Kiyeka Gift

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10+ years of experience in behavioral health, care management, and care coordination. Skilled at developing individualized care plans, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA, Medicaid, and Medicare. Proven track record managing complex cases across outpatient mental health, maternal health, child welfare, and therapeutic foster care settings.

Known for strong organizational skills, detailed documentation, patient advocacy, and ability to streamline care processes from admission through discharge while maintaining person-centered, ethical practices.

Clinician (LCSW) at Montelongo Mental Health (2025-10 – Present)

• Provided evidence-based outpatient mental health services and comprehensive clinical assessments via secure telehealth platforms.
• Maintained accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with HIPAA, ethical, and legal standards.

Outpatient Mental Health Therapist at Center for Emotional Health (2023-05 – 2025-11)

• Conducted comprehensive clinical assessments to determine appropriate levels of care and clinical needs; documented findings in compliance with HIPAA and payer requirements.
• Coordinated integrated behavioral healthcare by collaborating with psychiatrists, primary care providers, and case managers; monitored treatment progress to ensure medical appropriateness.

Obstetric Care Manager at Onslow County Health Department (2018-05 – 2023-05)

• Developed and implemented individualized care management plans addressing physical health, behavioral health, and social support needs; coordinated services across obstetrics, pediatrics, behavioral health, and community partners.
• Reviewed medical, behavioral health, and psychosocial information to identify barriers to care; facilitated referrals to WIC, home visiting, and community resources while maintaining Medicaid compliance.
• Monitored maternal and fetal health outcomes and ensured adherence to treatment recommendations and follow-up care.

Therapeutic Foster Care Coordinator at ACI Support Specialists (2013-10 – 2018-05)

• Managed behavioral health services by developing Person-Centered Plans and crisis intervention plans to address individualized needs; submitted clinical documentation to LME/MCOs for authorization and medical necessity review.
• Coordinated care across DSS, foster families, healthcare providers, schools, and community professionals to ensure continuity of care; monitored client progress and responded to service changes.

Treatment Social Worker at Onslow County Department of Social Services (2012-05 – 2013-10)

• Assessed child safety and family stability through home and community visits; collaborated with law enforcement, educators, and healthcare providers to coordinate protective services.

Guardian ad Litem Volunteer at 4th Judicial Branch (2011-10 – 2012-05)

• Advocated for abused and neglected children in court proceedings
• Conducted home visits, gathered reports, and provided best-interest recommendations to the court

Intern at Marine Corps Family Team Building (2010-08 – 2011-04)

• Supported military family programs through education, workshops, and resource coordination
• Conducted evaluations and developed tools to assess family readiness and satisfaction

Master of Social Work in Social Work – University of New England

Bachelor of Social Work in Social Work – University of North Carolina Wilmington

Certificate in Early Childhood Education – Eastern Shore Community College