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Jamie Howard

VENTURA,CA

Summary

Emerging Associate Clinical Social Worker with hands-on experience delivering school-based counseling, case management, and trauma-informed care to diverse populations across youth, adult, and residential settings. Demonstrated strengths in psychoeducation, crisis intervention, interdisciplinary collaboration, and culturally responsive practice. Committed to supporting underserved communities through empathy, advocacy, and evidence-based intervention.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Social Work Intern

Santa Paula Unified School District
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Delivered individual counseling and SEL group facilitation across elementary, middle, and continuation high school sites.
  • Provided multi-tiered interventions (MTSS) addressing academic, emotional, and behavioral concerns.
  • Led classroom social-emotional lessons using trauma-informed and culturally responsive strategies.
  • Collaborated with school teams to develop behavior support plans and crisis responses.

School Social Work Intern, Case Manager

Women of Substance & Men of Honor
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Provided individualized case management for high-risk youth, focusing on personal development, safety planning, and transitional support.
  • Conducted psychosocial assessments and supported goal setting in areas such as independent living, interpersonal communication, and emotional regulation.
  • Facilitated life skills training focused on financial literacy, self-advocacy, and healthy decision-making; maintained comprehensive documentation across multiple systems to ensure service continuity and accountability.
  • Connected youth with career networking opportunities and local resources to promote long-term success.
  • Participated in crisis intervention and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and access to essential services.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing valuable insights to inform client-centered interventions.

Student Intern, Case Manager

Ventura County Adult Day Health
08.2023 - 11.2023
  • Conducted intake and reassessments, home visits, and collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to address client needs.
  • Documented assessments, diagnoses, and care plans alongside LCSWs and program therapists.
  • Engaged with program participants, providing mental, emotional, and physical support.

Residential Counselor

Evolve Treatment Center
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • Supported adolescents in a residential mental health and substance use setting using DBT-informed approaches.
  • Led life skills and psychoeducational groups; conducted crisis intervention and safety monitoring.
  • Documented behavioral observations and participated in mandated reporting to CPS as needed.

Teacher Assistant

Ventura Community College
10.2006 - 08.2010
  • Supported students with developmental delays and brain injuries through individualized education plans.
  • Taught assistive technology including speech synthesizers, voice-input systems, and adapted learning tools.
  • Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
  • Enhanced classroom environment by implementing various teaching methods and strategies, catering to diverse learning styles.

Education

Master of Social Work -

California State University Northridge
Northridge
05-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks, CA
08-2012

Skills

  • Possess strong skills in trauma-informed care, case management, and psychosocial assessment
  • Experienced in providing multi-tiered interventions (MTSS) and delivering psychoeducation through individual and group facilitation
  • Proficient in clinical documentation and progress note writing aligned with ethical and legal standards
  • Trained in DBT-informed practices and skilled in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques Culturally responsive and experienced in working within DEI frameworks

Certification

Pupil Personnel Service Credential- Pending September 2025

CBITS Clinician- March 2025

Bounce Back Clinician- March 2025

Improving Cultural Competency for Behavioral Health Professionals- October 2024

Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS)- September 2024

HSR Basic Course for Social-Behavioral-Educational Researcher- March 2024

Mandated Reporter Training- September 2023

Timeline

School Social Work Intern

Santa Paula Unified School District
08.2024 - 05.2025

School Social Work Intern, Case Manager

Women of Substance & Men of Honor
11.2023 - 05.2024

Student Intern, Case Manager

Ventura County Adult Day Health
08.2023 - 11.2023

Residential Counselor

Evolve Treatment Center
05.2022 - 08.2023

Teacher Assistant

Ventura Community College
10.2006 - 08.2010

Master of Social Work -

California State University Northridge

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California Lutheran University

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