Ruth (Pamela) Plain
Kelowna,BC
Summary
Compassionate Clinical Social Worker with experience in counselling, crisis intervention, and client advocacy. Strengths include strong interpersonal skills, deep understanding of social behavior and culture diversity, coupled with knowledge of psychotherapy techniques. Prior roles have made significant impacts on the lives of clients by providing therapeutic care and creating comprehensive treatment plans.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Practice Clinical Social Worker RCSW
Self
Kelowna, British Columbia
01.2018 - Current
- Provide psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families in-person and virtually.
- Facilitate a safe and supportive environment for clients to openly discuss presenting issues, developmental history, and future goals.
- Utilize my expertise in assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental health disorders based on the DSM as a Registered Clinical Social Worker.
- Applied a range of therapeutic models like DBT, CBT, and Analytical Psychology to tailor treatment plans based on unique client requirements and preferences.
- Maintain accurate records of clinical activity.
- Prioritize my continuous commitment to my own psychological growth and development by means of personal therapy, clinical supervision, peer supervision, and postgraduate coursework.
Mental Health Social Worker
Fraser Health
Surrey, British Columbia
03.2019 - 05.2021
- Clinical Social Worker for Early Psychosis Intervention Team and Urgent Care Clinic.
- Conducted assessments and screenings for clients under 30 displaying symptoms of first break psychosis.
- Counseled family members on how best to support their loved ones suffering from mental illness issues.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss client care plans.
- Developed linkages between clients and community based organizations that provide additional social support services.
Psychiatric Social Worker
St. Paul's Hospital/ Providence Health
Vancouver, British Columbia
09.2012 - 02.2017
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care and discharge planning for patients on Psychiatric Units and in Community Mental Health settings.
- Facilitated introductory groups to teach DBT skills to patients and facilitated mental health family support groups.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute psychiatric episodes or distressful situations.
- Assessed risk factors associated with suicidal behavior among clients and implemented appropriate safety protocols when necessary.
Teacher's Assistant
University of Northern British Columbia
Prince George, British Columbia
- Delivered informative presentations and offered constructive criticism to students enrolled in an introduction to counseling class.
- Provided support to Professor in the evaluation of papers and organization of Counselling Courses.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Northern British Columbia
Prince George, BC01-2009
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB01-2005
Post Graduate Course Work - Analytical Psychology
Pacifica Graduate Institute
Montecito, CaliforniaSkills
- Crisis Intervention
- Service Coordination
- Individual Counseling
- Effective Communication
- Workshop Facilitation
- Needs Determination
- Analytical Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Relationship Development
Certification
- Registration: B.C College of Social Work: #10322
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers: #839512
Timeline
Mental Health Social Worker
Fraser Health
03.2019 - 05.2021
Private Practice Clinical Social Worker RCSW
Self
01.2018 - Current
Psychiatric Social Worker
St. Paul's Hospital/ Providence Health
09.2012 - 02.2017
Teacher's Assistant
University of Northern British Columbia
Master of Social Work -
University of Northern British Columbia
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Calgary
Post Graduate Course Work - Analytical Psychology
Pacifica Graduate Institute
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