Sydney Smoot
Eden Prairie
Summary
Professional with comprehensive knowledge of child development, family dynamics, and evidenced-based therapeutic approaches. Experience serving culturally diverse children and families in both clinical and community settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Practitioner (CTSS/ARMHS)
Fernbrook Family Center
09.2023 - Current
- Provided individual and family skills in a community-based setting.
- Worked with clients to establish obtainable goals to improve life skills, mental health, and social functioning.
- Developed treatment plans and functional assessments to track clients progress.
- Collaborated with parents/guardians, school staff, case managers, and other practitioners to best assist clients.
Guardian Ad Litem
Minnesota State
09.2021 - Current
- Advocate for best interest of children involved in child abuse and neglect cases.
- Work with young adults in extended foster care to help promote independence.
- Assess needs of children, adults, and families through observation and in-home interviews.
- Identify culturally appropriate resources for mental health, chemical use, foster care, and other services.
- Attend court hearings and present written and oral recommendations to the court.
- Manage caseload of approximately 20-25 cases.
Mental Health Practitioner I
Fraser
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Organized and lead therapeutic groups in pediatric mental health day treatment rooms.
- Client caseload consisted of children ages 2-7 with behavioral and emotional disorders and/or autism spectrum disorder.
- Promoted social skills, emotional awareness, and regulation though skills-based therapy.
- Documented client progress through detailed note taking.
- Oversaw and trained clinical program assistants in day treatment rooms.
Clinical Program Assistant
Fraser
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Assisted therapists in pediatric mental health day treatment by helping clients meet their therapeutic goals.
- Gained an understanding of therapeutic techniques for a variety of emotional and behavioral disorders in children.
- Used trauma-informed practices such as Developmental Repair Model to promote healthy attachments and self-regulation.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Minnesota
Twin Cities2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN2019
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Trauma-Informed Interventions
- Culturally Responsive
- Relationship Building
- Strengths-Based Approach
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) Certified
Timeline
Mental Health Practitioner (CTSS/ARMHS)
Fernbrook Family Center
09.2023 - Current
Guardian Ad Litem
Minnesota State
09.2021 - Current
Mental Health Practitioner I
Fraser
10.2020 - 09.2021
Clinical Program Assistant
Fraser
05.2019 - 10.2020
Master of Social Work -
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Bemidji State University
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