary
Associate Clinical Social Worker (#123921) with experience in group and individual counseling, mental health case management, health education, and quality review. Equipped to work in diverse and dynamic environments. An avid learner with a passion for collaborative work, organization, and advocacy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinician
Therapeutic Solutions Chiropractic & Wellness Center
Chico, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Conducts comprehensive client assessments to determine the level of care for IOP and PHP services.
- Collaborates with clients to determine an appropriate treatment plan and course of action.
- Facilitates group therapy sessions focused on DBT skills: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Meets with clients for individual therapy as needed to assist in skill use, psychoeducation, crisis assessment, and treatment plan evaluation.
- Refers patients with serious suicide risk and emergencies to hospital for immediate care.
- Establishes and maintains relationships with psychiatrists and community therapists to provide patient referrals and holistic care.
- Completed professional development training related to DBT skill practice.
- Maintains accurate client records and documentation according to agency policy and procedures.
MSW Trainee
WellCat Counseling Center
Chico, CA
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Conducted intake assessments to evaluate the appropriate level of care and needed resources.
- Collaborated with students to develop realistic goals and objectives that focused on increasing self-efficacy and autonomy.
- Implemented cognitive-behavioral interventions that reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression.
- Maintained client records and progress notes that accurately documented each session.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions that helped neurodivergent students develop positive interpersonal relationships and social skills.
- Monitored student progress and discussed outstanding changes during individual and group supervision.
- Attended monthly trainings to develop skills for inclusion, advocacy, and equity.
Quality Review Specialist
BetterHelp.com
06.2022 - 04.2024
- Responsible for performing documentation and data audits for the client success team.
- Audited to identify gaps or inaccuracies in retention efforts.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss changes within the department and changes to auditing standards.
Counselor II
Butte County Department of Behavioral Health
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Provided support to clients diagnosed primarily with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and bipolar disorder.
- Utilized trauma-informed care and allocated resources to support clients in their treatment.
- Responded to crisis calls and completed 5150 assessments to determine psychiatric care and safety.
- Updated and maintained a variety of documentation for the clients' records, department evaluation, and management purposes.
- Participated in multi-disciplinary teams to discuss treatments and recommendations from clinicians, supervisors, nurses, psychiatrists, and affiliated agencies.
Health Education Specialist
Butte County Department of Behavioral Health
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Planned and organized a variety of programs and events to promote mental health and reduce high-risk behaviors among youth.
- Created and facilitated weekly lesson plans to educate on well-being and safety from drug use and abuse among middle school and high school-aged teens.
- Conducted meetings to engage student and family participation in school events and retreats
- Facilitated family sessions to teach and encourage healthy interactions, communication, and effective discipline.
- Participated in weekly staff meetings to discuss the efficacy of student engagement.
Education
Master of Social Work -
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA05.2024
Bachelor of Social Work -
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA05.2018
Skills
- Group & Individual Counseling
- Rapport Building
- Cultural Humility
- Clinical Assessments
- Safety and Risk Assessments
- Treatment Planning
- Pyschoeducation
- Family Engagement
- Communication & Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Curriculum Development
- Quality Review
- Clinical Documentation
- Mental Health Case Management
References
References available upon request.
Certification
- DBT Skills, Sept. 2024
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Clinician
Therapeutic Solutions Chiropractic & Wellness Center
06.2024 - Current
MSW Trainee
WellCat Counseling Center
08.2023 - 06.2024
Quality Review Specialist
BetterHelp.com
06.2022 - 04.2024
Counselor II
Butte County Department of Behavioral Health
08.2018 - 07.2022
Health Education Specialist
Butte County Department of Behavioral Health
08.2017 - 08.2018
- DBT Skills, Sept. 2024
Master of Social Work -
California State University, Chico
Bachelor of Social Work -
California State University, Chico
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