Yasmeen Rice, MSW
Philadelphia
Summary
Experienced Master of Social Work (MSW) professional specializing in behavioral health, substance use treatment, crisis intervention, and case management across diverse settings. Expertise in psychosocial assessments, therapeutic group facilitation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to empowering individuals and fostering recovery through client-centered care.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
Malvern Treatment Center Willow Grove
Willow Grove
09.2025 - Current
- Facilitate individual and group counseling using CBT, DBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing.
- Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide crisis intervention and monitor client progress throughout treatment.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and relapse prevention techniques to enhance self-management and reduce relapse risk.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive, client-centered care
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive client care and support, fostering collaboration for improved treatment outcomes.
- Coordinate discharge planning and connect clients with community resources.
- Completed clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries, to ensure compliance and continuity of care.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment plans based on observations.
Life Skills Professional
RHD- Womanspace Empowerment
Philadelphia
07.2024 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention and documented critical incidents to ensure client safety and support recovery efforts.
- Conduct assessments to tailor interventions based on client strengths and needs.
- Maintained documentation and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated care and enhance client outcomes.
- Conduct assessments to tailor interventions based on clients' strengths and needs.
Counselor Aide
Fairmount Behavioral Health System
Philadelphia
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Monitored and documented clients' mental health status, ensuring timely reporting of significant changes to treatment team.
- Conduct safety checks to ensure patient security and comfort. and address patient concerns to ensure well-being.
- Facilitated daily groups on substance use, mental health, and coping strategies to support client recovery.
- Conducted physical monitoring rounds, providing detailed observations to professional staff for informed decision-making.
Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
Malvern Treatment Center
Willow Grove
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Documented psychosocial assessments, case management notes, and treatment plans to support patient care.
- Learn and apply evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including CBT, DBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing.
- Complete documentation, including psychosocial assessments, case management notes, and treatment plans.
- Coordinated aftercare planning and scheduled follow-up appointments to ensure continuity of care.
Social Work Intern
People for People Charter School
Philadelphia
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Delivered SEL counseling services to 20+ students with IEPs, fostering emotional growth and resilience.
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions, addressing behavioral challenges and equipping students with effective coping strategies.
- Participated in clinical supervision meetings to discuss student progress and intervention strategies.
- Assisted with community events to support local initiatives.
Administrative Assistant
Strive National Program
Philadelphia
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Maintained client records and monitored caseloads to support effective case management.
- Coordinated follow-up communication with clients and case managers to enhance client engagement.
- Participated in staff meetings, actively listening to discussions and taking detailed notes for the Supervisor.
Education
Master of Social Services (MSW Equivalent) - Social Work
Bryn Mawr Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research
Bryn Mawr, PA 08.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Penn State Brandywine
Media, PA 08.2019 - 05.2023
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- DBT
- ACT
- Individual counseling
- Group facilitation
- Case management
- Treatment planning
- Recovery goal setting
- Biopsychosocial assessment
- Client-centered approach
- Client safety monitoring
- Interagency coordination
- Documentation
- Clinical documentation
- Life skills development
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
Malvern Treatment Center Willow Grove
09.2025 - Current
Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
Malvern Treatment Center
08.2024 - 05.2025
Life Skills Professional
RHD- Womanspace Empowerment
07.2024 - Current
Master of Social Services (MSW Equivalent) - Social Work
Bryn Mawr Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research
08.2023 - 05.2025
Counselor Aide
Fairmount Behavioral Health System
08.2023 - 06.2025
Social Work Intern
People for People Charter School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Penn State Brandywine
08.2019 - 05.2023
Administrative Assistant
Strive National Program
02.2019 - 05.2019