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M. Blake Kaiser, A.C.S.W., L.I.C.S.W.
Email: mblakekaiser@gmail.com
Social Work professional with 26 years demonstrated success. Empowered individuals to change the quality of their lives, improve communication, and create healthy relationships, this implemented throughout multiple facilities. Diverse experience includes developing and implementing comprehensive programs that ensure therapists feel heard, respected, and validated and in turn offer supportive, constructive feedback to help clients gain greater insight and understanding. Exemplary leadership abilities combined with strong written and verbal communication skills serve as the catalyst for goal setting, decision making, and problem resolution. Working in partnership with clients, their families, and community agencies to help clients manage, resolve conflict and excel in life.
• Program Development and Management • Supervision of Programs and Staff
• Family, Group and Individual Therapy • Substance Abuse
• Civil and Family Mediation • Bereavement Counseling
• Marriage Therapy • Crisis and Suicide Intervention
• Child Sexual Abuse • Client Advocacy
• Early Childhood Intervention • Sexual Assault
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Compass Health Whidbey & Camano Islands, WA
Adult Services Program Manager 2006 – Present
Clinical direction, supervision and management of Compass Health services for both Whidbey and Camano Islands. Responsibilities include clinical supervision and training of staff by providing access, time, and best practices in supervision for each clinician. Provide appropriate and effective consultation to staff regarding client crises, e.g. suicidal risk; threatening, abusive, or destructive behavior; hospitalization; resources, family based services. Develop staff skills in collaborating with clients to mental health rehabilitation and insure that deficits in staff training are addressed through supervision, in-service training, and other professional training. Remain well-informed and current on the literature regarding ongoing developments in the treatment of mental illnesses, particularly in community support, in-home therapeutic family intervention, residential and vocational programming. Facilitate student interns from several universities for the benefit of creating a learning and stimulating environment. Provide psychiatric, clinical and staff supervision for students. Maintain an approach to staff recruitment and supervision which carries out equal employment and affirmative action policies. Direction of clinical program responsibility includes guiding and monitoring agency programs to maintain compliance with government, state and county contracts. Conduct program screenings and coordination of intake procedures. Assure that financial arrangements of consumers are in order and that staff perform advocacy for the consumers in the public assistance system. Manage a budget of approximately 1.8M. Oversee IT system acquisition and roll-out. Oversee follow-up services for discharged consumers. Evaluate programs, prepare and submit narrative and statistical reports on program activities. Perform supervision of clinical records which are audited monthly and annually and insure the quality assurance process. Develop and monitor clinical files to insure that they satisfy all requirements of State WAC codes and that each consumer has treatment and service plans designed collaboratively for their needs. Foster cooperative working relationships with support staff and direct service staff across programs. Maintain effective working relationships with referral sources, community resources, hospitals, doctors and other mental health professionals.
University of Washington – School of Social Work Seattle, WA
Faculty 2001 – Present
School of Social Work Faculty with first, second year graduate students and senior bachelor level. Classes include Clinical Practice, Children, Youth & Families and Organizational Practice. Instruction has been day, evening and outreach including Canadian collaborative exchange programs. Assisted in current curriculum development and in December of 2008, will be traveling to India to establish an internship program. Received letters from the Dean’s office for Outstanding Instruction on Course Evaluations.
Whidbey Counseling Langley, WA
Child, Adolescent and Family Therapist 2002 – Present
Whidbey Counseling is a leader in Web based counseling provided in conjunction with face-to -face visitations as needed. WebCounseling is an effective way to seek counseling services when face-to-face is not easily accessed. WebCounseling is a dialogue focused on the client. Through the use of email, chat and video conferencing, difficulties are analyzed and solutions explored. Personalized strategies quickly emerge which easily and quickly are utilized. With WebCounseling, help is provided no matter where a person is located and virtually at any time.
