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Tara Quinlan MSW

St. Petersburg

Summary

Warm, relationship-driven social worker with 15+ years of experience in healthcare and behavioral health settings. Strong clinical expertise in discharge planning, psychosocial assessments, and facilitating care transitions. Skilled in building referral relationships with case managers, discharge planners, physicians, and community facilities. Proven success collaborating with subacute rehab, long-term care, hospice, mental health and substance abuse program liaisons to ensure patients receive high-quality care with dignity.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Intake Coordinator

Odyssey Foundation
12.2023 - Current
  • Conduct biopsychosocial assessments to determine clinical needs and appropriate level of care for incoming behavioral health clients.
  • Coordinate with insurance providers to verify benefits, obtain initial authorizations, and ensure a smooth transition into treatment.
  • Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and clinical teams to streamline admissions, support care planning, and promote continuity of care.

Behavioral Health Specialist

Array Behavioral Care
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Provided remote clinical support for psychiatric consults involving patients in acute crisis across hospitals nationwide.
  • Reviewed electronic medical records (EMRs) across various hospital systems to complete assessments and inform psychiatric recommendations.
  • Assisted in coordinating timely psychiatric assessments and documentation within high-volume, fast-paced remote call center operations.
  • Ensured accurate and compliant case documentation, supporting continuity of care and communication between onsite and virtual teams.

Lead Therapist/Program Coordinator

Directions Treatment Center
07.2021 - 05.2022
  • Supported pregnant and postpartum clients in outpatient SUD programming with trauma-informed care and appropriate referrals when needed
  • Developed individualized treatment plans, integrating client feedback and clinical assessments for personalized care.
  • Led therapeutic sessions, utilizing evidence-based techniques to address client needs and enhance treatment outcomes.

Outpatient Primary Therapist

Recovery Centers of America
04.2019 - 12.2020
  • Provided outpatient therapy and coordinated care plans for individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders.
  • Communicated with patients’ employers, EAP representatives, and legal entities (including courts) to support client compliance, documentation, and coordination of care.
  • Monitored client progress, adjusting treatment approaches based on evolving needs.

Outpatient Therapist

Hampton Behavioral Health
04.2016 - 04.2019
  • Provided individual and group therapy to adolescent and adult populations in outpatient and intensive outpatient settings, tailoring interventions to meet developmental and clinical needs.
  • Communicated regularly with families, facilitated family meetings, and offered psychoeducation and community resources to support recovery and strengthen support systems.
  • Developed discharge plans and coordinated referrals to ensure continuity of care, collaborating with external providers and support services to meet patient needs post-treatment.

Social Worker, Pediatric Psychiatry

Cooper University Hospital
12.2016 - 08.2017
  • Supported maternal and child health needs through the pediatric HUB program, conducting psychosocial assessments and coordinating referrals for families.
  • Collaborated with pediatricians and external agencies to connect families to behavioral health and early intervention services.
  • Provided education and support to caregivers navigating complex health and social challenges.

Social Worker

Lourdes Medical Center
04.2012 - 12.2016
  • Provided clinical support on the maternal/child unit and labor & delivery floor, conducting psychosocial and psychiatric assessments for new and expectant mothers.
  • Monitored prenatal care and identified risk factors such as maternal distress, substance use, and domestic violence.
  • Delivered grief counseling and emotional support for perinatal loss and crisis situations.
  • Facilitated referrals to Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP), adoption resources, WIC, and other supportive programs.
  • Collaborated with OB staff, nurses, and care managers to develop care plans, support postpartum follow-up, and coordinate transitions.
  • Documented all assessments and interventions in EMRs to ensure compliance, continuity, and timely communication.

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) -

Rutgers University-Camden

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) - undefined

Rutgers University

Associate of Human Services - undefined

Camden County Community College

Skills

  • Perinatal Mental Health
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Psychosocial Risk Screening
  • Maternal/Child Health
  • Prenatal/Postpartum Support
  • Resource Navigation

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Professional License
  • Licensed Social Worker (LSW) New Jersey

Timeline

Clinical Intake Coordinator

Odyssey Foundation
12.2023 - Current

Behavioral Health Specialist

Array Behavioral Care
08.2022 - 08.2023

Lead Therapist/Program Coordinator

Directions Treatment Center
07.2021 - 05.2022

Outpatient Primary Therapist

Recovery Centers of America
04.2019 - 12.2020

Social Worker, Pediatric Psychiatry

Cooper University Hospital
12.2016 - 08.2017

Outpatient Therapist

Hampton Behavioral Health
04.2016 - 04.2019

Social Worker

Lourdes Medical Center
04.2012 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) - undefined

Rutgers University

Associate of Human Services - undefined

Camden County Community College

Master of Social Work (MSW) -

Rutgers University-Camden

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