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Travis Hand

Summary

LMSW offering comprehensive experience in behavioral counseling, program development, and community engagement. Seasoned professional at building rapport while completing daily activities such as documentation, therapeutic intervention, and case analysis. Patient and compassionate professional certified in crisis intervention training and trauma informed care for both kids and adults. Committed to implementing effective treatment plans and providing exceptional care through a person-in-environment context.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavioral Health Social Worker

Texas Children's Hospital
01.2022 - Current
  • Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans around suicide and mental health.
  • Enhanced community outreach efforts for better service accessibility and increased program enrollment around children with autism
  • Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute mental health or suicide ideation
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.

Behavioral Health Counselor

Houston Area Women's Center
08.2020 - 03.2022
  • Facilitate and conduct ongoing group and individual therapy sessions to address PTSD, domestic violence, and grief.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and closely monitoring progress.
  • Enhanced treatment efficacy by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to assess and address individual needs.
  • Reduced relapse rates with consistent follow-up care, support, and encouragement for patients in recovery.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing empathetic counseling services that were tailored to each individual''s unique experiences and goals.

Program Specialist

Texas Institute of Child and Family Wellbeing
06.2019 - 08.2020

• Planned and executed meetings to connect organizational representatives and community members

• Co-Orchestrated efficient child welfare conferences by collaborating cross-functionally with child welfare agencies and local non-profits.

• Organized and managed SPARK Student Leadership program development from conception through successful execution.

• Evaluated program operations, successes and deficiencies with student leaders to identify concerns and recommend strategies.

• Managed team of 20 former foster students proving leadership training classes, budget management seminars, and self-care workshops.

Intern

Dell Children's Medical Center
01.2020 - 07.2020

• Reviewed related literature and shadowed medical personal to understanding diagnosing of neurological disorders

• Co-Conducted autism diagnosis test utilizing ADOS and other methods of testing

• Interacted with over 15 families via phone, email- or in person to provided up to-date information and care.

• Collaborated in professional teams to produce high-quality documents and spreadsheets of on going care of clients.

Sales Associate- Part Time

Target
11.2017 - 06.2019
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on needs.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.

Teaching Assistant

Priscilla Pond Flawn Child & Family Laboratory
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Improved overall class participation by implementing group activities and project-based learning.
  • Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
  • Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
  • Guided positive conflict resolution techniques
  • Assessed in intellectual learning, language and literacy, math and science skills, and social emotional growth, as well as motor skills development

General Manager

WhichWich Superior Sandwiches
06.2012 - 08.2017
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.

Assistant Manager

Pizza Zone, Inc.
11.2007 - 10.2011

• Reduced financial discrepancies by monitoring credit card sales and deposits.

  • Co-managed 8 employees while assisting in monthly trainings and annual sales reports

• Increased number of new customers through community advertising and school fundraisers



Education

Master of Science Social Work -

The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, Tx
01.2020

Bachelor of Social Work Social Work -

The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, Tx
01.2019

Associate of Arts Psychology -

Lone Star Community College
The Woodlands, Tx
01.2017

Skills

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Trauma informed care
  • Suicide prevention
  • Case management
  • Disability Awareness
  • Foster Care

Certification

  • Licensed Master Social Worker
  • Certified, Trauma-Informed Care for Children with Disabilities, Road to Recovery
  • Certified, Crisis Intervention Training
  • Certified, Substance Abuse Prevention
  • Certified, Suicide Prevention

Timeline

Behavioral Health Social Worker

Texas Children's Hospital
01.2022 - Current

Behavioral Health Counselor

Houston Area Women's Center
08.2020 - 03.2022

Intern

Dell Children's Medical Center
01.2020 - 07.2020

Program Specialist

Texas Institute of Child and Family Wellbeing
06.2019 - 08.2020

Teaching Assistant

Priscilla Pond Flawn Child & Family Laboratory
01.2018 - 12.2018

Sales Associate- Part Time

Target
11.2017 - 06.2019

General Manager

WhichWich Superior Sandwiches
06.2012 - 08.2017

Assistant Manager

Pizza Zone, Inc.
11.2007 - 10.2011

Master of Science Social Work -

The University of Texas At Austin

Bachelor of Social Work Social Work -

The University of Texas At Austin

Associate of Arts Psychology -

Lone Star Community College
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