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PSYCHIATRIC SOCIAL WORKER
Summary
Experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in working with Teens and Transitional Aged Youth and their families. Responsible self-starter who communicates well and is dedicated to improving the well-being of clients.
Skills
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Suicide prevention specialist
  • Violence prevention
  • Homeless and dual diagnosed populations
  • Behavioral therapy
  • Structural family therapy
  • Trauma-informed therapy
  • Innovative diagnostic techniques
  • Attentive listener
  • Sensitive
  • Empathetic
  • Team player
  • Grief and bereavement counseling
  • Patient-centered care
Skills
Discharge planning, family Therapy, Mental Health, mental illness, social services, therapy, Treatment Plan, Treatment Plans
Education and Training
California State University2010Masters of Social WorkLong BeachMental Health Clinician Cal Works Escondido (1 yr internship
University of California1999Bachelor's Degree: PsychologySanta CruzPsychology
B.A
Experience
Department of Public HealthFebruary 2011 to CurrentPsychiatric Social Worker
San Francisco, Ca
  • Assessments, Diagnosis and Treatment Plans.
  • Community Work, Group Work.
  • Teen Clinic, Summer intern Program.
Mental Health Systems CalWorksSeptember 2009 to June 2010Intern Clinician
Escondido, CA
  • Conduct intake assessment Help client create Treatment Plan and establish appropriate group therapy classes.
  • Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions.
  • Daily documentation and re-authorization for client services Discharge and Discharge planning for clients leaving program.
Interfaith Community ServicesJanuary 2006 to July 2009Gang Prevention Specialist and Program Coordinator
Oceanside, CA
  • Conduct needs assessment through psycho-social-bio reports Assessments, Diagnosis and Treatment Plans Assist youth find employment and housing Empower youth to become self-sufficient Collaborate with other professionals to coordinate client services Group therapy/ family Therapy / 1 to 1 therapy in various home, office, and school settings.
November 2004 to January 2006Program Supervisor / TBS
Vista, CA
  • Supervised TBS program in collaboration with Clinical Director.
  • Lead weekly trainings and consensus meetings.
  • Supported and advisedstaff in the development of behavioral treatment plans.
  • Identified risk factors to prevent youth from being hospitalized.
Unity Care GroupFebruary 2003 to September 2003Day Treatment Manager
Monterey, CA
  • Coordinated schedule and finances for Day Treatment staff at level 14 group home.
  • Facilitated educational groups for substance abuse and anger management.
  • Completed and presented weekly treatment summaries for outside departments.
  • Evaluated clients for outside services and developed treatment plans.
County of Santa CruzJanuary 2003 to July 2004Mental Health Worker II
Santa Cruz, CA
  • Provided counseling to clients with dual diagnosis at Juvenile Hall.
  • Performed regular drug testing and administered medications.
  • Made referrals for outside support services.
  • Worked with professionals in probation and social services to optimize treatment.
Unity Care GroupAugust 2002 to February 2003Therapeutic Behavioral Service Counselor
Watsonville, CA
  • Counseled special needs children, adolescents and their families.
  • Behavioral analysis to develop individualized treatment plans that help clients stabilize.
  • Worked with other professionals to maximize effectiveness of treatment.
Caminar Y.A.I.LOctober 2000 to August 2002Case Manager and Activity Coordinator
Redwood City, CA
  • Provided group and individual counseling for clients with dual diagnosis.
  • Assisted clients with obtaining housing, employment , education and health services.
  • Assisted clients with public transportation and taught other skills of daily living.
Palomares Group HomesJanuary 1997 to September 2000Staff Counselor
Santa Cruz, CA
  • Counseled adolescent boys in a group home setting.
  • Facilitated daily group discussions.
  • Administered medication and drug testing.
Jobs Plus / CaminarMay 1994 to December 1996Job Coach/ Employment Developer
San Mateo, CA
  • Developed employment opportunities for clients with mental illness.
  • Helped clients develop relationships with supervisors and peers.
  • Supported clients' need to become independent.
  • Monitored and evaluated clients' performance for quality control.
Hucklebery Youth ProgramsOctober 2009 to February 2011Clinical Case Manager
San Francisco, Ca
Met Youth at the point of their arrest
Conducted Assessment, Diagnosis and Treatment plan if applicable
Case Managed Youth as they completed tasks in line with their Juvenile Diversion Program.
Liason between Probation and Community
Worked with Family and Youth to complete Probation requirements for Diversion Program.
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Department of Public Health
  • Mental Health Systems CalWorks
  • Interfaith Community Services
  • Unity Care Group
  • County of Santa Cruz
  • Caminar Y.A.I.L
  • Palomares Group Homes
  • Jobs Plus / Caminar
  • Hucklebery Youth Programs

School Attended

  • California State University
  • University of California

Job Titles Held:

  • Psychiatric Social Worker
  • Intern Clinician
  • Gang Prevention Specialist and Program Coordinator
  • Program Supervisor / TBS
  • Day Treatment Manager
  • Mental Health Worker II
  • Therapeutic Behavioral Service Counselor
  • Case Manager and Activity Coordinator
  • Staff Counselor
  • Job Coach/ Employment Developer
  • Clinical Case Manager

Degrees

  • Masters of Social Work
    Bachelor's Degree : Psychology
    B.A

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