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Jen Friedman

Rock Hall

Summary

Invested Social Worker dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for best interests of clients. Certified in TraumaPlay, a TraumaPlay Supervisor, Supervisor I, trained Neurofeedback and EMDR while working toward obtaining my Registered Play Therapy License. Respectful and compassionate professional offering 3-year background serving community by providing guidance for clients in need. Detail-oriented team player. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LCSW-C, Supervisor I, and TraumaPlay Supervisor

For All Seasons
10.2023 - Current

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Complete all For All Seasons supervisory notes, note approvals, and other required documentation for your supervisee(s).
  • Eligible to supervise interns according to college requirements (MOU):
  • Work with college/university Field Liaison to ensure adequate supervision and field training is provided;
  • Collaborate with the FAS agency Internship program supervisor to ensure adequate supervision and training are provided through the FAS agency;
  • Conduct individual or group supervision for supervisees;
  • Complete all documentation per the requirements of the school internship program as outlined in the MOU.
  • Hold regularly scheduled meetings with the Field Liaison outlined by the partner school to review the interns’ performance and address any program-specific questions or concerns.


LMSW

For All Seasons, Inc
09.2021 - 02.2024
  • Provide quality therapeutic care that is appropriate to the age, diagnoses, developmental state, and mental status of individuals, families, and groups as assigned to caseload.
  • Assess client’s strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences; formulates a diagnostic impression based on current DSM criteria; and in conjunction with the client, develop an individualized person-centered treatment plan.
  • Complete assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, OMS authorizations, and other chart-related documents and correspondence for assigned clients in a timely manner.
  • Provide direct behavioral health services (i.e., psycho/social assessments, consultation, individual/group/ family therapy, professional in-service training, community education services, etc.)
  • Make necessary referrals to community resources, complete and file paperwork associated with referral in the chart.
  • Participate in a treatment team to promote collaboration in developing strategies and interventions that promote wellness outcomes for all agency clients.
  • Attend regularly scheduled supervision and prepare with relevant case presentations, specific questions, ethical dilemmas, concerns, etc. to discuss with direct supervisor.
  • Maintain appropriate state license/registration/certification, which includes prescribed continuing education requirements for professional licensing boards.
  • Follow all HIPAA compliance and confidentiality policies and procedures in all areas of work in accordance with FAS policies and applicable laws.

Direct Support Counselor

Meredith Hicks
03.2015 - 08.2019
  • Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
  • Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
  • Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
  • Developed and expanded referral system of service providers to assist clients in attaining services.
  • Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.

Feast Of Reason

Self
09.1996 - 02.2010
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts, and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
  • Spearheaded menu and staff development through detailed training and facilitation of staff meetings.
  • Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained talented staff to fill vacancies.
  • Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - American Studies

Washington College
Chestertown, MD

Master of Science - Social Work

University of Denver, GSSW
Denver, CO
08.2021

Skills

  • First Aid/CPR
  • Written Communication
  • Self-Motivated
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Flexible and Adaptable

Certification

  • Trauma Play

  • Neurofeedback

  • EMDR

Timeline

LCSW-C, Supervisor I, and TraumaPlay Supervisor

For All Seasons
10.2023 - Current

LMSW

For All Seasons, Inc
09.2021 - 02.2024

Direct Support Counselor

Meredith Hicks
03.2015 - 08.2019

Feast Of Reason

Self
09.1996 - 02.2010

Bachelor of Arts - American Studies

Washington College

Master of Science - Social Work

University of Denver, GSSW
Jen Friedman