William Christ
Phoenix,Arizona
Summary
Driven Master of Social Work Intern and public servant with over 11 years of military experience, working in multiple healthcare and signal officer positions in the United States Army. Possesses a passion to help liberate those suffering from addiction, trauma, and mental health concerns while completing a Master of Social Work degree at Arizona State University.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
MSW Clinical Intern
Pinnacle Peak Recovery
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted individual, and group therapy sessions through a strengths based approach utilizing CBT, MI, and TFT.
- Conducted assessments of clients in order to develop appropriate interventions.
- Assisted clients with developing coping strategies for managing mental health issues.
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups related to mental health and substance abuse topics.
- Collaborated with other service providers to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for individuals with substance abuse issues.
MSW Clinical Intern/Case Manager
Calvary Healing Center
Phoenix, AZ
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Assists patients with treatment plans, discharge plans, relapse prevention plans, and other critical documentation utilized for patient treatment.
- Facilitates psycho-education groups at the inpatient and outpatient levels of treatment as well as co-facilitates psychotherapy small groups with a licensed therapist.
- Attends multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and assists in advocating for patient care and positive outcomes.
- Performs redirection and intervention for patients under extreme stress and/or crisis when needed.
Signal Officer/Platoon Leader
U.S. Army Signal Corps
05.2020 - 07.2022
- Served as Platoon Leader for 15 Signal Soldiers.
- Managed company and platoon operations, training, and Soldier readiness.
- Planned and executed platoon training exercises.
Cadet
GCU Army ROTC
08.2018 - 04.2020
- Conducted training and academic studies as a Cadet at Grand Canyon University.
- Trained and mentored junior Cadets.
Master Resilience Trainer
U.S. Army
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Instructed over five hundred Soldiers as the Primary Master Resiliency Trainer.
- Instruction included subjects on mental resilience, intrinsic motivation, overcoming challenges and adversity, major life events, and combating negative thoughts.
Medical Platoon Sergeant/Treatment Supervisor
U.S. Army Forces Command
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Managed training, discipline, safety, morale, and welfare of the 2-3 Field Artillery Battalion Medical Platoon.
- Conducted over three hundred hours of individual and group professional counseling for over twenty medical Soldiers on topics including; work performance, health and wellness, personal/family issues, personal/professional goals, mental resilience, suicide prevention, equal opportunity, and sexual harassment and assault prevention.
Health and Wellness Supervisor
U.S. Army Public Health
07.2014 - 08.2016
- Planned and conducted health and wellness promotion events and assisted nursing staff with public health clinical operations.
- Ordered, prepared, and distributed resources for families and service members of the Fort Campbell, Kentucky community.
- Conducted post-deployment briefs on health promotion and resources for Soldiers returning from Afghanistan.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZSignal Basic Officer Leader Course -
Signal Corps
Augusta, GA10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2020
Associate of Science - Health Science
Kaplan University
04.2015
Advanced Individual Training -
Army Combat Medic School
San Antonio, TX07.2011
Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician -
Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ12.2009
Skills
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving
- Collaborator
- Community Oriented
- Resourceful
- MS Office Proficient
- Empathetic
- Compassionate
- Suicide Prevention and Response
Certifications:
- Thought Field Therapy Certified
- Master Resilience Certified
- CPR Certified
Timeline
MSW Clinical Intern
Pinnacle Peak Recovery
08.2023 - Current
MSW Clinical Intern/Case Manager
Calvary Healing Center
08.2022 - 07.2023
Signal Officer/Platoon Leader
U.S. Army Signal Corps
05.2020 - 07.2022
Cadet
GCU Army ROTC
08.2018 - 04.2020
Master Resilience Trainer
U.S. Army
02.2017 - 07.2018
Medical Platoon Sergeant/Treatment Supervisor
U.S. Army Forces Command
09.2016 - 07.2018
Health and Wellness Supervisor
U.S. Army Public Health
07.2014 - 08.2016
Master of Social Work -
Arizona State University
Signal Basic Officer Leader Course -
Signal Corps
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Health Science
Kaplan University
Advanced Individual Training -
Army Combat Medic School
Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician -
Glendale Community College
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