Kim Poon

Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience delivering therapeutic services across healthcare, corrections, outpatient, and community mental health settings. Specialized in treating individuals with co-occurring disorders, serious mental illness, and substance use challenges. Skilled in providing evidenced-based therapy, crisis intervention, and care coordination.  Committed to client-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive. care. 

Clinical Experience 

Health Care Agency – Behavioral Health Services, Adult & Older Adult Intensive Outpatient
Contract Monitor, Behavioral Health Clinician | August 2023 – April 2025
-Provided clinical consultation and therapeutic recommendations for complex client cases.
-Reviewed and authorized referrals, enrollments, and discharges with a focus on continuity of care.
-Ensured therapeutic services met Medi-Cal and DHCS standards through audits and site visits.
-Identified training needs and supported clinical teams in improving therapeutic outcomes.
 

Health Care Agency – Behavioral Health Services, Outpatient 
-Intake Counselor, Behavioral Health Clinician | September 2022 – November 2023

-Performed triage and clinical assessments to determine medical necessity and appropriate level of care; coordinated referrals for treatment services. 
-Conducted comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and assigned ICD-10 diagnoses.
-Delivered brief therapeutic interventions, psychoeducation, and crisis stabilization.
-Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans.
 

Twin Towers Correctional Health Services
Psychiatric Social Worker | June 2018 – May 2022
-Provided individual therapy to incarcerated men with moderate to severe mental illness.
-Delivered trauma-informed care and cognitive-behavioral interventions in a correctional setting.
-Conducted emergency psychiatric evaluations and implemented crisis intervention strategies.
-Advocated for clients' mental health rights and treatment needs in alignment with DOJ standards.
 

Kedren Community Mental Health Outpatient Center
Psychiatric Social Worker, Pre-Licensed Therapist | January 2017 – September 2017
-Delivered individual and co-facilitated therapy sessions using CBT, DBT, and strength-based
approaches.
-Conducted risk assessments and developed safety plans for high-risk clients.
-Collaborated with psychiatrists and case managers to ensure integrated care.
 

Internship Experience

Illumination Foundation – Recuperative Care Program
Mental Health Therapist, MSW Intern | August 2015 – May 2016
-Provided individual and group therapy to homeless adults with co-occurring disorders.
-Conducted biopsychosocial assessments and developed client-centered treatment plans.
-Supported discharge planning and linkage to long-term mental health services.
 

Orange County Child Abuse Prevention Center
In-Home Coach, MSW Intern | September 2014 – June 2015
-Delivered in-home counseling and psychoeducation to families at risk of child welfare involvement.
-Provided parenting support and facilitated access to community-based therapy resources.
 

Office of Assembly Member Jimmy Gomez, Los Angeles
Social Work Intern, BSW Program | September 2013 – June 2014
-Supported constituents with access to social services and mental health resources.
-Advocated for underserved populations in East Los Angeles.

Education
California State University, Dominguez Hills – Carson, CA
Master of Social Work (MSW) – December 2016

California State University, Los Angeles – Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) – June 2014