Erin Durst, Msw, Lcsw Email & Phone Number

Portland, OR, US

1112 NE 21st Ave Portland, OR 97232

I work with individuals and families to establish a vision of what they want their lives to look like, and to conquer barriers to living their valued life!

1112 NE 21st Ave Portland, OR 97232

I consult for organizations and individuals to review products, materials, and services for mental health professionals. My work includes private supervision for CSWA (pre-licensed) clinicians, review of training materials for ASWB continuing education credits, and consultation to private companies who produce digital clinical tools.

• Assessed and diagnosed children and adolescents ages 3 to 18 experiencing mental health issues and behavioral problems in an outpatient setting.
• Developed and implemented treatment plans based on clients' interests, abilities, strengths and needs.
• Conducted individual, family and group therapy sessions based on current evidence-based practices.
• Provided crisis counseling to clients experiencing mental health emergencies
• Maintained chart notes and tracked client involvement, follow-through, and progress in treatment.

• Provided high quality mental health care through direct screening, diagnosis and formulation/implementation of treatment plan for mental health patients (may include depression, anxiety, marital conflicts, etc., in.
• Documented in writing all care in patient’s permanent medical record in accordance with accepted medical/legal standards. Provided all care in accordance with accepted practice standards and hospital/clinic protocols.
• Provided case management through appropriate triaging and referrals, reporting to other providers, telephone contact with patients and their families, and contact with outside agencies
• Consulted with other department providers regarding treatment plans
• Benefited from supervision of Field Faculty member and clinical team

• Conducted ongoing individual counseling for a diverse caseload of clients originating from both the general Portland metro-area community as well as from the Washington County Department of Corrections.
• Required an ability to perform within group and individual therapy settings using knowledge of, the DSM-IV, PTSD/trauma, criminality, drug and alcohol dependency, and domestic violence,
• Managed client files and documentation in accordance with strict legal and ethical standards

• Oversaw charitable giving program by reviewing and managing donation and event proposals
• Developed and maintained alliances with groups dedicated to fair trade, labor rights, sustainable farming, indigenous peoples, and supporting the local community
• Evaluated mission statements of applicant groups to ensure a fit in approach, philosophy, and viability

• Represented the organization at public events in an advocacy role
• Maintained and updated clinical records in a medical setting
• Conducted outreach education to build alliances within the community and promote services

• Worked with young children in a local elementary school to encourage literacy
• Provided mentorship to under-resourced children

• Grew this groundbreaking local nonprofit's support base with hundreds of new members, and built up community interest, interaction, and grassroots funding.
• Developed new fundraising initiative and community outreach efforts
• Brought together community interests in conservation and a historical dependence on the forestry industry.

• Increased media visibility for various progressive campaigns by targeting the appropriate publications.
• Trained new employees.
• Raised tens of thousands of dollars for socially relevant groups such as Human Rights Campaign, OSPIRG, Save the Children, amongst others.

Master, Social Work; Direct Human Services

Activities and Societies: Elected Secretary, Organization of Graduate Students of Social WorkIndependent Study: Mindfulness-Based Relapse.

Ba, Humanities, Religious Studies

Activities and Societies: Elected Vice President, Humanities Undergraduate Initiative Sewall Academic Program• Dean’s List Fall 2000.

High School Diploma, K - 12