Ethan Kent, MSW, LSCSW, LCSW, CAGCS
Program Director at Psychiatric Medical Care- Claim this Profile
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LinkedIn User
Ethan was a valued team member at our agency, working closely with our LSCSW/LCSW. He was a conscientious, respected, well-liked intern staff member who added greatly to the dementia program we created on behalf of those on hospice, their building care staff and families.
LinkedIn User
Ethan was a valued team member at our agency, working closely with our LSCSW/LCSW. He was a conscientious, respected, well-liked intern staff member who added greatly to the dementia program we created on behalf of those on hospice, their building care staff and families.
LinkedIn User
Ethan was a valued team member at our agency, working closely with our LSCSW/LCSW. He was a conscientious, respected, well-liked intern staff member who added greatly to the dementia program we created on behalf of those on hospice, their building care staff and families.
LinkedIn User
Ethan was a valued team member at our agency, working closely with our LSCSW/LCSW. He was a conscientious, respected, well-liked intern staff member who added greatly to the dementia program we created on behalf of those on hospice, their building care staff and families.
Credentials
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Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker
KSBSRBMar, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Missouri Division of Professional RegistrationMay, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist
Evergreen CertificationsJun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Grief Counseling Specialist
Evergreen CertificationsMay, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Psychiatric Medical Care
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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100 - 200 Employee
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Program Director
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Dec 2020 - Present
Overall clinical and administrative responsibility for the Intensive Outpatient Psychiatric program. Supervises the program staff, including evaluating and delivering staff performance, recruiting and screening new staff, and providing community education to create awareness of the program. Kind and accountable, creating a work environment that encourages team members to be their authentic selves and creating a safe space.
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Program Therapist
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Apr 2018 - Dec 2020
Provided intensive outpatient therapeutic services for patients utilizing group, individual, and family therapy sessions. Worked within a small, interdisciplinary team with a focus on quality patient care and provision of services ordered by a physician. Documented all completed services in compliance with provided standards and regulations and is thorough with details and organization. Responsible trainer for new PRN therapist hires. 2019 Therapist of the Year.
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The University of Kansas Health System
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Social Work Case Manager (PRN)
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Feb 2017 - Sep 2018
Completed inpatient psychosocial assessments. Finalized discharges. Provided supportive counseling. Functioned as a multidisciplinary team member. Completed inpatient psychosocial assessments. Finalized discharges. Provided supportive counseling. Functioned as a multidisciplinary team member.
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Cornerstones of Care
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Therapist II
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Aug 2017 - Mar 2018
Provided outpatient counseling to children, adolescents and adults. Provided individual, family and couples therapy, in addition to crisis intervention. Employed The Sanctuary Model, a comprehensive trauma-informed method, creating change and helping individuals heal from traumatic experiences. Provided outpatient counseling to children, adolescents and adults. Provided individual, family and couples therapy, in addition to crisis intervention. Employed The Sanctuary Model, a comprehensive trauma-informed method, creating change and helping individuals heal from traumatic experiences.
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KVC Health Systems
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Family Preservation Therapist
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Mar 2014 - Jul 2017
Provided in-home case management and therapeutic services to support severe, high-risk families whose children are in the child welfare system. Employed trauma systems therapy (TST) and the parent empowerment program (PEP). Utilized motivational interviewing strategies. Submitted court reports and attended child in need of care hearings. Collaborated with The Department for Children and Families (DCF), schools, medical and mental health professionals and court services in developing intervention goals and service plans. Show less
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WYANDOT CENTER FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Mental Health Therapist
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Dec 2013 - May 2014
Conducted walk-in crisis assessments and intakes. Functioned as a Hospital Screener, completing pre-hospitalization screenings. Coordinated crisis interventions and short-term community support with other emergency services, law enforcement and Wyandot Center staff to provide increased support to consumers. Conducted walk-in crisis assessments and intakes. Functioned as a Hospital Screener, completing pre-hospitalization screenings. Coordinated crisis interventions and short-term community support with other emergency services, law enforcement and Wyandot Center staff to provide increased support to consumers.
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The University of Kansas Health System
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Mental Health Assistant
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Aug 2003 - Feb 2014
Provided basic patient care to all patients including those in isolation. Provided age specific assistance with activities of daily living and therapeutic measures that will result in a lower level of agitation and/or higher level of comfort for the patient. Assisted in daily activities while teaching new skills, ensuring safety, assisting to manage behaviors, plan activities, reinforce treatment plans and document within the EMR. 2012 Patient Care Assistant of the Year. Provided basic patient care to all patients including those in isolation. Provided age specific assistance with activities of daily living and therapeutic measures that will result in a lower level of agitation and/or higher level of comfort for the patient. Assisted in daily activities while teaching new skills, ensuring safety, assisting to manage behaviors, plan activities, reinforce treatment plans and document within the EMR. 2012 Patient Care Assistant of the Year.
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Johnson County Mental Health Center
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Shawnee, KS
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Mental Health Clinician II (On-call)
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Nov 2013 - Dec 2013
Functioned as an After-hours Screener, conducting pre-hospitalization screenings to determine level of hospitalization. Answered the emergency line, providing crisis intervention and assisting with DBT phone coaching. Coordinated emergency services with law enforcement. Functioned as an After-hours Screener, conducting pre-hospitalization screenings to determine level of hospitalization. Answered the emergency line, providing crisis intervention and assisting with DBT phone coaching. Coordinated emergency services with law enforcement.
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Education
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2009 - 2013
The University of Kansas
Master of Social Work (MSW), Health/Mental Health -
1998 - 2002
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Family Studies and Human Services
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