Erin Kelly-Brown MSW RSW
London,ON
Summary
Invested and compassionate Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience, specializing in client empowerment, resilience, advocacy and crisis management. Proven track record in developing tailored treatment plans and implementing evidence-based strategies to enhance patient outcomes. Skilled in multidisciplinary collaboration, motivational interviewing, fostering autonomy and emotional growth in diverse populations.
Overview
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Work History
Social Worker/Psychotherapist
Counselling Services of London
2021 - 2025
- Conducted individual and couple counseling sessions to support client's emotional growth and well-being.
- Educated clients and families on mental health issues, promoting awareness and understanding of available resources.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Provided crisis intervention services, effectively managing high-stress situations and conflicts.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to enhance client coping strategies and resilience.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and feedback.
Clinical Social Worker
DMA Rehability
1998 - 2021
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans tailored to patient needs and goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient care.
- Implemented evidence-based strategies to improve patient outcomes and engagement.
- Advocated for patients' rights and access to necessary resources within the community.
Medical Social Worker
London Health Sciences Centre
1998 - 2018
- Assessed patient and family needs to develop tailored social work interventions in Palliative Care, Oncology, Cardiac Care and Women's Health.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to patients and families.
- Educated patients on available resources and community services.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Developed cultural competence through ongoing professional development opportunities, providing culturally sensitive services to diverse patient populations.
- Facilitated support group meetings, fostering community of support among individuals facing similar health challenges.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Toronto
Toronto01-1991
Bachelor of Arts - Therapeutic Recreation And Psychology
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, Ontario01-1987
Skills
- Empathetic communicator
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution, crisis management
- Solution-based interventions
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Motivational interviewing
- Brief Solution-Focused Therapy
- Group Facilitation
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Social Worker/Psychotherapist
Counselling Services of London
2021 - 2025
Clinical Social Worker
DMA Rehability
1998 - 2021
Medical Social Worker
London Health Sciences Centre
1998 - 2018
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Toronto
Bachelor of Arts - Therapeutic Recreation And Psychology
University of Waterloo