Vanessa "V" Schmidt, LICSW, has extensive experience in social work and behavioral health, currently serving as a Care Authorizer for the King County Behavioral Health and Recovery Division since March 2024. Previously, from March 2019 to June 2023, Vanessa worked as a Social Worker/Mitigation Specialist with the King County Department of Public Defense, contributing to a multidisciplinary defense team through investigative efforts and client interviews. Earlier roles include LEAD Case Manager at Evergreen Treatment Services, where intensive case management was provided to individuals facing homelessness and legal issues, and CCAP Clinician/Assessment Lead at Sound Mental Health, conducting assessments for legally involved clients. Vanessa began their career as an Employment Retention Specialist at the Center for Employment Opportunities, helping formerly incarcerated individuals secure stable employment. Educational credentials include a Master of Social Work from the University of Washington and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Hofstra University.
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