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Angela Corleto

Van Nuys,CA

Summary

Associated Clinical Social Worker experienced in medical and mental health settings working with diverse population in health care, inpatient, and outpatient. Motivated team player known to be professional, reliable with the ability to collaborate to meet agency objectives.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Mental Health Clinician

Central Valley Family Therapy
02.2025 - Current
  • Provides referrals to connect clients with other community resources to support mental health and well-being.
  • Encourages patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
  • Creates treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
  • Assesses mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
  • Adheres to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
  • Attends trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
  • Displays sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
  • Supervises busy caseload, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritizing client needs.
  • Guides clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
  • Conducts crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
  • Works collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
  • Prepares reports to summarize clients' mental health status and treatment progress.
  • Administers, scores and interprets psychosocial examinations for assessment of different patient markers.
  • Helps clients obtain outside specialist services by coordinating referrals and advising on options.
  • Critically analyzes and interprets reports related to opioid addiction, self-harm and psychosis across many healthcare domains.
  • Evaluates patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
  • Implements variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
  • Counsels individuals (children, teenagers and adults), couples and families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.

Mastered Level Social Worker

Fresno PACE by Innovative Integrated Health
07.2024 - 02.2025
  • Provided comprehensive social work services to elderly individuals participating in the PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program, including biopsychosocial assessments, case management, care coordination, and counseling.
  • Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans that address medical, psychological, and social needs of seniors, promoting holistic and personalized care.
  • Delivered supervised therapy services under the supervision of an LCSW, offering individual and group therapy to address mental health challenges, trauma, and coping skills.
  • Conducted Psychosocial Comprehensive Assessments.
  • Advocated for resources and services, ensuring access to community support systems and ensuring participants' needs are met to improve quality of life.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date participant records in compliance with agency policies, legal, and ethical standards.
  • Provided crisis intervention and support for elderly participants and their families, focusing on safety, well-being, and long-term care options.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development and supervision to advance clinical skills and stay informed about best practices in social work.
  • Utilized standardized assessment tools and clinical interviews to gather detailed information about clients' psychological, emotional, and behavioral conditions.
  • Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans that address participants' specific needs and goals.
  • Offered crisis intervention and support as needed.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare providers and community resources to ensure comprehensive care.
  • Maintained regular follow-ups with participants to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
  • Maintained accurate and timely documentation of client interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
  • Provided resources and referrals to support clients' ongoing mental health and well-being.
  • Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
  • Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
  • Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
  • Coordinated external healthcare professionals to uphold high-quality, person-centred care.
  • Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.

Care Management Social Worker

PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2024
  • Conducted social work assessments, psychological evaluations and mental status exams.
  • Participated in a multi-disciplinary team consisting of physicians, nurses, social workers, case managers and other medical professionals for treatment planning and continuity of patient care.
  • Facilitated transfer of psychiatric patients to LPS designated facilities upon necessity.
  • Responsibly and accurately identified suspected adult/dependent adult neglect.
  • Identified areas of need and ensued protective actions for all authorized cases.
  • Provided on-going support, counseling and intervention to families.
  • Advised family caregivers of patient needs, providing referrals and linkages to appropriate social services.
  • Delivered supportive services to individuals, families and indigent populations struggling with chronic/acute/terminal illnesses.
  • Provided psychosocial assessments, diagnosis, and treatment to diverse population including substance users.
  • Collaborated and facilitated patient discharge plans, facilitates transition to hospice or post inpatient care.
  • Reassessed plan of care according to the physical and emotional needs of the patient.
  • Documented relevant data accurately and in compliance with laws and regulations.
  • Developed/coordinated/implemented appropriate discharge planning for patients in telemetry and med/surg units.
  • Coordinated continuity of post-hospital care, including referrals to medical providers.
  • Made referrals as necessary to community resources and services.
  • Conducted safety assessments for patients prior to discharge.
  • Obtained financial verification, insurance approval, and physician orders and signatures on transfer sheets, provided patient's chart, and arranged appropriate transportation for patient's transfer/discharges.
  • Communicated with insurance companies/IPA to get authorization for patient to be admitted or transferred based on medical diagnosis and documentation in EMD and Careport.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine psychosocial, financial, and environmental needs of patients and their families.
  • Developed, implemented, and regularly updated individualized care plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
  • Provided crisis intervention, grief counseling, and support through end-of-life decisions and bereavement.

MSW Intern

PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital
08.2023 - 05.2023
  • Provided telephone assessment, counseling, case management resource information and referrals.
  • Assist in identifying and participated in the solution to system problems.
  • Provide appropriate crisis intervention, emotional support, and counseling/treatment to patients and their families, utilizing CBT and psychoeducation.
  • Assessed/screen patients for risk of suicidal/homicidal ideations, intentions, and performed crisis intervention, if needed.
  • Educated patients about mental health and coping skills and provided community resources.
  • Provided referrals for financial assistance and supportive services to patients/families with problems related to hospitalization, illness, and disability.
  • Complete bio-psychosocial assessments.
  • Responded to referrals within a delineated time frame.
  • Completed documentation in appropriate formats legibly and within departmental time frames.

MSW Intern

Los Angeles Unified School District, Sunland Elementary School
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Conducted intakes with clients and families and provide psychoeducation regarding attendance at state and district level.
  • Completed check-ins with client to assess progress with interventions.
  • Assisted in creating and terminating files, completing all necessary documentation, updating client documentation into database, assessing and gathering background information from clients.
  • Completed biopsychosocial assessments and provides referrals and community resources to families.
  • Collaborated with mental health professionals to assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans for 10 students.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on [coping strategies, social skills], improving student engagement and support.
  • Conducted bi-weekly psychosocial assessments under supervision, identifying patient strengths and areas for growth.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, offering immediate support and de-escalation techniques for patients in acute distress.
  • Engaged with students' families, offering resources and education on mental health conditions and care strategies.

Medical Social Worker

All Saints Healthcare Sub-Acute and Long-Term
12.2019 - 08.2021
  • Participated in a monthly quality assurance meeting with administrator, medical physicians, and department head managers.
  • Coordinated discharge planning, ancillary services, hospice and mental health services.
  • Conducted assessments, MDS assessments, and care plan meetings on short-term and long-term residents.
  • Performed psycho-social assessments, discharge planning, documentation, and IDT care plan meetings.
  • Arranged ancillary services, transportation authorization, psychiatry/psychology consults for residents.
  • Provided case management to residents and families.
  • Facilitated family meetings to discuss care goals, advance directives, and end-of-life care planning, ensuring clear communication and alignment with patient wishes.
  • Provided crisis intervention and support for patients and families dealing with grief, adjustment to illness/injury, and other psychosocial stressors.
  • Provided direct support to patients and families, offering resources and counseling on coping with chronic illness and disability.
  • Engaged in community outreach to identify and connect with resources beneficial for patient care and support.

Education

Master of Social Work - Social Work

California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
05-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA
05-2019

Certification

  • ACSW- Associate Clinical Social Worker
  • BLS- Basic Life Support
  • LA Fire Card

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Associate Mental Health Clinician

Central Valley Family Therapy
02.2025 - Current

Mastered Level Social Worker

Fresno PACE by Innovative Integrated Health
07.2024 - 02.2025

MSW Intern

PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital
08.2023 - 05.2023

Care Management Social Worker

PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2024

MSW Intern

Los Angeles Unified School District, Sunland Elementary School
08.2021 - 05.2022

Medical Social Worker

All Saints Healthcare Sub-Acute and Long-Term
12.2019 - 08.2021

Master of Social Work - Social Work

California State University, Long Beach

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University, Northridge
Angela Corleto