Steven Kyle Whitfield
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 6 years of experience providing compassionate mental health support and crisis intervention. For the past three years, I have delivered high-quality services in my current role while balancing family responsibilities, building strong clinical skills and resilience that prepare me for high-impact work. Passionate about serving veterans, I am excited to bring my clinical expertise and deep personal commitment to the VA Office of Suicide Prevention , where I can provide immediate, empathetic care to individuals in mental health crisis.
Having completed a college internship at the VA and pursued my LCSW specifically to join this mission, I am eager to return and give back to those who served our country. I am ready for the next challenge in my career and am committed to delivering the highest standard of compassionate, veteran-centered care in alignment with the VA’s values and goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Work Case Manager
Ascension Sacred Heart
Pensacola, FL
10.2021 - Current
- Coordinated comprehensive client assessments to identify needs and develop tailored service plans.
- Facilitated access to community resources, enhancing client support and engagement.
- Monitored case progress, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve service delivery and client outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention and conflict resolution support in high-stress situations.
Social Work Intern
Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System
Pensacola, FL
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Conducted individual assessments to identify veterans' needs and develop tailored support plans.
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
- Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine most suitable needs and services.
Behavior Technician
Proud Moments Therapy
Milton, FL
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Implemented individualized treatment plans to enhance client behavioral outcomes.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted strategies based on observations and feedback.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive therapeutic approach.
- Trained and mentored new staff on behavior intervention techniques and protocols.
4th Grade Teacher
L.E.A.D. Academy
Pace, Florida
07.2015 - 07.2019
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of core subjects.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to promote student collaboration and participation.
- Assessed student progress regularly and provided targeted feedback for improvement.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL05-2015
Associate of Arts - English
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL12-2012
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Motivational interviewing
- Multicultural competence
- Crisis management plans
- Medical referrals
- Problem-solving
- Patient assessments
- Substance abuse awareness
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker - SW24939
Timeline
Social Work Case Manager
Ascension Sacred Heart
10.2021 - Current
Social Work Intern
Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System
08.2020 - 04.2021
Behavior Technician
Proud Moments Therapy
05.2020 - 09.2021
4th Grade Teacher
L.E.A.D. Academy
07.2015 - 07.2019
Master of Science - Social Work
The University of West Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
The University of West Florida
Associate of Arts - English
Pensacola State College