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