Whidbey General Hospital Coupeville, WA
Orientation Coordinator 2000 – 2002
Designed, developed, implemented and administered organization wide programs designed to effect cultural change in employee performance, retention and customer satisfaction. Provided guidance for instructors to deliver program modules. Facilitated all aspects including the budgetary process. Reoriented the entire hospital staff including physicians. Program evaluations completed by participants and patients have shown positive change since the implementation of this program. CEU’s awarded for course completion. Supervised all aspects of program development and implementation including budgetary responsibility to 1.2M.
Arizona State University – School of Social Work Tempe, AZ
Faculty 1996 – 2000
School of Social Work faculty and taught both undergraduate and graduate levels. Served as Field Instructor for Graduate Field Placements and Faculty Advisor for School of Social Work Student Organization. The organization, known now as Common Ground, conducted an annual symposium that provides outreach and education. The organization strived to bring all races, religions, orientations and cultures under one roof. The students worked with area schools to provide education, awareness, support and problem solving to younger populations. Focus was on celebrating, respecting, and raising awareness about differences in our culture so that participants become ambassadors of respect.
YWCA – Haven House Maricopa Co. Phoenix, AZ
Consultant 1998 – 1999
Provided program evaluation for a full spectrum of services including personnel, policies, and program evaluation. This included Continuum of Care in Maricopa Co. where Haven House operates on that continuum. Also conducted field search of resources with educational programs, facility provisions, mentoring, medical/dental care and grant proposals.
Arizona Community Psychiatric Groups, Ltd. Phoenix, AZ
Child, Adolescent, and Family Therapist 1996 – 1998
Specialized in supporting and enhancing programs for children and adolescent youth as well as clinically treating children, adolescents, and their families regarding eating disorders, psychiatric disorders, adjustment issues and ADHD.
Outpatient Child and Adolescent Clinic, ADD Program Evansville, IN
Clinical Program Director 1992 – 1996
Developed and implemented ADHD assessments, training, and follow-up program for children and their families. The program expanded to the tri-state region and is the only one of its kind offered.
Mulberry Psychological and Counseling Associates Evansville, IN
Child and Adolescent Therapist 1992 – 1996
Provided outpatient assessments and therapies for children and adolescents with a variety of presenting concerns: Eating disorders, psychiatric disorders, adjustment issues and ADHD. Coordinated services, provided evaluations and recommendations, testified in Criminal and Civil Courts on Child related issues.
Deaconess Counseling Associates Evansville, IN
Child, Adolescent, and Family Therapist 1991 – 1992
Provided assessment and therapy to a variety of presenting problems; special assessments for ADHD; training and supervision with Deaconess Day Care Center regarding behavior management.
Southwestern Indiana Mental Health Center Evansville, IN
Child and Family Therapist 1989 – 1991
Provided short-term psychotherapy for children and adolescents, including abused children. Worked with families focusing on brief and strategic therapies. Co-facilitated the domestic violence program and sexual perpetrator’s program. Provided consultation to other clinical agencies, police departments, and the prosecutor’s office. Provided court reports and testimony.
Chestnut Ridge Hospital, Psychiatric Facility for West Virginia University Morgantown, WV
Family and Child Therapist 1987 – 1989
Provided direct clinical services to the facility. Trained psychiatric residents from the WVU School of Medicine, doctorate of clinical psychology and graduate social work students. Developed the Family Therapy Program on the Adolescent Treatment Unit and provided other treatment interventions which facilitated the therapeutic milieu.
Northern Panhandle Behavioral Health Center Wheeling, WV
Victim’s Assistant Specialist 1986 – 1987
Provided outpatient short and long term counseling and case management primarily to children and adolescents, but not excluding adults who were victims of abuse of any nature. Provided extensive court work and established specialized treatment groups for victims. Trained staff regarding clinical services.
Family Services of Marion and Harrison Counties Clarksburgh, WV
Child, Adolescent, Adult and Family Therapist 1985 -1986
Provided specialization services to children, adolescents, and families, when the child was the identified client. Counseled adults who presented for any reason, from initial intake, to completion of services.
