Timothy Ellis
Elizabethtown,KY
Summary
Dynamic LCSW with extensive experience at the Department of Behavioral Health, excelling in crisis intervention and cognitive behavioral therapy. Proven ability to enhance client outcomes through tailored treatment plans and effective communication. Skilled in psychosocial assessments and fostering team collaboration, driving improvements in service delivery and client well-being.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
LCSW
Department of Behavioral Health
09.2010 - Current
- Provided individual and group therapy sessions to diverse populations, promoting mental health awareness and support.
- Developed treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments of clients' needs and progress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for clients in various settings.
- Conducted crisis intervention sessions, effectively managing high-stress situations to stabilize clients.
- Improved client outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
- Implemented cognitive-behavioral techniques to help clients change negative thought patterns and improve their coping strategies.
- Diagnosed clients by using DSM-IV criteria and documented using [Type] coding guidelines.
- Developed individual treatment plans and provided counseling to patients.
Social Worker/Site Supervisor
The Adanta Group
08.1989 - 08.2010
- Led case management processes, ensuring comprehensive support for clients in crisis situations.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans to address diverse client needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting peer support and skill development among participants.
- Coordinated with community resources to enhance service delivery and client access to support systems.
- Mentored junior social workers, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate client needs, guiding effective intervention strategies.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Analyzed program outcomes, driving improvements in service effectiveness and efficiency through data-driven decisions.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Promoted a culture of self-care and professional development among colleagues, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged ongoing growth and learning.
- Collaborated with schools to address students'' social-emotional needs, working closely with teachers and administrators to create supportive learning environments.
- Supervised interns or junior staff members, providing direction on best practices in social work and contributing to their professional growth as practitioners.
- Oversaw daily site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify hazards and enforce safety protocols effectively.
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Improved employee morale through consistent leadership support, fostering a positive working environment conducive to productivity.
- Developed comprehensive project schedules to optimize resources and minimize downtime.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY12-1991
Skills
- Psychosocial assessments
- Assessment skills
- Multicultural competence
- Suicide prevention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Mental health assessment
- Individual counseling
- Discharge planning
- Clinical supervision
- Grief counseling
- Anger management
- Group therapy
- Family therapy
- Domestic violence intervention
- Parenting education
- HIPAA regulations
- Trauma-informed care
- Psychotherapy experience
- Obtaining authorizations
- Conflict de-escalation
- Recordkeeping and documentation
- Facilitating groups
- HIPAA guidelines
- Community resources
- Psychosocial evaluations
- Motivational interviewing
- Crisis intervention
- Individual therapy
- Clinical assessments
- Behavioral assessment
- Treatment plans
- Cognitive behavior therapy
- Service coordination
- Cognitive processing therapy
- Clinical services
- Coordinating care
- Presenting cases
- Dual diagnosis experience
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Patient education
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient confidentiality
- Relationship building
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical assessment
- Self motivation
Timeline
LCSW
Department of Behavioral Health
09.2010 - Current
Social Worker/Site Supervisor
The Adanta Group
08.1989 - 08.2010
Master of Science - Mental Health
University of Louisville
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