Molly P.D. Czech, MSW, LCSW

Experience

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  Brown County

  Aug 2006 - Dec 2006

  Student Intern

  •Built rapport while counseling women inmates with the help of the jail deacon•Communicated well with diverse groups of women discussing problems and expressing opinions and preferences respectfully•Presented effective action plans for women to obtain a better standard of living after release from jail•Educated women on resources available in the greater Green Bay community

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  Brown County

  Aug 2007 - May 2008

  Social Work Intern

  •Supervised parent-child visits, providing children with protection while guiding parents in parental caretaking•Listened attentively and objectively while interviewing clients for eligibility of government assistant programs•Assisted in the planning and facilitation of monthly Pals Program•Interviewed potential mentors for the Pals Program and matched appropriate adults with children involved in the program•Completed several projects and administrative tasks with supervisors Show less

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  Hoover High School

  Sept 2008 - May 2009

  Social Work Intern

  •Provided individual counseling, psychosocial support and crisis intervention with high risk students, ages 14-18•Coordinated and facilitated weekly group counseling sessions•Triaged with nurses, MSW, LCSW, and psychologist for a holistic approach to treatment•Performed case management and referral linkage to school programs and community resources according to needs•Worked on special projects and participated in monthly meetings with the Educational Collaborative and Price Charities Show less

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  Sharp Hospital

  Sept 2009 - Dec 2010

  •Conducted clinical biopsychosocial assessments of individuals, couples, and families in the acute psychiatric inpatient hospital•Provided diagnostic impressions on case histories and clinical assessments to other health care staff along with judicial personnel when appropriate•Provided individual and group counseling and goal focused interventions with patients and families•Evaluated patient/families progress toward goals and determined the need to alter goals and interventions •Attended, presented and completed necessary documentation for multidisciplinary team meetings•Served as patient advocate through encouraging patient and family participation in decision making and acts to uphold individual rights•Utilized appropriate community resources on behalf of patients and families and served as a liaison between patients and community agencies•Facilitated discharge planning with patients and their respective multidisciplinary team Show less

  • Psychiatric Social Worker

    May 2010 - Dec 2010

  • Psychiatric Social Work Intern

    Sept 2009 - May 2010
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  Outagamie County Department of Health and Human Services

  Dec 2010 - Oct 2013

  Clinical Therapist

  •Managed a diverse caseload of adults and adolescents who suffer from chronic mental illness with a focus on clinical case management, supportive therapy, illness management and recovery education, daily living skills training and community integration •Provided social work consultation within a multidisciplinary team •Completed psychosocial assessments of patient, family dynamics, environment, medical and psychological history and formulated individualized outcome based treatment plans •Maintained readiness to assist colleagues in managing psychiatric and/or medical emergencies experienced by any consumer•Shared off-hour crisis coverage for Outagamie County on staff rotation schedule, assisted medical and police staff with mental health evaluations on high risk individuals experiencing an increase in psychiatric symptoms •Provided on-going symptom assessment and monitored client’s stability, mental status, and court ordered treatment at each client contact•Assisted individuals and family members in understanding mental illness, medication, and other forms of treatment •Provided support, education and technical services to assist families and agencies in caring for the chronically mentally ill individual and their family•Generated and maintained accurate electronic documentation as required by established standards and internal departmental polices•Provided individuals and family members with information regarding services available from County, State and Federal agencies, making referrals and requesting additional services when appropriate Show less

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  Jefferson County Human Services

  Nov 2013 - Jul 2015

  Comprehensive Community Services Facilitator

  •Provided case management, clinical assessment, psychotherapy and treatment planning services to children, adolescents and adults diagnosed with Mental Health and/or Chemical Dependency disorders •Facilitated and provided psychosocial rehabilitative services as specified in the Comprehensive Community Services Service Array•Completed clinical initial and in-depth assessment of client condition•Provided service facilitation. Coordinated auxiliary assessments, case reviews and person centered treatment planning•Coordinated crisis service, including Emergency Mental Health•Coordinated services with schools, private and other non-profit providers and organizations•Monitored client symptoms on a ongoing basis•Developed recovery (treatment) plans. Coordinated and conducted recovery team meetings with all member's of the individual's team•Prepared accurate and timely documentation as required for individual consumers, providers and program reports•Participated in training, quality control and program improvement Show less

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  St. Mary's Hospital

  Jul 2015 - now

  Clinical Social Worker

  •Completes initial and ongoing assessment specific to psychosocial, psychiatric, crisis intervention and discharge planning needs of patient and family across the age continuum in both the Emergency Room and Psychiatric Unit.•Identifies physical, social, psychological, cultural, spiritual variables which affect the patient and family across the age continuum to promote effective discharge outcomes.•Completes psychiatric assessments for identified patients who present to the Emergency Department with mental health concerns. Based on this assessment, develops and documents a discharge plan; refer appropriate cases for hospital admission or community crisis support as it relates to the discharge plan.•Identifies indicators of abuse or neglect and intervene per regulatory requirements. •Coordinates discharge plan in conjunction with patient, family and natural supports. Facilitates family meetings when appropriate to provide education and support pertaining to diagnosis, treatment recommendations and safety planning.•Presents options to patient and family to address their needs and assist them with the decision-making process.•Identifies resources with in-network and out-of-network insurance plans. •Facilitates psycho-education, group therapy, planning and assessment of effective therapies.Coordinates and facilitates chapter 51 commitments, emergency detentions and assists with director’s hold. Show less

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  University of Wisconsin-Madison Mental Health Services

  Jan 2016 - now

  Mental Health Care Manager

  •Screen and assess students for mental health and substance abuse disorders and provide referrals for support and treatment as clinically indicated. •Support and coordinate mental health care with students and other university professionals either at UW-Madison or in the community. •Identify mental health and daily living resources with in-network insurance, out-of-network insurance and community programs to ensure student needs are being met to their full capacity. •Provide brief interventions to meet student needs using evidence-based techniques such as Solution Focused Treatment, Motivational Interviewing, Person Centered Planning and Crisis Intervention. •Complete risk assessments with students to evaluate and ensure safety. •Assist with crisis intervention, safety planning and facilitation of psychiatric hospital evaluation when safety concerns are present. •Educate students and natural supports on mental health concerns and recommended treatment(s) to ensure the best quality of life both personally and academically. •Active participant in a multidisciplinary team working together to best serve the student’s emotional and academic needs. Show less