West Virginia University – School of Social Work Morgantown, WV
Graduate Assistant 1985 – 1985
Assisted with the Summer Institute of Aging which was an annual week-long conference providing continuing education courses for a variety of professionals who served older adults. Also provided consultation to other community service agencies and advisory boards.
West Virginia University – School of Social Work Morgantown, WV
Research Assistant 1985 – 1985
Gathered and compiled information for the “Trends Study” sponsored by WVU Human Resources Association.
West Virginia University Medical Center – Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry Morgantown, WV
Graduate Social Work Internship in Child Psychiatry 1985 – 1985
Served as the only Graduate Social Work student to work in Child Psychiatry. Provided intake evaluations, ADHD evaluations, and on-going psychotherapy with adolescent/child referrals and placements as well as family therapy. Participated in Child Consultation Service, Behavioral Management Program, Clinical Psychology Program and weekly Grand Rounds.
Fort Wayne State Developmental Center Fort Wayne, IN
Psychiatric Social Worker 1982 – 1984
Responsible for a caseload of 96 residents, maintenance of social service reports, histories, court reports, and HAB plans. Supervised and provided training for direct care staff as well as training in DSM and ICD diagnostic criteria.
South Side Family Nurturing Center Minneapolis, MN
Family Service Intern 1980 – 1981
Served as a Social Work Intern for an inner-city pre-school program for abused and high risk children. Provided family and individual therapy, parent training, play-therapy, and behavioral management. Worked with direct involvement of Court referrals.
EDUCATION and DEVELOPMENT
Master of Social Work (MSW)
West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV (1985)
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
University of Evansville, Evansville, IN (1981)
Live Supervision and Training with C. Madanes and J. Haley
Family Therapy Institute, Washington, DC (1989)
ADR Family Mediation Certification
Indianapolis, IN (1994)
Certified EMDR Specialist
Everett, WA (2007)
LICENSES
Washington State LICSW (2001)
CERTIFICATION and MEMBERSHIPS
Certified EMDR Specialist, WA (2007)
Certified Independent Social Worker, AZ (1996)
Certified in Civil and Family Mediation, IN (1993)
Certified Clinical Social Worker, IN (1993)
Certified Marriage and Family Therapy, IN (1993)
Member: Island County, Community Health and Advisory Board (2003-2004)
Member: Sexual Assault Task Force, Area Long Range Planning Committee (1991)
Member: Mental Health Advisory Committee (1991)
Member: Child Sexual Abuse Team (1989)
Member: Academy of Certified Social Workers (1988-Present)
Member: Phi Alpha, Honors Social Work (1980-Present)
Member: National Association of Social Workers (1977-Present)
COMMUNITY SERVICE and EDUCATION of PROFESSIONALS
Providing supervision to Social Workers, working on face-to-face hours to earn state Licensure
2001- Present
University of Washington, School of Social Work Faculty for the following courses:
Children, Youth and Families – Community Organization – Family Therapy – Human Behavior in the Social Environment – Clinical Interventions – Practicum Seminar (for internship students)
2001-Present
2001-Present-www.readingwithrover.org/Literacy program that uses dogs to assist children with reading.Our Mission: To inspire children to discover the joy of reading while developing literacy skills and confidence in a safe environment using Reading With Rover Dogs. Improves reading skills 47% within the first 30 days.
