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Kadijah Templeton

@kadijahtempleton

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Licensed Master Social Worker with expertise in chemical dependency counseling and case management.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a full-time clinical role where I can apply my MSW and LCDC to provide trauma-informed treatment, supervise staff, and coordinate multidisciplinary care in a supportive, recovery-focused organization.

I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with extensive experience in chemical dependency counseling, hospice, and medical social work. I have a strong record of managing caseloads, supervising staff, and coordinating interdisciplinary care.

Throughout my career I maintained caseloads of 25–30 individuals and supervised teams of up to 30 staff, demonstrating reliable documentation, crisis intervention, and treatment planning skills. I hold an MSW (Advanced Clinical Social Work) from Walden University and a BS in Criminal Justice from Wiley College.

My clinical background includes work as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, delivering individual and group counseling, developing treatment plans, and conducting comprehensive assessments using validated measurement tools. I have provided discharge planning, community resource linkage, and advocacy for patients and families across correctional, hospice, and hospital settings.

I am organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively. I seek opportunities where I can apply clinical expertise, support recovery-focused programs, and contribute to multidisciplinary teams to improve client outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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East Texas Treatment Facility

Jun 2017 - Present (8 years 4 months)

Provide chemical dependency counseling and case management for offenders, maintained therapeutic community programming, and managed caseloads of 25–30 clients while producing comprehensive assessments and progress summaries.

Clinical Assessment Case Management Chemical Dependency Counseling Treatment Planning Crisis Intervention Documentation Collaborative Care

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor

Treviso Transitional Care

Jan 2024 - Jul 2024 (6 months)

Provided counseling and recovery skills training, coordinated delivery of chemical dependency services, and supported client progress tracking and program reporting in a transitional care setting.

Chemical Dependency Counseling Recovery Skills Training Program Coordination Progress Monitoring Reporting Case Documentation

Hospice Intern

Three Oaks Hospice

Sep 2022 - Nov 2023 (1 year 2 months)

Assessed patient and family coping, intervened on emotional and social needs, connected families to resources, and documented care interactions to support hospice service delivery.

Family Intervention Documentation Communication Team Collaboration Client Advocacy

Social Work Intern

Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center

May 2023 - Oct 2023 (5 months)

Performed psychosocial risk assessments, discharge planning, and interventions for patients and families, coordinated referrals, and participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to support complex care transitions.

Discharge Planning Care Coordination Crisis Intervention Referral Management Interdisciplinary Collaboration Documentation

Hospice Social Work Intern

Compass Hospice

May 2022 - Jul 2023 (1 year 2 months)

Provided psychosocial support and counseling to patients and families, mobilized community resources, assisted with documentation, and advocated for patient-centered end-of-life decisions.

Family Support Documentation Advocacy Emotional Assessment Communication Teamwork

Caseworker / Counselor

Community Health Core

Oct 2021 - Feb 2022 (4 months)

Assessed psychosocial needs, intervened with patients and families on social and environmental concerns, and coordinated referrals and support services within community programs.

Case Documentation Crisis Intervention Client Advocacy Teamwork Resource Mobilization Problem Solving

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor

Crossroads Treatment Centers

Apr 2021 - Sep 2021 (5 months)

Delivered individual and group substance-use counseling, conducted evaluations and treatment planning, maintained offender records, and coordinated care with correctional and community partners to support recovery.

Substance Use Risk Assessment Treatment Planning Case Documentation Crisis Intervention

Intern - Juvenile Services

Harrison County Juvenile Services

Nov 2016 - Apr 2017 (5 months)

Completed administrative and client-facing tasks, maintained files and reports, assisted with research and data compilation, and supported staff with daily operations and case work.