Crystal Sanchez
Phelan
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Associate Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work and over 4 years of experience in mental health services, hospice care, and clinical supervision. Proven ability to provide trauma-informed psychotherapy, conduct clinical assessments, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support clients in medical, community, and crisis settings. Committed to culturally competent and client-centered care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Social Worker
High Desert Hospice
12.2023 - Current
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Offered crisis intervention services to address urgent concerns related to mental health, substance abuse, or domestic violence issues.
- Connected patients with community resources, ensuring access to essential services such as housing, healthcare, and financial assistance.
- Developed cultural competence through ongoing professional development opportunities, providing culturally sensitive services to diverse patient populations.
Client Program Supervisor
Mental Health Systems
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Provided psychotherapy and conducted assessments for a diverse caseload of clients.
- Supervised clinical staff, reviewed documentation for compliance, and conducted in-service trainings.
- Worked closely with county administrators, program managers, and external agencies to connect clients with resources.
- Participated in recruitment and hiring processes, including candidate interviews and recommendations.
- Responded to client crises and provided immediate clinical interventions.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA08-2022
Skills
- Bereavement counseling
- Stress reduction techniques
- Anxiety management
- Grief support
- Clinical documentation
- Self-harm prevention
- Home visitation
- Family support
- Assessing needs
- Interdisciplinary coordination
- Multicultural competence
Timeline
Medical Social Worker
High Desert Hospice
12.2023 - Current
Client Program Supervisor
Mental Health Systems
08.2021 - 11.2023
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Southern California
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