Leah C. Brooks, MSW, LCSW

Experience

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  Valley Oaks Health

  Sept 2009 - Jul 2011

  Child & Adolescent Outpatient Case Manager

  I successfully managed a case load of 10 to 15 patients requiring mental health support and behavioral treatment services in academic, home, and community settings. I also coordinated wraparound case management services on behalf of qualifying children and their families.

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  Association for Autism and Neurodiversity

  Sept 2011 - May 2012

  Clinical/Macro Social Work Intern

  As a clinical social work intern, I provided individual therapy for adults with Asperger's Syndrome, facilitated group meetings of the AANE Artist Collaborative, coordinated noteworthy author seminars, and developed website materials for military families living with a diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome.

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  Italian Home for Children

  Sept 2012 - May 2013

  Clinical Social Work Intern

  Within this clinical social work internship, I was responsible for the clinical case management of boys and girls aged 4 to 12 residing within a community-based acute residential treatment (CBAT) facility. I provided individual, group, dyad, and family therapy to children and their families participating in the facility's treatment program.

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  City of Cambridge

  Jan 2013 - May 2013

  Inclusion Facilitator

  While finishing my Master's program, I adapted and modified after-school programs to assist children with developmental disabilities participate in activities designed for traditional school settings.

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  Bridge Over Troubled Waters

  May 2013 - Feb 2015

  Mental Health Clinician

  I was responsible for providing substance abuse and supportive counseling to homeless or disadvantaged youth aged 18 to 24. I completed intakes and assessments, offered long and short term counseling, as well as facilitated group work, case management, crisis intervention, treatment and discharge planning on behalf of high-risk clients. As a field instructor, I provided clinical supervision to graduate-level social work students.

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  Ivy Street School (MAB Community Services)

  Feb 2015 - Jul 2016

  Mental Health Clinician

  I provide counseling and clinical case management to students between ages 13 and 22 with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a private residential school setting. I work closely with clients and their families to complete assessments, develop treatment plans, and facilitate individual, dyad, and group treatment. I oversee the transition process of students moving from residential treatment to adult care or independent living by coordinating services and making referrals to necessary programs.

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  Skill Sprout, LLC

  Aug 2016 - Jun 2018

  Social Skills Consultant & Clinical Case Coordinator

  As a Social Skills Consultant, I provide diagnostic screenings and direct therapy to families seeking social skill development in their children diagnosed with a range of developmental, behavioral, and mental health disorders. I create measurable, data-driven behavioral treatment plans and oversee and supervise these plans based on family preference, data outcomes, and monitoring. I also provide clinical supervision and evaluations for Social Skills Therapists. I also manage the Volunteer Peer Model Program, including scheduling, recruitmentinitiatives, and retention programs. As a Clinical Case Coordinator, I support to families involved with range of services provided by agency by maintaining regular communication to ensure comprehensive service delivery. I facilitate communication between family and staff; link families to services andvresources deemed beneficial throughout the consultation process. I develop CareMAP treatment plans designed to produce meaningful outcomes for clients and conducts regular reviews to ensure plans are effective. I also handles internal referrals, maintain communication between agency staff regarding family communication and preferences. Show less

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  Memorial Health System (IL)

  Jul 2018 - now

  Mental Health Specialist

  As a specialist providing services for Memorial Wellness Center, I completed insurance-required mental health assessments for patients considering elective surgical procedures. I maintained electronic health records and collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to support patients. I facilitated a variety of group education focused on establishing and maintaining healthy lifestyle changes (e.g. diabetes prevention, culinary medicine.) I provided counseling and referral services for patients in need of additional support and care and frequently participated in media events to provide information to the community about our services. Show less