“Why Johnny Can’t Sit Still”, Article written for Inner Views
Professional Journal, Spring Publication. May 1999
“Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder”, Diagnosis and Treatment for Teachers
Warrick Co. School Corporation. November 1995
“Psychiatric Disorders in Children and Teens in Foster Care”, Child Protective Services
Vanderburgh Co. Division of Family and Children’s Services. September 1994
“On Being an Expert Witness When a Child Goes to Court”, Training to tri-state professionals on managing court procedure, acquiring skillful responses and preparing a child or adolescent victim
for court. October 1993
“Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder”, Behavioral Approaches at Home and School
Castle High School Teachers. September 1993
“Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder”, Training for teachers and therapists. Training for area school teachers on assessment and classroom management of ADHD children and adolescents. October 1992
“ADHD Assessment and Treatment” Article published, Hoosier Parent (Indiana). September 1992
“Parenting for Preschoolers” Participated in pilot program designed for early parenting intervention with children for improved involvement at the school level. March 1992
“Positive Parenting for Families” Presented by request at a large insurance firm, Evansville, IN. February 1992
“Psychiatric Disorders Associated with Child Trauma” Training for the Adoptive Foster Care Program, dealing with special needs populations, Evansville, IN. October 1990
“Strategic Family Therapy Conference,” Evansville, IN. September 1990
“Strategic Family Therapy” Training and live supervision of therapists “When Child Victims Appear in Court” March – June 1990
Instructor at Summit Center’s Second Annual Fall Training. “Therapy with Families of Sexual Abuse” October 1988
“The Shamed Family” Instructor for Children’s Services Institute. October 1987
Served as a voting member on Board of Directors governing protocol, policies and procedures for Sexual Assault Help Center. May – November 1987
Served as area representative on Child Sexual Abuse Task Force of Ohio County, to establish protocol for dealing with child sexual abuse as well as facilitation of services to that population. December 1986 – November 1987
Staff Training, Child Welfare Training Project of the Department of Health and Human Services for In-Home Family Centered Services. March 1986
Served on Formation Committee and became Charter Member, Parents Anonymous Group in Harrison County, IN. November 1985 – December 1986
Member of Programming Committee for Adult and Children’s Services, Executive Committee, Personnel Committee, and Board of Directors of the Shelter for Battered Women, Evansville, IN. March 1981 – March 1982
Co-Sponsor, Parents Anonymous, Evansville, IN. January 1980 – March 1982
Specialized Training:
Supervision with Challenging Employees, Assessment and Documentation Best Practices, Dealing with Difficult Employees, The Deficit Reduction Act, How to conduct Effective Performance Appraisals, HIPPA Compliance, Fiscal Management of HIV Case management, Ethics of Clinical Management, Ethics and Cultural Competence, Collaborative Skill Development for Families with Children, Eating Disorders, EMDR, Cognitive Therapy with Children and Adolescents, Clinical Psychopharmacology for Clinicians, Evidence Based Practice for Home Based Services, Seattle Race Conference.
WA Training, multiple sites. 2001 – Present
“Focused Action Therapy” — Psychodrama, Western Institute, 2-Day Intensive Seminar
Phoenix, AZ. October 1997
“Focused Action Therapy” Psychodrama, Western Institute, 3-Day Intensive Seminar
Phoenix, AZ. May 1997
“Focused Action Therapy” Psychodrama, Western Institute, 4-Day Intensive Seminar
Phoenix, AZ. November 1996
“Focused Action Therapy” Psychodrama, Western Institute, 4-Day Intensive Training Seminar Phoenix, AZ. September 1996
ADD Coaching Conference 2-Day Sessions Held Focusing on Coaching ADHD Adults by:
Nancy Ratey, Ed.M., and Susan Sussman, M-Ed. May and June 1996
“Focused Action Therapy” Psychodrama, Western Institute, 6-Day Intensive Training Seminar Phoenix, AZ. April 1996
