Akia F.

Akia F. has a diverse work experience spanning several years. Their most recent position was as the Chief Integrated Behavioral Health Officer at Philadelphia FIGHT, where they oversaw the clinical and administrative services for three behavioral health programs. They developed and implemented the Intensive Outpatient Program and Electronic Health Records systems. Prior to this role, Akia held various positions at Philadelphia FIGHT, including Director of Integrated Behavioral Services and Director of Integrated Behavioral Health.

Before joining Philadelphia FIGHT, Akia worked as a Social Work Supervisor at Social Work Connection, where they supervised graduate-level interns in the delivery of individual and group therapy. They also held the position of Outpatient Therapist at NORTHWESTERN HUMAN SERVICES OF PENNSYLVANIA, where they facilitated therapy sessions for adults diagnosed with mental illness.

In their early career, Akia worked as a School Social Worker at Social Work Connection, providing therapy and resources to high school students with emotional and behavioral needs. They also worked as a Behavior Specialist Consultant at Pennsylvania Mentor, focusing on children diagnosed with Autism and other behavioral health disorders.

Akia's work experience also includes a role as a Psychiatric Social Worker at Prison Health Services, where they provided behavioral health evaluations, case management, crisis interventions, and therapy to incarcerated adults. They also supervised undergrad-level mental health staff.

In summary, Akia F. has a wealth of experience in the fields of integrated behavioral health, social work supervision, outpatient therapy, school social work, behavior consulting, and psychiatric social work.

Akia F. completed a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Social Relations at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania in 1998. Subsequently, they pursued a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree at the University of Pennsylvania from 1998 to 2000. In December 2013, they obtained a certification as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs- PA Department of State.