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HOPE BRITT

Fayetteville

Summary

Compassionate and diligent Licensed Clinical Social Worker with four years of experience providing evidence-based mental health therapy to diverse populations. Skilled in providing therapeutic support and facilitating client progress through various treatment modalities including CBT, DBT, ACT, and Solution Focused Therapy. Proven ability to engage hard-to-reach clients, collaborate within interdisciplinary teams, and uphold high ethical standards by consistently enhancing cultural competence and humility. Committed to client-centered care that fosters resilience, empowerment, and well-being to all clients.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Therapist

Haymount Institute for Psychological Services
08.2021 - Current
  • Diagnose and treat a variety of mental health disorders through cognitive behavioral therapy and other evidence-based therapeutic interventions
  • Develop treatment plans for clients by identifying their tailored needs, goals, and interventions necessary
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to complete coordination of care and referrals for clients for medication management, psychological evaluations, and community resources
  • Complete timely clinical documentation in a clear, organized manner

Foster Care Social Worker III

Robeson County Department of Social Services
07.2018 - 08.2021
  • Provided advocacy and support for family interventions
  • Coordinated and referred families to appropriate services
  • Connected with community resources and other agencies to ensure appropriate application of services
  • Organized and executed meetings and participated in court hearings regarding cases
  • Facilitated case management through maintenance of files, documentation, and paperwork for all cases

MSW Intern

Coastal Horizon’s Rape Crisis Center
10.2017 - 05.2018
  • Facilitated and attended support groups with clients, and developed art therapy group activities for clients to help aid in the reduction of stress surrounding rumination and PTSD as a result of sexual trauma
  • Attended and assisted with clinical sessions for clients of the Rape Crisis Center

MSW Intern

Southeastern Family Violence Center
09.2017 - 05.2018
  • Completed intake assessments for clients seeking shelter and services due to partner and family violence
  • Facilitated psychoeducational groups with a local residential treatment facility and clients within the agency
  • Created and designed flyers and brochures for upcoming meetings and events for awareness and training purposes
  • Evaluated procedures of agency to ensure and improve the accuracy of the mission statement

MSW Intern

Lumberton Rape Crisis Center
05.2017 - 12.2017
  • Provided advocacy and referrals for additional resources for clients
  • Provided therapy and on-call services to clients in a hospital setting and assigned advocates
  • Developed training manuals for victim advocates of sexual assault prevention

Peer Educator and My Stand Mentor

Collaboration for Assault Response and Education (CARE), University of North Carolina at Wilmington
09.2014 - 05.2015
  • Educated fellow students about sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, and unhealthy relationships
  • Planned, organized, and executed presentations to spread awareness of CARE and issues on campus
  • Attended the NASPA Conference to train on campus health and safety issues, including interpersonal violence

Education

Master of Social Work -

University of North Carolina Wilmington
05.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

University of North Carolina Wilmington
05.2015

Skills

  • Diagnostic assessment and evaluation
  • Treatment planning and goal setting
  • Self-esteem building
  • Coping and relaxation techniques
  • Clinical documentation
  • Culturally competent care
  • Acceptance and commitment therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
  • Care coordination and interdisciplinary collaboration

Timeline

Clinical Therapist

Haymount Institute for Psychological Services
08.2021 - Current

Foster Care Social Worker III

Robeson County Department of Social Services
07.2018 - 08.2021

MSW Intern

Coastal Horizon’s Rape Crisis Center
10.2017 - 05.2018

MSW Intern

Southeastern Family Violence Center
09.2017 - 05.2018

MSW Intern

Lumberton Rape Crisis Center
05.2017 - 12.2017

Peer Educator and My Stand Mentor

Collaboration for Assault Response and Education (CARE), University of North Carolina at Wilmington
09.2014 - 05.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

University of North Carolina Wilmington

Master of Social Work -

University of North Carolina Wilmington
HOPE BRITT