Tye W. Smith
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Master of Social Work (MSW) graduate from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs with over five years of clinical experience in mental health settings. Educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services with an emphasis in Social & Emotional Wellness and a minor in Criminal Justice. Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practice, client-centered care, and trauma-informed interventions. Aspiring Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) seeking to contribute to behavioral health services through ethical practice, advocacy, and culturally responsive care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician, Clinical Intern
Sandstone Care, Residential
Colorado Springs, CO
11.2022 - Current
- Track any behavioral changes in patients that may be of use to healthcare providers.
- Chart patient observations in accordance with prescribed procedures and standards.
- Participate in the development and implementation of patient treatment programs.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient records.
- Worked as a mental health clinical intern to obtain clinical BA practicum hours.
Mental Health Clinical Intern
Diversus Health
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Conducted comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and risk assessments for diverse client populations.
- Developed and implemented individualized, trauma-informed treatment plans using evidence-based practices.
- Provided individual, family, and group therapy utilizing modalities such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-focused interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including psychiatrists, case managers, primary care providers, and community partners.
- Utilized culturally responsive and strengths-based approaches in clinical practice, diagnosed mental health disorders in accordance with DSM-5-TR criteria, and conducted crisis intervention and safety planning, including suicide risk assessment and de-escalation techniques.
Intern Deputy Probation Officer
4th Judicial District Probation
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Conducted initial interviews with clients, assessing their needs and developing individualized supervision plans.
- Monitor compliance of clients. Scheduled regular meetings with clients to verify adherence to court-ordered conditions, such as employment, drug testing, and curfew.
- Wrote detailed reports to the judge regarding the offender’s behaviors, progress, and any violations or probation conditions.
- Collaboration with community agencies. Connecting clients with necessary services based on the terms and conditions of their probation.
Mental Health Technician, Clinical Intern A&R
PeakView Behavioral Health
Colorado Springs, CO
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Worked as a mental health technician providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through geriatrics.
- Chart patient observations, following prescribed procedures and standards.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient records.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living; attended to patient behavioral problems and provided assistance in crisis intervention, as needed.
- Worked as a mental health clinical intern to obtain clinical BA practicum hours.
Financial Aid Customer Service Assistant
Colorado Springs, CO
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Worked on processing financial aid documents along with additional certification documents.
- Answer the phones and emails, along with providing excellent customer service to parents and students in the office.
- Helped students and parents understand the process of financial aid and the different qualifications of federal and institutional funding.
Education
High school diploma -
Fountain-Fort Carson High School
Fountain, CO01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services Emphasis: Social and Emotional Wellness, Minor: Criminal Justice
University Of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO01.2023
Masters Of Social Work -
University Of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO05.2026
Skills
- Leadership experience, Communication Skills, Social Skills, Problem Solving Abilities, Collaboration Talent, Phlebotomy Skills, Medical terminology, Crisis Intervention Skills, Clinical intakes, Mental health therapeutic counseling
- Microsoft Office, Microsoft Spreadsheet
Certification
BA, MSW, TF-CBT, CPR, MI
Timeline
Mental Health Clinical Intern
Diversus Health
08.2025 - 05.2026
Intern Deputy Probation Officer
4th Judicial District Probation
08.2024 - 05.2025
Behavioral Health Technician, Clinical Intern
Sandstone Care, Residential
11.2022 - Current
Mental Health Technician, Clinical Intern A&R
PeakView Behavioral Health
02.2022 - 10.2022
Financial Aid Customer Service Assistant
01.2019 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services Emphasis: Social and Emotional Wellness, Minor: Criminal Justice
University Of Colorado at Colorado Springs
High school diploma -
Fountain-Fort Carson High School
Masters Of Social Work -
University Of Colorado At Colorado Springs