During an 8-month span in 2015, I served as the acting Veteran Advocate under direct supervision of the Vet Center Director / Team Leader. I was able to gained viable clinical experience through Chapter 31’s, non-paid work experience program. During this time, I was responsible for initiating contact with new clients by conducting intakes and screening for onsite re-adjustment counseling. I also worked hand in hand with license clinicians in an effort to coordinate and enhance care through a community based approached and to determine when outside referral services where needed. During this time, I was able to consult with psychologists regarding complex PTSD cases, in order to determine the best course for onsite treatment. Upon request,