ADD Coaching One Day Seminar for Professionals Working with ADHD Adults
Phoenix, AZ. March 1996
“Focused Action Therapy” Psychodrama, Western Institute, 6-Day Intensive Training Seminar Phoenix, AZ. February 1996
“Focused Action Therapy” Psychodrama, Western Institute, 4-Day Intensive Training Sessions Evansville, IN. November 1995
“Focused Action Therapy” Psychodrama, Western Institute, 4-Day Intensive Training Sessions
Evansville, IN. April and July 1995
“Mediation and Handling Pro Bono Cases in Juvenile Court” Seminar
French Lick, IN. September 1994
“Divorce Busting” a brief model of intervention with divorce issues, presented by Michele Weiner-Davis, author and trainer; sponsored by Kentucky Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Louisville, KY. February 1993
“Focused Action Therapy” Four-day Intensive Training Session with Elaine Eller Goldman, Ph.D.; Delcy Schram Morrison, M.A.; and Mark Stephen Goldman, Evansville, IN. January 1993
WORKSHOPS
“Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Better Treatments Across the Life Cycle,” by Dennis Cantwell, M.D. (UCLA)
“Neurology for the Non-Neurologist” Parts I and 11, by Martin Samuels, M.D. (Harvard)
“Improved Diagnosis and Treatment of Crime-Related Trauma in Children and Adolescents,” by Ann W. Burgess, R.N., D.N.Sc. (University of Pennsylvania)
“New Developments in Treating Disorders of Sexual Desire,” by Joseph LoPiccolo, Ph.D. (University of Missouri, Columbia)
“Ask the Expert: Memory and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder,” by Ann W. Burgess, R.N., D.N.Sc. (University of Pennsylvania)
“Compulsive Exercise, Eating Disorders, and Cognitive Changes,” by Alayne Yates, M.D. (University of Arizona)
“Improved Psychotherapy of Borderline and Narcissistic Conditions,” by Glen 0. Gabbard, M.D. (Menniger Memorial Hospital)
“How to Recognize and Manage Frontal Lobe Syndromes,” by Jeffrey Cummings, M.D. (UCLA), U.S. Psychiatric and Mental Health Congress, Chicago, IL
“Domestic Abuse Intervention Project,” Duluth Project, Anderson, IN.
“Strategic Family Therapy,” by David Eddy, Executive Director, Family Institute of Washington, D.C.
“Child in the 1990′s,” by T. Berry Brazelton, M.D., Indianapolis, IN
“Adoptions and Bereavement,” by Jean Pi`ere, Evansville, IN.
“Play Therapy,” by Jan Birkey, Evansville, IN.
“Live Supervision Training,” consisting of one 7-hour session per week for 17 weeks, by Jan Haley and Cloe` Madanes, The Haley-Madanes Institute of Washington, D.C.
“Family Therapy Seminar,” by David Eddy, Ph.D., The Haley- Madanes Institute of Washington, D.C.
“The Transender Child,” by Karen Northcraft, Ed.D., Morgantown, WV.
“Domestic Violence,” Dr. Oliver Williams, Morgantown, WV.
“A Day and a Half with Virginia Satir, A.C.S.W.,” Charleston, WV.
“Resolving Traumatic Memories,” David Grove, M.A., Pittsburgh, PA.
“AIDS,” by James F. Mullooly, Jr., M.A., Pittsburgh, PA.
“Behavioral Approaches to Parent-Child Problems,” by Dr. Carole Harris, Canaan Valley, WV.
“Psychological Assessment and Treatment Implications of Sexually Abused Children,” Dr. Wendy Evers-Gordon, Canaan Valley, WV.
“The Ellis Approach to Specific Kinds of Clients in Therapy,” by Dr. Albert Ellis, Charleston, WV.
“Promotion of Self Esteem Among Adolescents,” by Dr. Sol Gordon, Washington, DC.
“Issues in Child and Adolescent Therapy and Divorce,” by Dr. Richard Gardner, Pittsburgh, PA.
“Adlerian Workshops,” by Dr. Ansbarger, Dr. Lowe, and Dr. Sonstegard, Charleston, WV.
“Grantsmanship,” Indiana University, Bloomington, IN.
“Working with Troubled Families,” by Virginia Satir, A.C.S.W., Minneapolis, MN.
“New Techniques in Family Systems,” by Virginia Satir, A.C.S.W., Minneapolis, MN.
“Family Systems, Family Therapy, Family Therapy Training,” by Dot Feldman, A.C.S.W., and Kay Grask, A.C.S.W., South Bend, IN.
During the years 1978 -2002, I accumulated over 900 hours of continuing education credit in the areas of Neuropsychiatry, Adult Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Behavioral Treatment Approaches, Therapy on an In-patient Unit, Family Therapy, and Occupational Therapy. In addition, BI-Weekly Grand Rounds on Child and Adult Psychiatry for periods while at the WVU Medical Center.