Andrea Mitchell, MSW, LCSW, CESP
Director/Founder at EmployAbility: Employment and Housing Solutions, LLC- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP™)
CESPAug, 2018- Sep, 2024 -
Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW)
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services -
Mental Health First Aid
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Experience
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Director/Founder
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Jun 2014 - Present
Manage all operations of a social service company. * Adhere to state and county technical specifications to assist people in finding and sustaining meaningful employment and housing * Manage all aspects of running a Limited Liability Company including human resources, payroll, accounting, policy creation, and tax compliance * Train and supervise staff * Coordinate and outreach to local businesses to pair qualified applicants with employers * Help people navigate the housing system in Dane County * Provide timely, accurate and detailed reports to the WI Division of Vocational Rehabilitation according to state specification * Provide clinical social work services to people enrolled in Dane County's Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) * https://www.linkedin.com/company/employability-employment-and-housing-solutions-llc * www.employability-llc.com * https://www.facebook.com/EmployAbilityES Show less
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Owner
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Oct 2012 - Present
Every Design One-of-a-Kind at AlyxAndrea Design At AlyxAndrea Design we use quality ribbons, beads and pendants to create stunning jewelry and ornaments. Every Design One-of-a-Kind at AlyxAndrea Design At AlyxAndrea Design we use quality ribbons, beads and pendants to create stunning jewelry and ornaments.
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Mendota Mental Health Institute
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United States
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Medical Practices
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1 - 100 Employee
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Clinical Social Work Intern
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Aug 2016 - May 2017
* Facilitated treatment groups within a secure forensic treatment facility for men * Received training and experience in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy * Gained experience in Sex Offender Treatment and Substance Use Treatment * Participated in multi-disciplinary team meetings * Facilitated treatment groups within a secure forensic treatment facility for men * Received training and experience in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy * Gained experience in Sex Offender Treatment and Substance Use Treatment * Participated in multi-disciplinary team meetings
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Domestic Violence Group Facilitator
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Dec 2015 - Jul 2016
Facilitated domestic violence treatment group for up to 10 men on probation or parole utilizing the Duluth Model * Completed accurate and timely reports for the Department of Corrections Facilitated domestic violence treatment group for up to 10 men on probation or parole utilizing the Duluth Model * Completed accurate and timely reports for the Department of Corrections
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The Salvation Army
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Case Manager
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May 2010 - Sep 2015
Provided short-term case management services for women staying in the Single Women's Homeless Shelter and families on the waitlist for Family Shelter. * Problem solved/case planned to ensure needs were met (psychiatric, medical, personal care, income, housing etc) * Planned and facilitated weekly meetings for all Single Women's Shelter staff * Attended community meetings: LaSup (Latino Support Network), Homeless Services Consortium, Benefits Specialists Support) * Initiated and facilitated “Ready 2 Rent” Program for clients * Organized presentations on cultural competency for staff Show less
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U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
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Chemical Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Health Care for Homeless Veterans Outreach Intern
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Sep 2014 - May 2015
Reached out to veterans in Southern Wisconsin who are homeless and help them access federal and local resources to eliminate barriers to obtaining housing. Reached out to veterans in Southern Wisconsin who are homeless and help them access federal and local resources to eliminate barriers to obtaining housing.
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Community Psychological Services
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Group Facilitator
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Feb 2010 - Jun 2014
Facilitated Cognitive Behavioral Intervention Programs at the WI Department of Correction's Day Report Center. * Groups were comprised of up to 15 people who were on probation or parole * Completed progress reports and all necessary paperwork to contract specifications Facilitated Cognitive Behavioral Intervention Programs at the WI Department of Correction's Day Report Center. * Groups were comprised of up to 15 people who were on probation or parole * Completed progress reports and all necessary paperwork to contract specifications
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Development Specialist
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Oct 2008 - May 2010
Facilitated weekly appointments to assist people with disabilities in their efforts to find and sustain employment. * Provided employment search support in the form of resume and cover letter creation, employer outreach, and interview preparation * Helped people develop soft skills necessary to maintain employment * Worked with Vocational Counselors to develop and implement an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) * Provided case management services and prepared monthly reports for the Wisconsin Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Show less
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Work Plus Inc
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United States
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Job Coach
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Aug 2007 - Oct 2008
Provided employment and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, and mental health concerns. Provided employment and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, and mental health concerns.
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Northwest Counseling and Guidance Clinic
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Mental Health Professional/Group Facilitator
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Oct 2005 - Jun 2007
Planned and implemented group counseling sessions with youth experiencing behavioral problems. * Groups included: Anger Management, Creative Expressions, Coping Skills, AODA, Independent Living Skills, and Problem Solving. * Provided de-escalation and crisis intervention as well as individual counseling sessions for clients as needed * Worked as part of a team of professionals to provide case management, treatment planning, and aftercare planning Planned and implemented group counseling sessions with youth experiencing behavioral problems. * Groups included: Anger Management, Creative Expressions, Coping Skills, AODA, Independent Living Skills, and Problem Solving. * Provided de-escalation and crisis intervention as well as individual counseling sessions for clients as needed * Worked as part of a team of professionals to provide case management, treatment planning, and aftercare planning
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Group Home Staff Member
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Jan 2003 - Dec 2004
Supervised adolescent females at Steppin' Out Group Home and supervised adolescent females who are pregnant or parenting at First Home Group Home. * Provided guidance and support in areas such as independent living skills, problem solving, and crisis intervention. Supervised adolescent females at Steppin' Out Group Home and supervised adolescent females who are pregnant or parenting at First Home Group Home. * Provided guidance and support in areas such as independent living skills, problem solving, and crisis intervention.
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Education
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2013 - 2017
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Master's Degree, Social Work -
1995 - 1999
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Bachelors, Psychology
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