MSW Field Profiles 2018-19

MSW James Wilkie 2018-2019 Agency Name: Creative Health Services, Inc. Profile: Creative Health Services is a behavioral health agency in Pottstown, PA. Their mission is to provide quality behavioral healthcare to promote wellness for individuals, families and communities. They support a holistic approach to treatment. In addition to providing psychotherapeutic services, the agency also offers primary health and dental care, case management, and career services. Field Placement Responsibilities: As a Mental Health Outpatient intern, I will be responsible for direct practice with clients by conducting individual psychotherapy using generally accepted techniques and models. Given the agency’s emphasis on promoting wellness for families and communities, I will be required to apply systems theory and a family-in-environment perspective to my work with these individuals. This will, at times, require me to extend treatment to other family members and to advocate on behalf of the client to fill any gaps in services that hinder their well-being. To be successful in this practice, I will be required to participate in staff meetings, trainings, and weekly supervision. I will also be expected to adhere to the ethical standards of the agency and the NASW Code of Ethics. Future Goals: My primary interests are in clinical social work and advocacy. I plan to work for an agency when I graduate to pursue these interests and to obtain my LCSW. Department of Social Work