Nicole Ness Email & Phone Number

Raleigh, Nc

Conduct fidelity reviews state-wide, provide technical assistance, and develop web-based training series for Individual Placement and Support (IPS) programs

Instrumental in facilitating transition from Continuing Day Treatment Program to New York State's only geriatric PROS (Personalized Recovery Oriented Services) program in October 2013. Supervised social work staff, interns of multiple disciplines, and volunteers. Monitored day-to-day clinical activity and observed group facilitation. Managed individual participant caseload and ran rehabilitation skills-based groups. Trained staff in PROS mission and practice, individualized recovery plan development and implementation, psychiatric rehabilitation, curriculum development, person-centered treatment, and concurrent documentation. Provided geriatric-oriented mental health education to outside agencies and advertised SPOP services. Assisted Program Director with policy creation and implementation. Prepared staff for regulatory audits. Created a supportive and safe environment to learn and grow for staff and participants.Presentations:PROS and the New Marketing Paradigm: Appealing to New Populations and Understanding Data Metrics for PROS ­ The What, Where, When & How workshops at the 2015 PROS Implementation Academy, Albany, NYSupporting Older Adults in a PROS Environment workshop at the 2014 PROS Implementation Academy, Albany, NY 2014 & 2015 PROS Academy workshop presenter, Albany, NY

Bronx, Ny

• Provide psychotherapy for children, families and adults with mental health and psychosocial issues • Manage concise and timely records, including progress notes, treatment plans and treatment plan reviews

Bronx, Ny

Outpatient Psychiatric Department • Provide individual and group psychotherapy for adults and geriatrics with mental health issues • Maintain large caseload with support of clinic resources, including supervision, team meetings and case conferences • Function as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team• Facilitate case management services, including home care, housing and entitlements • SIFI-certified and graduate-level social work intern supervisorComprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program • Assess emergency needs, formulate clinical diagnoses and present cases to physician • Provide referrals for psychiatric and substance abuse treatment and case management services

Outpatient Psychiatric Department• Conducted intakes and prepared initial biopsychosocial assessments • Provided individual therapy and supportive counseling for adults of diverse populations• Maintained concise and timely charts, including progress notes, treatment plans and assessment updatesPartial Hospitalization Program • Conducted individual and group therapy for mentally ill adults transitioning from inpatient to outpatient care• Guided family meetings and offered psychoeducation to patients and their loved ones• Prepared discharge plans and referrals for continued community service

Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Center• Offered individual therapy for survivors of domestic violence with substance abuse issues• Co-led violence prevention groups using preventative and dialectical behavioral therapy techniques

Msw, Social Work

Activities and Societies: National Association of Social Workers, Domestic Violence Training Certificate, Alumni Board Member in 2009Field.

Ba, Psychology

Activities and Societies: High Hopes Crisis Hotline Counselor/Trainer, Golden Key National and International Honor Society Board Member.