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Ronda Wilson Carr

DeMotte

Summary

Dynamic Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience at Regional Health Systems, excelling in biopsychosocial assessments and evidence-based practices. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through culturally competent care and effective collaboration. Recognized for strong problem-solving skills and meticulous clinical documentation, ensuring compliance and continuity of care for diverse populations.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Health Consultant/Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Regional Health Systems
01.2015 - Current
  • Support interdisciplinary teams in developing effective treatment plans for individuals with mental health challenges.
  • Conduct behavioral assessments to identify client needs and treatment options.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care for clients transitioning between services.
  • Provide resource information to clients and families regarding available support services and community resources.
  • Monitor client progress and documented observations to inform ongoing treatment strategies using validated screening/monitoring tools.
  • Engage in weekly consultation meetings with team, contributing insights on client behavior and response to treatments.
  • Enhance patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based interventions and treatment plans.
  • Delivered culturally sensitive care to diverse populations by adapting therapeutic techniques based on cultural norms and values.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of client progress and challenges, ensuring accurate records for ongoing care coordination efforts following Medicare and Medicaid guidelines.
  • Participate in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with emerging trends and research findings in the field of behavioral health consultation.
  • Adhere to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.

Staff Social Worker (Outpatient Therapy)

Regional Health Systems (dba Southlake Center For Mental Health)
12.2007 - 02.2015
  • Provided crisis intervention and support to individuals facing mental health challenges.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and goals.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
  • Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions for clients struggling with mental health challenges or behavioral concerns.
  • Supervised interns, providing direction on best practices in social work and contributing to their professional growth as practitioners.
  • Provided clinical staff training on facilitating Indiana pre-admission screenings/annual(PASSAR).
  • Review (PASSAR) nursing home evaluations.
  • Conducted PASSAR evaluations.
  • Coordinated and facilitated agency wide non-violent crisis intervention training.
  • Coordinated and facilitated mental health training for Northwest Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.
  • Developed, coordinated and facilitated new employee orientation.
  • Coordinated agency cultural diversity trainings.

Education

Master Social Work - Social Work

Indiana University, Northwest
Gary, IN
05-2001

Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology

Purdue University Calumet
Hammond, IN
05-1994

Skills

  • Suicide/Homicide/Gravely Disabled risk assessment
  • Biopsychosocial assessment
  • Medication assessment
  • Evidenced Based Practices
  • Collaborative Care Model/Integrated Care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Professional ethics
  • Culturally competent
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Organizational skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Timeline

Behavioral Health Consultant/Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Regional Health Systems
01.2015 - Current

Staff Social Worker (Outpatient Therapy)

Regional Health Systems (dba Southlake Center For Mental Health)
12.2007 - 02.2015

Master Social Work - Social Work

Indiana University, Northwest

Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology

Purdue University Calumet

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