Theo Lagerstedt

Dynamic Medical Social Worker with extensive experience at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, skilled in crisis management and comprehensive psychosocial evaluations. Successfully developed tailored treatment plans, empowering patients through effective case management and community resource referrals. Passionate about advocating for vulnerable populations and enhancing patient care through collaboration and innovative solutions.

Therapist at Banyan Treatment Center (2026-03 – Present)

• Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions for diverse client populations.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate clients' mental health and treatment progress.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
• Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance therapeutic effectiveness.
• Educated clients and families on coping strategies and available resources.
• Maintained accurate and confidential client records in compliance with regulations.
• Provided crisis intervention support to clients facing distressing situations.
• Utilized techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices during sessions.

Clinical Therapist at Florida Civil Commitment Center (2025-07 – 2026-01)

• Created tailored treatment plans based on comprehensive client assessments.
• Documented client progress and maintained accurate records in systems for tracking.
• Educated clients on effective coping strategies and available mental health resources.
• Monitored client goal achievement within established treatment plans.
• Facilitated psychoeducational classes covering communication skills, boundary setting, and problem-solving techniques.
• Participated in weekly clinical case reviews to enhance patient care practices.
• Developed personalized treatment courses by evaluating individual goals and mental health conditions.

MSW - Trauma and Critical Care at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center (2023-09 – 2025-06)

• Provided supportive counseling services to victims of abuse and neglect.
• Assisted patients in accessing community resources, including housing and transportation options.
• Encouraged patients to develop coping mechanisms for effective behavior modification.
• Performed psychosocial assessments and documented findings in electronic medical records.
• Collaborated with professionals, including providers, psychologists, and nurses, to coordinate patient care.
• Maintained knowledge through continuing education and advanced training initiatives.
• Facilitated referrals for emergency shelter placements for individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams and community contacts to ensure continuity.

Director of Social Services at Berlin Health And Rehab Center (2022-11 – 2023-08)

• Managed resident admissions, discharges, and referrals to facilities and agencies based on needs and preferences.
• Directed social services department of 148-bed nursing facility, overseeing staff operations.
• Facilitated care meetings with residents and families to confirm adherence to care plans.
• Assisted residents in adjusting to new environments, ensuring psychosocial health and satisfaction.
• Advocated for residents' needs regarding care quality, food, facilities, and interactions.
• Handled resident support concerns respectfully to maintain dignity, health, and safety.
• Educated residents and families about funding sources including private insurance and Medicare.
• Implemented strategies to improve communication among residents, families, and healthcare teams.

Medical Social Worker at Bayada Hospice (2021-11 – 2023-03)

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams and families to determine appropriate treatment options.
• Conducted psychosocial assessments to evaluate current patient needs.
• Provided education and support to family members of patients.
• Communicated diagnoses and treatment programs to patients' relatives.
• Coordinated psychosocial assessment treatment plans and documented progress notes.
• Monitored physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient conditions for necessary medical care.
• Utilized computerized resource and patient management systems (RPMS) and electronic health records (EHR).
• Engaged with families to ensure understanding of treatment options and enhance involvement.
• Coordinated psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes to enhance care quality.
• Documented services and gathered data for comprehensive evaluation.
• Referred clients and families to relevant community resources for mental and physical health support.
• Planned and executed discharge processes from care facilities to patients' homes.
• Facilitated patient and family comfort during stressful situations to promote recovery.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors, and updated supervising physicians on critical observations.
• Utilized computerized resource management system (RPMS) and electronic health record (EHR) system for efficient documentation.

Care Manager- Temp position at UVMMC Central Vermont Medical Center (2022-06 – 2022-10)

• Coordinated psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes to enhance care quality.
• Documented services and gathered data for comprehensive evaluation.
• Referred clients and families to relevant community resources for mental and physical health support.
• Planned and executed discharge processes from care facilities to patients' homes.
• Facilitated patient and family comfort during stressful situations to promote recovery.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors, and updated supervising physicians on critical observations.
• Utilized computerized resource management system (RPMS) and electronic health record (EHR) system for efficient documentation.

Mediator/Life Coach at Self Employed (2012-05 – 2022-03)

• Employed a solution-focused approach when working with clients and families.
• Achieved positive outcomes through close collaboration with clients.
• Effectively mediated and resolved conflicts among clients.
• Accurately charted information within client files for future reference.
• Facilitated referrals to community agencies for enhanced support.
• Ensured adherence to professional boundaries at all times.

Medical Social Worker at CVHHH (2019-12 – 2021-02)

• Performed psychosocial assessments and evaluations of current needs.
• Gathered community resources, and coordinated referrals to obtain services.
• Counseled patients on an ongoing basis to assist with challenges.
• Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of professionals, as well as patients and families, to determine appropriate treatment options.
• Provided education and support to patients' family members.
• Utilized the computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Helped patients navigate the healthcare system and care options by educating them on relevant subject areas and answering questions throughout the treatment process.
• Communicated with relatives of patients about diagnoses and treatment programs.

Family Support Coordinator at PCAVT (2018-10 – 2019-10)

• Coordinate and train facilitators throughout Washington, Windsor, and Orange Counties, teaching Nurturing Parenting education classes and parenting support groups.
• Referred parents to our Nurturing Skills for Families groups, and applied services and resources for families in distress.
• Managed parent support groups address topics such as positive parenting and parenting styles through evidence-based education, training workshops, and groups.
• Trained facilitators to run groups and parent education classes.
• Collaborated with team members to identify and accomplish family support goals.
• Work with the department. Of Corrections and the Department for Children and Families to collaborate on services for parents in need.
• Facilitated parental workshops and classes to provide support to children in achieving school and academic success.
• Met with clients to determine necessary services, and make treatment recommendations.

Assistant Director/Case Manager Temp position at WCYSB-Residential Program (2018-04 – 2018-10)

• Directed teams in executing special projects and overseeing daily operations.
• Managed a team of 10 staff members, ensuring effective performance and collaboration.
• Supported over 10 residents by monitoring case management plans and implementing necessary modifications.
• Assessed residents to identify needs and developed tailored residential case plans.
• Collaborated daily with Department of Corrections and Probation, participating in weekly management meetings.
• Coordinated resident aftercare planning and wrap-around services to enhance support.
• Engaged in community outreach, partnering with DOL Voc-Rehab and state services for low-income housing.

Mental Health Specialist And Recovery at Vermont Psychiatric Care Hospital (2014-05 – 2018-04)

• Implement a positive behavior support plan, which includes a range of intervention and strategies that are designed to prevent the problem behavior
• Teaching socially appropriate alternative behaviors
• Supports in a variety of settings Quickly responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose
• Documented all patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes
• Collaborated closely with treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services
• Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking

Master Of Social Work in Medical Social Work – Norwich University/CCV (2012-06)

Social Work in Social work – Woodbury College (2008-06)

Associate Of Arts in Mediation and Conflict Management – Woodbury College (2008)