Experience

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  Texas diabetes & endocrinology, p.a.

  Dec 2008 - Mar 2010

  Clinical research coordinator / site coordinator

  Conducted clinical research trials for investigative medications and devices under the supervision of medical investigatorsEstablished satellite office and directed clinical research including study recruitment, maintenance and close-outPerformed phlebotomy and measured patient vitals, administered injections, and provided patient education on diet and medication use

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  Baylor scott & white health

  Aug 2010 - May 2011

  Social work intern

  Provided individual and family therapeutic support to adults with mental health disorders on an inpatient psychiatric unitCollaborated with an interdisciplinary treatment team to complete assessments, interventions, and goal-setting with clientsCo-facilitated daily group therapy sessions with a high acuity, dual diagnosis population Sharpened case management and discharge planning skills

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  Capital area counseling, formerly capital area mental health center

  Jul 2011 - Aug 2012

  Applied mindfulness-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and other evidence-based practices with adult and young adult females in a non-profit agencyRefined social works skills of empathy, authenticity, validation, reflection, confronting, critical thinking, and self-awareness Provided administrative support for agency directors using Windows, Outlook, and PowerPointCreated and implemented organizational systems using Word, Excel, and Access

  • Social Work Intern

    Jan 2012 - Aug 2012

  • Administrative Assistant

    Jul 2011 - Jan 2012
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  Cedar crest hospital & residential treatment center

  Dec 2012 - Aug 2013

  Clinical therapist/case manager

  Facilitated individual, group, and family therapy with children, adolescents, and their families in an acute inpatient psychiatric setting utilizing crisis intervention, motivational interviewing, and brief therapy skillsUtilized assessment and treatment planning skills and executed therapeutic interventions in accordance with formulated goalsCollaborated with an interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, dieticians, and administrators in the treatment process

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  Capital area counseling, formerly capital area mental health center

  Sept 2013 - Mar 2014

  Mental health therapist

  Provided psychotherapy in an outpatient setting to high-need, low-income clients suffering from mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, suicidality, and personality disordersCompleted thorough psychosocial assessments, created treatment plans and facilitated therapeutic interventions in accordance with formulated goalsEmployed an insight-oriented, relational therapeutic approach with an emphasis on person-centered, compassionate, non-judgmental treatmentUtilized CBT, DBT, Somatic Experiencing and psychoanalytic approaches to treatment Show less

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  St. david's healthcare

  Oct 2013 - Feb 2014

  Prn social worker

  Assessed patients with behavioral health or substance use disorders in the emergency room and evaluated for discharge or transfer to an inpatient psychiatric facilityCoordinated transfer and/or provided case management servicesProvided brief clinical interventions as appropriate

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  University of utah - employment

  Feb 2014 - Feb 2016

  Research therapist

  • Completed evidence-based biopsychosocial screenings and risk assessments with suicidal service members utilizing proven modalities and interventions• Utilized crisis interventions based on comprehensive treatment plans in conjunction with a research protocol approved and regulated by the Internal Review Board (IRB)• Developed and implemented a successful referral and communications system between research staff and government providers at the clinical site (Fort Carson Military Base)

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  Diversus health

  Feb 2016 - Jul 2018

  Integrated behavioral health provider

  • Developed, piloted, and evaluated group curriculums for a chronic pain management program to support patients with decreasing opioid use, jointly with nursing staff• Provided clinical assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions to a caseload of 80-100 clients• Collaborated with the healthcare team to provide a holistic, person-centered approach for all clients

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  Matthews-vu medical group

  Sept 2018 - Jun 2019

  Behavioral health provider

  • Developed and implemented a collaborative care model, jointly with the psychiatry department• Facilitated the growth and financial sustainability of the Behavioral Health Department through the identification of potential funding streams, including the Medicaid collaborative care model• Established protocols and workflows for the behavioral health program and participated in the hiring of additional behavioral health professionals• Provided direct care to a caseload of more than 60 clinic patients, providing education on health care management and disease, maintaining detailed clinical notes and records for each patient, and utilizing evidence-based behavioral health practices and modalities for treatment and intervention (CBT, ACT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and mindfulness techniques) Show less

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  El paso county public health

  Jul 2019 - Jun 2024

  • Served as a member of the executive leadership team, providing direction and coordination of agency-wide strategic initiatives, health equity efforts, and public health programs• Facilitated stakeholder engagement for the development of new programs, coalitions, and partnerships• Provided guidance and oversight to the Healthy Communities Collaborative and Community Health Assessment (CHA)• Performed cost/benefit analyses and researched and recommended public health grants• Led new programs and initiatives, including behavioral health, public health, and health equity activities• Served as a liaison to other County departments and regional partners; facilitated partnerships with community organizations that address the same or related service population(s)• Prepared and managed proposals, budgets, and work plans for program area and projects; prepared required reports and evaluations• Supervised and evaluated assigned program staff and provided consistent feedback on job performance; participated in the hiring and disciplinary processes• Evaluated, analyzed, and recommended areas for growth and program improvement throughout the agency Show less • Provided oversight of the Maternal Child Health (MCH) Title V Block Grant Program, including all MCH-specific fiscal and programmatic activities• Supervised, trained, and mentored a team of ten, driving high levels of customer service and performance• Oversaw action plans, budgets, and schedules; completed status reports in accordance with project deliverables• Developed a care coordination program; hired and trained all staff for this program• Monitored project progress and ensured timely and accurate completion of program activities• Collaborated and communicated with agency leadership and external stakeholders throughout various planning and implementation stages• Facilitated staff development and team exercises geared at increasing cohesion and productivity through the use of the Gallup Strengths Finder assessment and leadership model• COVID/Emergency Response roles included grant administration, development of new initiatives and programs, and hiring and onboarding of community support staff Show less

  • Strategic Initiatives Officer

    May 2023 - Jun 2024

  • Program Manager, Maternal Child Health Programs

    Jul 2019 - May 2023
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  Ellie mental health-monument, co

  Nov 2024 - now

  Clinic director

  Oversee the hiring process, provide training for new hires, assess ongoing development and training needs and conduct ongoing training as neededManage staff performance, including Performance Coaching, Performance Improvement Plans, and termination processOversee peer consultation group to ensure clinical excellence and align with best practicesProvide 1:1 consultation with all therapy staff to review productivity, caseload, and clinical documentation/treatment plansProvide clinical oversight, including crisis & mandated reporting supportEvaluate mental health diagnoses, create and implement treatment plans, complete ongoing documentation including further diagnosis, treatment plan reviews, and case notesUtilize creativity in interventions to help clients achieve and exceed goalsCoordinate services with case managers, families, work personnel, medical personnel, other Ellie staff, and school staff as neededCollaborate with franchise owner and Ellie Mental Health corporate staff to implement strategies for fiscal and clinical efficiency; monitor and analyze clinic health dashboards & reportingMonitor and manage clinic office schedules and office suppliesServe as a liaison for billing needsServe as a liaison for insurance companies seeking forms, client data or phone attestations; stay informed of insurance regulations & requirementsProvide timely responses to questions or concerns raised by clients, clinicians, and shared services representativesServe as point of contact for building management related issues or concerns Clinic Outreach, Marketing, and NetworkingSpearhead community outreach and engagement effortsAttend community events, share educational presentations with community partners, media interviewsCollaborate with franchise owner and Ellie Corporate Team to implement all required policies and proceduresIdentify opportunities to improve client care, quality, and effectiveness, and implement changes in collaboration with franchise owner Show less