Ashley L. Rasch, CSW, ACT, QMHP

605-***-**** acyvzz@r.postjobfree.com

Counselor

Qualified and ambitious counselor with 7 years of combined experience in diverse counseling and medical social work. Solid knowledge of emotional, mental disorders and substance abuse issues among youngsters. Ability to provide psychological care and assist youngsters in crisis situations. Experienced in group and individual counseling for families and adolescents with strong supervision and analysis skills. Proficiency in handling computer applications like Microsoft Word, Works, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access, Intranet, Nexis Lexis, 50+ wpm typing.

Assessment & Evaluation

Care Planning

Compliance

Counselling

Home Health/Hospice Services

Identifying Issues

Program Development

Record Keeping

Referrals

Education & Credentials

Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Studies, Online University of South Dakota, 2012

Masters in Social Work, Specializing in High Risk Youth, University of Denver, 2010

Bachelor of Arts, Social Work, Colorado State University, 2007

South Dakota Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Addictions Counselor Trainee, Qualified Mental Health Professional

Professional Experience

ACTION FOR THE BETTERMENT OF THE COMMUNITY (ABC), Sturgis, SD September 2015- December 2016

Counselor

Provided individual and group counseling to help adolescent clients adjust to their substance abuse issues. Developed and implemented a treatment plan in consultation with other professionals, in addition to follow-up or aftercare programs for clients to be discharged from programs. Monitored, evaluated, and recorded clients’ progress and adjusted the rehabilitation or treatment plan with respect to treatment goals. Completed and maintained assessments and tests, assessing the results relative to the students’ progress. Cooperated with parents, clients and other interested parties, providing information regarding addiction issues and referring them to appropriate services or programs.

Built up and maintained a loyal client base, working successfully with clients of different backgrounds to provide the highest quality of care at all times.

BARKER WILSON LAW FIRM, Belle Fourche, SD August 2014 – February 2015

Legal Assistant

Established and prepared files to keep cases organized, monitored calendars, met deadlines, documented actions, and confirmed case status with an attorney. Provided administrative support to the lawyers and enhanced office effectiveness. Established communication with clients, witnesses, etc., maintaining customer satisfaction by keeping designated parties informed of the necessary details. Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles, assisting with the development of courses and maintaining contact with the people involved. Supported case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for mediation conferences, preparing pleadings, monitoring and obtaining discovery responses and organizing materials for team case review.

Coordinated with attorneys and clients to prepare legal documents and handled highly confidential documentation.

Improved office administrative operations by managing manual filing systems appropriately.

CANYON HILLS CENTER, Spearfish, SD April – July 2014

Residential Counselor- Part-time

Supervised participants and maintained a structured residential environment, clearly articulating and enforcing program rules and expectations. Planned, prepared, and led recreational and social activities. Facilitated participatory problem solving through active listening and guidance. Performed required administrative duties, such as check-in and checkout, information gathering, and monitoring facility’s needs. Completed necessary documentation, evaluations and reporting on all activities and results.

Revitalized the lifestyle of the participants at the facility, sustaining excellent compliance with all established procedures, policies, and regulations.

SPEARFISH REGIONAL HOSPITAL, Spearfish, SD June 2013 – May 2014

Medical Social Worker- Hospice/ Home Health

Assessed patient/family psychosocial and emotional factors, needs, and resources in order to estimate their potential to cope with terminal illness and death, evaluating their coping mechanisms. Provided psychosocial counseling and support to the patient/family experiencing emotional, social and economic conflict, ensuring the patient’s and family’s goals are a top priority. Identified and addressed comfort care needs in collaboration with other members of the home care team, determining any additional services or assistance the patient or family may need to be referred to. Coordinated patient’s care until death or discharge. Completed admissions to the hospice program in collaboration with skilled nurses.

Coordinated patient goals and treatment as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Established and maintained relationships with patients and families through home visits and constant communication.

WELLS FARGO, Sturgis, SD November 2012 – May 2013

Bank Teller

Provided account services to customers by receiving deposits and loan payments, cashing checks, issuing withdrawals, answering questions in person or the phone and referring to other bank services. Cross-sold bank products by answering inquiries, informing customers of new services and product promotions, ascertaining customers' needs and directing customers to a representative. Maintained customer confidence and protected bank operations by keeping information confidential, ensuring compliance with all internal controls and established policies and procedures.

Achieved individual and team goals.

WELLSPRING INC., Rapid City, SD December 2010 – November 2012

Clinical Director- Youth Challenge/ Evening Reporting Center, January – November 2012

Devised strategies for the Youth Challenge Program according to standards for excellent service and growth, providing community awareness of the program and other Wellspring programs. Planned and oversaw all administrative operations related to the program such as maintaining regular communication with parents, referral agency representatives, schools, and/or legal guardians, ensuring the youth’s file is updated with accurate information. Coordinated the timely completion of all required reports and documentation. Ensured the youth are up to schedule with learning essential skills that are part of the Wellspring’s program and the youth’s individual treatment plan. Consulted the families at the initiation of the Youth Challenge and ERC services, providing them with assessments. Provided crisis intervention, on-call duties, direct supervision, and daily care of the youths, facilitating daily group counseling.

Coordinated and supervised activities of staff, providing constructive feedback to ensure growth.

Actively participated and attended in daily JDAI and weekly Wellspring team meetings, as well as in-services and psychiatric consultations as scheduled, maintaining professional confidentiality.

Chemical Dependency Evaluator – Soaring Eagle Program, December 2010 – January 2012

Met with clients to evaluate the health and substance problem for adolescents ages 10 to 18 years old, identifying the issues and recommending goals and treatment plans accordingly. Provided counseling to individuals regarding the use and effects of alcohol, teaching clients coping mechanisms and maintaining records of all individuals and their treatment plans. Assisted clients to meet all requirements, setting up aftercare plans to ensure the effectiveness of the program.

Ensured legislation, standards, and guidelines are being followed, compiling and writing Treatment Needs Assessments (TNAs) accurately and accordingly to the deadline and completing evaluations in the STARs and Access to Recovery (ATR) systems.

Referred clients to support groups, liaising closely with referral sources such as probation, parents, and schools to provide and schedule service for the youth.

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