Clinical Therapist - Beyond Healthcare Toledo - Toledo, Ohio, USA
(2026-03 - 2026-05)
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments using standardized diagnostic tools (DSM-5) to develop, implement, and monitor highly individualized treatment plans, focusing on reducing behavioral challenges and preventing chronic mental health issues in adolescents
- Deliver individual, group, and family therapy interventions based on evidence-based practices (such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care) tailored to patients experiencing acute crises
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, families, and external school/legal systems to develop comprehensive safety plans, ensuring continuity of care and improved therapeutic outcomes
- Provide immediate crisis intervention and stabilization techniques to minimize the need for emergency room visits and inpatient hospitalization, easing the burden on the Ohio public health system
- Maintain rigorous clinical documentation ensuring 100% compliance with HIPAA guidelines, state regulations, and accrediting bodies to uphold the integrity of the clinical data
Social Work - Human Trafficking and Social Justice Institute
(2025-12)
- Analyze secondary datasets to identify critical health disparities in Community Health Worker projects, directly informing strategies to improve care for marginalized populations and reducing systemic health inequities
- Author and spearhead the development of evidence-based policy briefs and reports for state-level stakeholders, shaping Ohio's approach to housing instability and early childhood literacy
- Orchestrate a trauma-informed, comprehensive care referral network for survivors of human trafficking across Northern Ohio, enhancing the continuity of care for high-risk victims
- Act as a key liaison between law enforcement, healthcare providers, legal advocates, and social service organizations to ensure a unified, multidisciplinary response to trafficking cases
- Coordinate specialized, holistic services for survivors of human trafficking, directly contributing to the stabilization and safety of vulnerable individuals in accordance with national advocacy standards
Mental Health Professional - Zepf Center - Toledo, OH, USA
(2025-09 - 2025-12)
- Conduct comprehensive, specialized mental health assessments and diagnostic intake interviews for complex, high-needs populations to determine appropriate treatment trajectories
- Develop, implement, and monitor evidence-based treatment plans (e.g., CBT, DBT, Trauma-Focused therapies) to improve client functioning and promote long-term recovery
- Provide immediate crisis intervention and suicide risk assessments to stabilize patients, ensuring safety and reducing emergency room visits
- Facilitate multi-disciplinary care coordination, liaising with community resources, social services, and healthcare providers to bridge gaps in care for underserved populations
- Maintain advanced, compliance-focused clinical records in strict adherence to HIPAA and federal/state regulatory standards
- Provide specialized therapeutic modalities to treat severe mental illnesses (SMI) and trauma, improving patient outcomes and alleviating the national burden of mental health crises
- Educate clients and families on psychoeducation, coping skills, and resilience-building strategies to enhance self-management of mental health disorders
Social Worker - Toledo Ark - Toledo, Ohio, USA
(2025-07 - 2025-09)
- Develop and execute individualized, trauma-informed treatment plans using evidence-based practices (e.g., CBT, DBT) for children facing severe mental health challenges
- Perform comprehensive psychosocial assessments and mental health evaluations for complex cases, implementing crisis intervention protocols to ensure child safety
- Provide advanced clinical counseling, targeting behavioral health issues, trauma, and addiction to improve long-term functioning and emotional resilience in children
- Partner with pediatricians, school officials, and juvenile justice professionals to coordinate holistic care and develop systemic interventions
- Supervise, train, and mentor clinical social work interns and junior staff, establishing high standards for clinical documentation and ethical practice
- Act as a specialized client advocate to secure access to essential resources, including Section 8 housing, specialized childcare, and Medicare/Medicaid benefits for vulnerable families
- Maintain, review, and secure client progress records in strict compliance with legal, ethical, and HIPAA standards
MSW Student and Graduate Research Assistant - University of Toledo - Ohio, USA
(2023-01)
- Conducted literature reviews and qualitative interviews/analysis to identify inconsistencies in service provision for vulnerable families on Literacy Everywhere project
- Collaborated with the Department of Education and Workforce and community experts to translate research findings into actionable policy recommendations
- Led data analysis on trafficking survivor experiences to inform trauma-informed service provision as Survivor's Journeys Co-Investigator
- Leveraged RedCap to manage data and coordinated international resources (conferences, funding) for the Global Association of Human Trafficking Scholars
- Provided academic and social-emotional support to at-risk students as Toledo Public School Intern - Educational Interventionist, resulting in enhanced student engagement and creative problem-solving skills
- Implemented free writing techniques to improve student communication, self-expression, and mastery of core concepts
Senior Research Scientist and Program Manager - Africa Health Research Institute (AHRI) - South Africa
(2017-01 - 2023-12)
- Lead and direct 5 complex research projects, overseeing scientific development, fiscal management, and compliance, funded through competitive grants
- Design and implement novel research administration and management systems, including data collection/assurance frameworks and tracking tools that enhance efficiency in community-based research pathways
- Spearhead training and implementation of innovative visual participatory methods—such as Body-Mapping and PhotoVoice—to improve data quality and participant engagement
- Perform advanced qualitative data analysis using NVivo20, interpreting complex findings to inform evidence-based strategies
- Lead collaborations with community, government, and academic stakeholders to ensure research findings bridge the gap between academic research and actionable public policy
- Direct training on complex informed consent procedures for community advisory boards and research assistants, ensuring compliance with Institutional Review Board (IRB) standards
- Disseminate study findings to national and international audiences through academic conferences, peer-reviewed publications, and high-level policy presentations
- Author technical reports for grant funders and stakeholders and participate in strategic planning to shape the organization's research agenda
- Lead or assist in the development of successful competitive grant applications to secure funding for future research
Research Officer - Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH) - Johannesburg, South Africa
(2015-01 - 2016-12)
- Spearhead the Institutional Review Board (IRB) application process, ensuring all study protocols, informed consent forms, and data collection procedures comply with ethical standards
