CRYSTAL N. BLUE, MSW, LCSWA
Raeford
Summary
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) with more than nine years of progressive experience providing comprehensive psychosocial assessments, behavioral health counseling, crisis intervention, case management, care coordination, treatment planning, and resource coordination services to children, adolescents, adults, and families across educational, community-based, and behavioral health settings. Skilled in conducting biopsychosocial assessments, suicide and violence risk assessments, mental health evaluations, and developing individualized treatment and service plans to address complex behavioral health, psychosocial, and environmental needs.
Experienced in delivering evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), trauma-informed care, strengths-based practice, and solution-focused approaches. Demonstrated success collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, healthcare providers, community agencies, and family support systems to improve access to care, address social determinants of health, and promote positive treatment outcomes. Proficient in crisis response, behavioral health consultation, care coordination, discharge planning, case documentation, electronic health records, data management, compliance monitoring, and quality improvement initiatives. Seeking Veterans Health Administration Social Worker (STAR) and PCMHI opportunities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Social Worker
Hoke County Schools
01.2017 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and behavioral health evaluations for at-risk students.
- Provide crisis intervention, suicide risk assessments, safety planning, and resource coordination.
- Manage complex caseloads involving foster care, homelessness, attendance intervention, and behavioral health concerns.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary services with educators, healthcare providers, DSS, community agencies, and families.
- Facilitate Child and Family Team meetings and develop intervention plans.
- Analyze attendance and behavioral data to support decision-making and improve outcomes.
- Provide consultation regarding trauma-informed practices and social-emotional supports.
- Maintain documentation and compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.
- 40 Hours/Week
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
Greater Vision Counseling & Consulting PLLC
02.2020 - 07.2023
- Conducted comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, psychosocial evaluations, mental status examinations, and risk assessments to identify client strengths, needs, diagnoses, and treatment priorities.
- Developed, implemented, and monitored individualized treatment plans, measurable goals, and service plans in collaboration with clients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Provided individual, group, and family therapy utilizing evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution-Focused Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.
- Completed intake assessments, diagnostic evaluations, treatment reviews, discharge summaries, progress notes, and clinical documentation in accordance with agency, state, and ethical standards.
- Monitored client progress toward treatment goals through ongoing reassessments, outcome measurement tools, and treatment plan updates.
- Conducted crisis assessments and intervention services for clients experiencing suicidal ideation, self-harm behaviors, trauma, substance use disorders, behavioral concerns, and acute mental health crises.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, primary care providers, case managers, community agencies, schools, and family members to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
- Provided case management services including referrals, resource coordination, advocacy, discharge planning, and linkage to community supports.
- Maintained accurate and timely electronic health records (EHR), treatment documentation, progress notes, assessments, and compliance records while adhering to HIPAA and confidentiality regulations.
- Participated in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, clinical staffing, case consultations, and supervision to support quality service delivery and positive client outcomes.
- Educated clients and family members regarding diagnoses, treatment options, coping skills, symptom management, relapse prevention strategies, and community resources.
- Assisted clients in developing coping strategies, emotional regulation skills, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and healthy behavioral patterns.
- Delivered services to culturally diverse populations while utilizing person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approaches.
- Supported quality assurance activities through documentation reviews, compliance monitoring, outcome tracking, and maintenance of clinical records.
- Utilized electronic databases and reporting systems to maintain client information, monitor service utilization, track treatment outcomes, and ensure data accuracy.
- Provided counseling and case management services to clients presenting with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, trauma-related disorders, adjustment disorders, behavioral concerns, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic groups focused on coping skills, emotional wellness, relapse prevention, stress management, life skills development, and recovery support.
- 20 Hours/Week
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
Canyon Hills PRTF
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided individual, group, and family therapy utilizing evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused interventions, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strengths-Based approaches.
- Facilitated psychoeducational and therapeutic groups focused on emotional regulation, coping skills, anger management, communication, social skills, conflict resolution, trauma recovery, self-esteem, and relapse prevention.
- Conducted ongoing treatment plan reviews and reassessments to evaluate progress toward clinical goals and modify interventions based on client needs and treatment outcomes.
- Performed crisis assessments and interventions for youth experiencing suicidal ideation, self-harm behaviors, aggressive behaviors, emotional dysregulation, psychiatric crises, and behavioral disturbances.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, educators, social workers, guardians, and community providers to coordinate comprehensive treatment services and discharge planning.
- Participated in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, case reviews, utilization reviews, staffing meetings, and clinical consultations to ensure quality care and compliance with treatment standards.
- Maintained accurate, detailed, and timely clinical documentation, including assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries, incident reports, and service records in accordance with agency policies, Medicaid requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Monitored treatment outcomes and client progress through ongoing documentation, data collection, behavioral tracking, and utilization of electronic health record systems.
- Assisted with discharge planning and transition services by coordinating community resources, outpatient services, educational supports, family services, and aftercare recommendations.
- Provided family support, education, and counseling to strengthen family functioning, improve communication, and promote successful reintegration into home and community settings.
- Advocated for client needs while maintaining compliance with confidentiality standards, HIPAA regulations, ethical guidelines, and state licensing requirements.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives through documentation audits, compliance monitoring, outcome tracking, and maintenance of clinical records.
- Served youth presenting with trauma-related disorders, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, behavioral disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, substance use concerns, and co-occurring mental health conditions.
- 10 Hours/Week
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC12-2019
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC12-2016
Associate of Arts -
Sandhills Community College
Southern Pines, NC01-2011
Skills
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Student Information Systems
- Data Analysis
- Documentation Management
- Virtual Platforms
- Suicide prevention
- Case management
- Individual counseling
- Behavioral intervention plans (BIP)
- Documentation
- Mental health assessment
- Risk assessments
- Functional behavioral assessments (FBA)
- Attendance monitoring
- Reporting
- Trauma informed care framework
- Community referrals
- Home visits
- Foster care youth
- Trauma-informed care
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
Affiliations
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Member
- Former President, Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society
- Hoke County School Health Advocacy Committee
- Hoke County Senior Services Advisory Board, Vice Chair
- North Carolina School Social Work Board
- Volunteer, Open Door Soup Kitchen
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA), North Carolina
- School Social Worker Licensure
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
- CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- First Aid/CPR
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Suicide Prevention and Risk Assessment
Professional Training
- Behavioral Health
- Mental Health Assessment
- Case Management
- Care Coordination
- McKinney-Vento
- Foster Care Services
- Attendance Intervention
- PBIS
- SEL
- FERPA
- Mandated Reporting
- Threat Assessment
- Documentation and Data Management
Leadership & Community Service
- Vice Chair, Hoke County Senior Services Advisory Board
- Member, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
- Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society
- Community Volunteer
Timeline
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
Canyon Hills PRTF
09.2021 - 09.2022
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
Greater Vision Counseling & Consulting PLLC
02.2020 - 07.2023
School Social Worker
Hoke County Schools
01.2017 - Current
Master of Social Work -
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Associate of Arts -
Sandhills Community College