behavioral health clinical social worker resume example with 20+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Professional Summary
Compassionate professional known for delivering quality service that focuses on each patient's individuality. Highly trained Behavioral Health Specialist skilled in assessing needs, identifying educational resources and developing effective treatment plans. Strong background in fostering human connections for patients and caregivers alike.
Skills
Adept at treatment and discharge planning
Psychotropic medications knowledge
Clinical interventions
Biopsychosocial assessments
Expertise in crisis intervention techniques
Behavioral treatment services
Case management proficiency
Intervention strategies and techniques
Client coping mechanisms
Work History
07/2011 to CurrentBehavioral Health Clinical Social WorkerThe Road Home | Midvale, UT,
Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
Created assessments and charting within required timeframes.
Identified appropriate treatment resources and recommended patients for these services.
Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Directed family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent and individualized intakes and assessments.
Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from a wide range of mental health and substance abuse disorders.
Delivered client assessments for those struggling with substance abuse disorders and mental health issues and implemented strategies based on client needs.
Involved clients' family members in safety planning and discharge planning efforts.
Ran individual therapy and family therapy sessions for children and adults
05/2009 to 07/2014Department of Child Services SupervisorState Of Indiana | City, STATE,
Assisted with hiring,training, and development of family case managers.
Handled customer complaints and inquiries.
Monitored team's performance and completed performance evaluations, provided feedback, and progressive discipline when necessary.
Updated job knowledge by attending workshops, training sessions and educational opportunities.
Developed community reputation through commitment to quality assessments, interventions, and safety.
Worked to build relationships with various community partners to ensure quality services and resources could be obtained for children and families in the DCS system.
Ensured state and federal laws/policies were followed by family case managers.
Worked collaboratively with multiple entities including juvenile court staff, foster parents, CASA workers, and various community service providers
05/2003 to 05/2009Family Case Manager State Of Indiana | City, STATE,
Referred clients to appropriate community agencies and organizations to meet case plan goals.
Developed and created programs and monitored effectiveness against individual participant needs.
Oversaw staff development through in-depth trainings, workshops, seminars and other learning opportunities.
Referred families for assessments, treatment programs, and various educational programs.
Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocated for client needs and resolved roadblocks.
Assessed and monitored safety and wellbeing of children to determine level of intervention required.
Completed progress reports filed in Juvenile Court, testified regarding case status, and made recommendations.
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
05/1999 to 05/2009Lead Mental Health WorkerOaklawn Hospital | City, STATE,
Documented client progress in confidential files.
Provided direct care and supervision to children and adolescents in Residential Care.
Worked collaboratively with treatment team members to develop appropriate treatment interventions.
Identified escalating clients and utilized de-escalation techniques for angry or aggressive clients.
Provided structure and ensured milieu expectations and structure were followed.
Jessicad out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
Expected in 05/2009 to to Master of Arts | Social WorkIndiana University South Bend, South Bend, INGPA:
Expected in 05/2002 to to Bachelor of Arts | PsychologyIndiana University South Bend, South Bend, INGPA:
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