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Therese "Renee" McGee

Oak Harbor,WA

Summary

Dedicated and caring social work professional with a good understanding of evidence-based practices. Bringing 22 years' experience and good clinical knowledge. Team-driven, well-organized and resourceful with a demonstrated work ethic and good verbal and written communication skills.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Epic Government Whidbey Naval Behavioral mental health clinic
Oak Harbor, WA
12.2023 - 02.2024
  • Conducted initial client assessments
  • Analyzed intake assessments and documented results
  • Developed and charted treatment plans
  • Conducted safety assessments for patients and implemented necessary safety measures.
  • Collaborated in multi disciplinary team staffings to ensure coordinated patient care.
  • Completed insurance billing documentation and coding.
  • Utilized solution focused practice model in therapy sessions
  • Educated clients on self-care strategies, coping skills, and stress management techniques.
  • Evaluated patients' progress and adjusted care plans as needed.
  • Counseled clients or patients individually and in group sessions to assist recovery from illness and to adjust to life.
  • Provided crisis intervention and emotional support during critical situations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Educated clients on options to assist in making informed decisions.
  • Documented services and collected required data for evaluation.
  • Developed individualized care plans addressing mental health needs.
  • Delivered culturally sensitive counseling services tailored to diverse populations.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to assess client needs.
  • Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients and families.
  • Advocated for clients' rights and access to community resources.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions in electronic medical records.
  • Participated in case conferences and professional development opportunities regularly.
  • Managed caseloads while maintaining quality care standards for each client.
  • Modified treatment plans to accommodate changes in clients' health or progress.
  • Monitored and evaluated client progress compared to measurable treatment and care plan goals.
  • Maintained client records and progress notes according to agency policies and procedures.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans for clients based on their needs.

Child Protective Services Social Worker

CHILDREN'S ADMINISTRATION / DCYF
Mount Vernon and Oak Harbor, WA
06.2002 - 10.2023
  • Engage in critical thinking through shared decision making and case planning
  • Develop effective partnerships with families, service providers and others to address primary safety and risk concerns through cultural competency and strength-based communication
  • Maintained a variety of different caseloads including court involved cases, voluntary services and child protective service investigations
  • Ensure permanency outcomes for all children in a caseload to include reunification, adoptions and guardianship
  • Communicate with children and parents to gather information and build rapport with families
  • Identify root circumstances within the family that led to the department referral
  • Help the family to identify cycles of maltreatment and utilize relapse prevention techniques
  • Develop and update co-constructed plans with the family that target the primary area of safety
  • Conduct assessments to identify barriers and appropriate services to assist both individuals and families
  • Recognize and document progress made by the family towards meeting the identified objectives/goals
  • Schedule and conduct face-to-face home visits with clients and families within established timelines according to the Washington Administrative Codes (WAC)
  • Establish and maintain complete and accurate case files
  • Review and monitor client plans, reports and client progress
  • Worked collaboratively and independently in the office and with other community agencies
  • Coordinated and met with other co-located DSHS offices as required
  • Worked with clients to develop and implement strategies to overcome or reduce barriers
  • Made appropriate referrals to other community agencies
  • Participated in community and agency meetings demonstrating collaborative, cooperative and professional skills
  • Facilitated family reunification and foster care placements.
  • Supervised visits between children and non-custodial parents.
  • Established behavioral modification goals and assessed progress toward goals.
  • Maintained confidentiality through stringent handling of charts and data.
  • Implemented interventions addressing behavioral and mental health concerns.
  • Participated in ongoing training to maintain license and enhance knowledge of relevant mental health topics.
  • Provided crisis intervention services for at-risk youth.
  • Handle emergency situations regarding child endangerment efficiently.
  • Investigated reports or indications of abuse, neglect or exploitation of at-risk adults, adolescents and children.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of children and families.
  • Used job-related software to compose or prepare correspondence, case notes and technical reports
  • Led parenting skills workshops supporting positive change.
  • Provided culturally competent services to diverse populations.
  • Monitored child welfare cases, ensuring safety and compliance.

CPS Representitive

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IMPACT PANEL
Whidbey Island, WA
01.2018 - 01.2023
  • Educated others about the effects of verbal, economic, or physical domestic violence on families and children as a representative of DCYF.
  • Delivered informative presentations outlining the effects of domestic violence on child development and behavior.
  • Worked closely with community stakeholders in developing educational and informational materials.

ISLAND COUNTY METH TASK FORCE
Whidbey Island, WA
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Collaborated with law enforcement and other community agencies to establish guidelines to address and combat the increase in methamphetamine usage in our community.

Education

Master of Social Work - Social Work And Public Administration

Eastern Washington University, Everett Campus
Everett, WA
08-2004

Bachelor of Arts in Human Services - Human Services

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA
08-1999

Skills

  • Psychosocial Assessments
  • Parenting education
  • Behavior Modification
  • Family therapy
  • Grief counseling
  • Individual Counseling
  • Mental Health Assessment
  • Discharge Planning
  • Coordinating Care
  • Support Group Facilitation
  • Updating treatment plans
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Treatment Plans
  • Strengths-based practices
  • Recordkeeping and documentation
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Client Advocacy
  • Client's rights
  • Case Management
  • Intervention strategies
  • Treatment Planning
  • New client assessments

License

Washington Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

Affiliations

  • current hobbies are paper crafting to include card making and Scrapbooking.
  • Like to travel especially to Disney destinations

Certification

  • Wa State Clinical Social worker license #LW691433347
  • BLS certified

Timeline

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Epic Government Whidbey Naval Behavioral mental health clinic
12.2023 - 02.2024

CPS Representitive

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IMPACT PANEL
01.2018 - 01.2023

ISLAND COUNTY METH TASK FORCE
01.2011 - 01.2013

Child Protective Services Social Worker

CHILDREN'S ADMINISTRATION / DCYF
06.2002 - 10.2023

Master of Social Work - Social Work And Public Administration

Eastern Washington University, Everett Campus

Bachelor of Arts in Human Services - Human Services

Western Washington University
  • Wa State Clinical Social worker license #LW691433347
  • BLS certified
Therese "Renee" McGee