TERESA DAVIS, LCSW
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with extensive experience providing mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and case management services in correctional, detention, and community-based settings. Skilled in conducting comprehensive psycho-social evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, facilitating individual and group therapy, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Strong background in suicide prevention, risk assessment, behavioral health interventions, and reentry planning for individuals with complex mental health needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Mental Health Professional
GEO Group – Central Valley Annex
09.2021 - 06.2026
- Provide clinical leadership and administrative oversight for mental health services, including restrictive housing unit (RHU) and suicide prevention programs.
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and psycho-social evaluations to support diagnosis, treatment recommendations, and disposition planning.
- Develop, monitor, and revise individualized treatment plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Perform crisis intervention and risk assessments, including recommendations for protective custody, alternative levels of care, and specialized treatment placements.
- Deliver mental health education, consultation, and training to facility staff to enhance awareness and compliance with behavioral health protocols.
- Ensure adherence to ICE, GEO Group, and healthcare standards related to behavioral health services.
Lead Mental Health Professional
Wellpath (Geo Sub Contractor) – Mesa Verde & Center and Central Valley Annex
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Managed mental health services for detainees requiring behavioral health intervention, crisis stabilization, and suicide prevention services.
- Conducted clinical assessments and maintained detailed documentation supporting treatment and discharge planning.
- Collaborated with medical and custody staff to ensure continuity of care and effective case management.
- Evaluated mental health risks and provided recommendations regarding housing, treatment, and protective custody needs.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
GEO Group – Mesa Verde ICE Processing Center
02.2018 - 05.2019
- Performed comprehensive psycho-social assessments and mental health evaluations.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans to address identified behavioral health needs.
- Facilitated therapeutic interventions and monitored client progress toward treatment goals.
- Conducted risk assessments and crisis evaluations to support clinical decision-making and placement recommendations.
Clinical Social Worker
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation – State Parole, POC
12.2015 - 09.2017
- Provided individual counseling and therapeutic services to parolees with serious mental illness and co-occurring conditions.
- Assessed reentry needs and developed individualized case plans to support successful community reintegration.
- Coordinated access to housing, employment resources, substance abuse treatment, medical care, and mental health services.
- Collaborated with community agencies and stakeholders to improve treatment engagement and long-term stability.
Education
Master of Social Work - Group Counseling and Individual Therapy
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield01-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield01-2009
Skills
- Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis
- Treatment Planning & Case Management
- Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention
- Risk Assessment & Behavioral Health Evaluations
- Individual, Family, and Group Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution Focused and Motivational Interventions
- Family Systems Theory
- Reentry & Community Resource Coordination
- Mental Health Training & Education
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Documentation & Compliance
Certification
- LICENSE LCSW 80913
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- State of California
Timeline
Lead Mental Health Professional
GEO Group – Central Valley Annex
09.2021 - 06.2026
Lead Mental Health Professional
Wellpath (Geo Sub Contractor) – Mesa Verde & Center and Central Valley Annex
05.2019 - 08.2021
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
GEO Group – Mesa Verde ICE Processing Center
02.2018 - 05.2019
Clinical Social Worker
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation – State Parole, POC
12.2015 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Bakersfield
Master of Social Work - Group Counseling and Individual Therapy
California State University, Bakersfield