Patricia M Smith
Gatineau,Quebec
Summary
Accomplished Registered Social Worker in Private Practice, excelling in psychosocial assessment and crisis intervention including Critical Incidents. Demonstrated success in developing individualized treatment plans, improving client mental health through trauma-informed therapy, and leading group counseling sessions. Skilled in multidisciplinary collaboration and client advocacy, significantly enhancing treatment outcomes and client well-being. Compassionate Social Worker with proven ability to complete tasks efficiently and productively. Specialize in working in remote communities, crisis intervention, and individual and group therapy. Sought after facilitator for many organizations and government departments. Excel in active listening, empathy, and communication, ensuring positive outcomes for clients in challenging situations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Social Worker
Private practice
Gatineau, Quebec
08.2002 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and interactions according to agency standards.
- Provided supportive counseling services for victims of abuse or neglect.
- Provided direct clinical social work services to individuals and families in a mental health setting.
- Coordinated referrals to outside agencies for additional services such as substance abuse programs or vocational training.
- Participated in professional development activities such as seminars, workshops, trainings.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in need.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or experiences.
- Educated clients about the impact of trauma on mental health and well-being.
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
- Provided crisis intervention services, as needed.
- Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress.
- Developed workable solutions for recurring problems for individuals and families.
- Implemented and formulated tailored treatment plans with needs evaluation and patient psychosocial functioning.
Education
Bachelor of Social Science Criminology
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ONBachelor And Masters of Social Work
McGill University
Montreal, QCSkills
- Psychosocial assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Client centered care
- Behavioral therapy
- Violence prevention
- Grief and bereavement counseling
- Trauma-informed therapy
- Client advocacy
- Staff development
- Treatment Planning
- Mental health training
- Therapeutic crisis intervention (TCI)
- Safety planning
- Individual and group counselling
- Confidential documentation and recordkeeping
- Strengths-based solution-focused therapy
- Assessment skills
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Substance abuse counseling
- Motivational interviewing
- Psycho-social assessments
Certification
- Registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and social services workers
- Registered with L'ordre professionel des travailleurs sociaux et therapeute conjugaux du Quebec
- Member of the Northern Association of social workers
Timeline
Registered Social Worker
Private practice
08.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Social Science Criminology
University of Ottawa
Bachelor And Masters of Social Work
McGill University
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