Zainab Ballout
Wichita,KS
Summary
Summary
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with expertise in providing therapy and care coordination services to children, adolescents, and families. Experienced in developing individualized care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and advocating for clients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School-Based Therapist
Prairie View Mental Health
07.2023 - Current
- Utilizing CBT, DBT, Trauma-Informed Care, and Motivational Interviewing as treatment approaches
- Utilize clinical expertise and standardized tools to assess and diagnose mental health disorders according to DSM-5 criteria.
- Maintained progress notes and documentation for patient health records
School-Based Community Case Manager
Prairie View Mental Health
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Supported individualized treatment plans for patients in collaboration with mental health professionals
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth
- Provided therapeutic activities to assist with client's psychosocial development
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors
- Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions
Behavioral Health Technician
KVC Hospital
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Documenting daily activities and special incidents while effectively managing client needs, assisting with treatment coordination and supporting program operations
- Facilitated on-site activities, support groups and outings for clients
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients
Practicum Student
Substance Abuse Center of Kansas
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Communicated with supervisor regarding issues related to case management, resourcing, service collaboration and development of new resources
- Attended group therapy sessions and individual assessments
- Collaborated with external service agencies to become familiarized with local and available resources to accommodate clients' needs
Prestige Beauty Advisor
Ulta Cosmetic store
04.2019 - 01.2022
- Greeted customers in-store per day, responded to inquiries, helped with purchase decisions, and provided exceptional customer service
- Increased add-on sales by becoming a master of the store's inventory, suggesting different items that fit customer needs quickly and efficiently
- Assist with authorizations and technical support issues
Community Based Mentor
Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Supported the development and autonomy of mentee
- Planned recreational and social activities
- Built a fulfilling relationship by getting to know mentee on a personal level and prioritizing their comfort
Education
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05.2023
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work and Psychology
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05.2022
Skills
- Group and individual sessions
- Intervention planning
- Diagnosing Skills
- Rapport Building
- Crisis Intervention
- Dependable and Responsible
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Documentation skills
Certification
- TF-CBT
- C-DBT
- Strengths-based Person Centered Case Management
Timeline
School-Based Therapist
Prairie View Mental Health
07.2023 - Current
School-Based Community Case Manager
Prairie View Mental Health
08.2022 - 07.2023
Behavioral Health Technician
KVC Hospital
01.2022 - 11.2022
Practicum Student
Substance Abuse Center of Kansas
08.2021 - 05.2022
Community Based Mentor
Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters
07.2019 - 07.2020
Prestige Beauty Advisor
Ulta Cosmetic store
04.2019 - 01.2022
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work and Psychology
Wichita State University
- TF-CBT
- C-DBT
- Strengths-based Person Centered Case Management
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
Wichita State University
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