Behavioral Care Manager

• Jan 2021 - Present

Clinical Supervisor

• Aug 2018 - Jan 2021

Social Work Intern

• Nov 2017 - May 2018

This job requires the implementation of a strengths-based approach in short-term therapy utilizing Problem-Solving Treatment. The position is modeled as a collaborative approach employing social workers, doctors, and psychiatrists in an integrated behavioral health care system. Psycho-education as well as evidenced based practices such as Behavioral Activation, Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy are the main avenues of treatment. Patient diagnoses vary in severity and chief among those encountered in the therapeutic environment are Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Weekly screens to monitor depressive and anxious symptoms (PHQ-9 and GAD-7 respectively) are utilized. In addition to this, suicidality assessments incorporating the AMSR are conducted when necessary. Weekly case conferencing meetings are conducted to discuss alternative treatment and potential medication management with other facility social workers and a consulting psychiatrist. Referrals to long-term treatment are often also utilized. Show less

MSW Intern

• Feb 2017 - Sep 2017

This role required varied levels of clinical practice. During my time at Su Casa Therapeutic Community for opiate users, I conducted intake screenings and psychosocial assessments to determine the suitability of fit for clients, this component often involved crisis intervention; created therapeutic alliances with residents; and designed and facilitated thematic programs for group discussions with therapeutic purpose. Efforts to re-establish familial bonds and to rectify outstanding court ordinances were also enacted as part of the position. Show less

MSW Intern

• Sep 2016 - Feb 2017

Working as a Student Intern at Integral Guardianship Services required the conduction of assessments with clients in various settings, including nursing homes, and subsequently advocating for their medical needs; engaging in clinical interventions with clients where appropriate; working with a multidisciplinary staff to secure programming and benefits for clients; assisting in arranging suitable discharge from nursing facilities for clients; managing medical and property needs of over 80 incapacitated persons; and maintaining comprehensive records for court proceedings. Show less

Court Reporter

• May 2014 - Aug 2016

Sales Associate

• Jun 2013 - Sep 2013

Sales Associate

• May 2012 - Aug 2012

Senior Counsellor

• Jun 2009 - Aug 2011

Assistant Ski Instructor

• Dec 2008 - Mar 2010