Karson Kartier
Rancho Cucamonga
Summary
Dedicated MSW Intern skilled in crisis intervention, individual therapy, and client advocacy. Proven ability to conduct assessments and develop service plans that promote positive outcomes for clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MSW Intern
WellSpring Center Crisis Residential Treatment
Fontana
03.2026 - 08.2026
- Facilitated client intake and assessment, ensuring appropriate support for individuals in crisis residential treatment.
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions addressing diverse mental health issues, fostering therapeutic progress and client engagement.
- Collaborated in weekly team meetings with clinical staff to discuss cases and enhance care plan coordination.
Foster Care Social Worker
Building Bridges Family Agency
Ontario
02.2023 - 12.2025
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of children and families in foster care.
- Developed individualized service plans to address specific needs of youth.
- Facilitated family meetings to enhance communication and collaboration among caregivers, fostering a supportive environment for youth.
- Provided crisis intervention and support during challenging situations for families.
- Monitored youth progress in foster care through regular follow-up visits, ensuring needs were met and addressing concerns promptly.
- Educated foster parents on effective parenting techniques and available resources, empowering them to better support youth in their care.
- Attended staff meetings and trainings designed to improve knowledge base around best practices related to working with at risk youth.
Foster Care Social Worker
Victor Treatment Centers
Perris
07.2019 - 01.2023
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of children and families in foster care.
- Developed individualized service plans to address specific needs of youth.
- Coordinated support services with schools, healthcare providers, and community resources to enhance youth well-being.
- Facilitated family meetings to strengthen communication and collaboration among caregivers, resulting in improved family dynamics.
- Provided crisis intervention and support during challenging situations for families.
- Monitored progress of youth in foster care through regular follow-up visits.
- Educated foster parents on effective parenting techniques and available resources, empowering them to better support youth in their care.
- Maintained accurate case documentation in compliance with agency regulations.
- Conducted assessments of foster homes and children under care.
Education
Master of Social Work - MSW
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08-2026
Master of Arts - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ07-2019
Skills
- Case management
- Individual therapy
- Crisis intervention
- Service planning
- Client advocacy
- Individual counseling
- Documentation skills
- Problem-solving
- Case documentation
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Safe Certified
- CPR
Accomplishments
- Above & Beyond Award
Timeline
MSW Intern
WellSpring Center Crisis Residential Treatment
03.2026 - 08.2026
Foster Care Social Worker
Building Bridges Family Agency
02.2023 - 12.2025
Foster Care Social Worker
Victor Treatment Centers
07.2019 - 01.2023
Master of Social Work - MSW
Walden University
Master of Arts - Psychology
University of Phoenix