Jodi L. McQuillen PhD, LICSW, LISW
University of Nebraska at Omaha
6001 Dodge Street, CPACS 205J
Omaha, NE 68182-0293
(402) 554-2753
Email:
Education
2014 Doctorate of Philosophy in Human Sciences,
Specialization in Gerontology
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
2006 Master of Social Work
Integrated Concentration
Regent’s Scholarship Recipient
University of Nebraska at Omaha
2001 Bachelor of Science: Secondary Education
Summa cum Laude Extra Muros
University of Nebraska at Omaha
1996 Bachelor of Arts: Social Sciences
Summa cum Laude
College of Saint Mary: Omaha, Nebraska
Clinical Licensure
Nebraska: Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner, License Number 753
Licensed Mental Health Practitioner, License Number 3448
Certified Master Social Worker, Certification Number 1303
Pursuing Provisional License in Drug/Alcohol Counseling
Iowa: Licensed Independent Social Worker, License Number 006833
Teaching Experience
August 2015 – Forward Contracted as Assistant Professor (For 2015-2016 academic year – forward)
August 2014 – Present Visiting Instructor
(For 2014-2015 academic year.)
University of Nebraska – Grace Abbott School of Social Work
Omaha, Nebraska
Contracted to teach:
Graduate classes:
SOWK 8130: Generalist Practice I (This class will include a service learning project)
SOWK 8220: Clinical Social Work with Individuals – 3 sections (These classes will include a service learning project)
Undergraduate class:
SOWK 4650: Social Work in Mental Health and with Intellectual Disabilities (This class will include a service learning project)
Other projects:
- Development and presentation of a pilot MSW Senior Seminar
- Continue to present Social Work and Chemical Dependency Licensure and Certification Workshops to MSW students in the fall and spring semesters.
- Continue to present BSW licensure workshop to undergraduate Senior Seminar students.
- Continue research project on MSW student self-efficacy in clinical social work education that utilizes service learning.
- Volunteer as Practicum Instructor for a MSW student.
January 2010 – August 2014 Adjunct Instructor
University of Nebraska – Grace Abbott School of Social Work
Omaha, Nebraska
Previously taught:
Graduate classes:
SOWK 8070: Human Behavior and the Social Environment I
SOWK 8220: Clinical Social Work with Individuals
SOWK 8400: Advanced Social Work Practicum I; taught Practicum Lab and
conducted liaison visits
SOWK 8410: Advanced Social Work Practicum II; conducted liaison visits
Undergraduate classes:
SOWK 1000: Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare
SOWK 1500: Social Work and Civic Engagement
SOWK 4650: Social Work in Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities
SOWK 1000: Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare
Other projects:
- Presented Social Work and Chemical Dependency Licensure and Certification Workshops to MSW students during the spring and fall semesters. Created student brochures explaining NE and IA MSW level licensure and certification. Created on-line resources for Social Work Department website that explained MSW level licensure.
- Presented to undergraduate Senior Seminar students on BSSW level licensure in NE and IA.
- Coordinated with United States Air Force and presented workshop on military social work.
- Volunteered as Practicum Instructor for 2 MSW students.
January 2014 – May 2014 Adjunct Instructor
University of Nebraska - Gerontology Department
Omaha, Nebraska
Previously taught:
Undergraduate students:
GERO/PSYC 4460: Psychology of Adult Development and Aging
Research Experience
December 2014 – Present Primary Investigator: “The Needs of Those Aging With HIV/AIDS: Service Provision and Policy Implications”
August 2014 – Present Primary Investigator: “The Utilization of Service Learning in Clinical Curriculum to Increase MSW Student Self-Efficacy”
August 2013 – Dec. 2014 Dissertation: “A Phenomenological Study of Aging with HIV/AIDS: In the Words of Those Who Really Know”
November 2005 - May 2006 Research Assistant
University of Nebraska - Grace Abbott School of Social Work
Omaha, Nebraska
Clinical Experience
May 2010 – Present Private Practice Therapist and Clinical Supervisor
Omaha, Nebraska
Provide individual counseling to clients on an outpatient basis, while specializing in the mental health needs of the geriatric, physically disabled, SPMI, LGBTQ, and HIV/AIDS populations. Provide clinical licensure supervision to provisionally licensed post-graduate social workers and mental health practitioners.
Dec. 2011 – Jan. 2014 Medical Social Worker and Professional Consultant
Home Nursing With Heart
Ralston, Nebraska
Provided professional consultation to agency administrators and staff. Conducted psychosocial assessments, cognitive assessments, and safety evaluations on agency clients. Worked collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team and with collateral community partners to meet clients’ medical, mental health, and safety needs.
Nov. 2009 – Nov. 2011 Mental Health Practitioner / Clinical Social Worker
Heritage Center - Geriatric Psychiatric Hospital
Omaha, Nebraska
Assessed emergency room patients and coordinated patient admissions to inpatient psychiatric care. Completed psychosocial and mental health assessments to geriatric patients in a psychiatric inpatient setting. Provided group and individual counseling to patients and completed patient safety plans prior to discharge. Worked collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.
May 2007 – July 2010 Mental Health Practitioner
Munroe-Meyer Institute - Social Work Department
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, Nebraska
Worked as a part-time, contracted mental health practitioner. Provided child, adolescent, and family therapy in clinic and home-based settings. Collaborated with the Social Work Department's program development team in creating new programs that addressed the lifespan mental wellness needs of those with intellectual disabilities. Assisted with initial research on behavioral health needs of the geriatric and developmentally disabled populations.
January 2007 – Dec. 2009 Crisis Counselor / Medical Social Worker
Visiting Nurse Association of the Midlands
Omaha, Nebraska
Provided crisis counseling and medical social work to clients in a home-based setting. Conducted psychosocial assessments, cognitive assessments, and safety evaluations on clients. Educated and assisted clients and caregivers in accessing community resources to meet clients’ long-term medical, mental health, and safety needs. Co-authored VNA book, Guide to Managing Dementia.
May 2006 – December 2006 Mental Health Practitioner - Advanced Clinical Practicum
Munroe-Meyer Institute - Social Work Department
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, Nebraska
Conducted child, adolescent, and family therapy in an outpatient setting. Administered Child and Adolescent Functional Assessment Scale (CAFAS) to clients. Collaborated with Munroe Meyer and collateral professionals. Conducted adoptive and foster care home studies.
May 2005 – August 2005 Family Support Specialist - Foundation Clinical Practicum Child Saving Institute
Omaha, Nebraska
Collaborated with licensed mental health practitioners and case managers in providing intensive family preservation services to clients. Completed family psychosocial assessments, service plans, and monitored/recorded client progress. Coordinated and co-facilitated a teen parenting class.
October 2001 - June 2003 Family Support Specialist
Child Saving Institute
Omaha, Nebraska
Provided home-based case management and skills training to elementary students and their families. Assisted families with crisis management and utilizing community services. Collaborated with Omaha Public Schools, mental health professionals, Child Protective Service, law enforcement, and the Douglas County Juvenile Courts to provide individualized services for children and their families.
August 1996 – Feb. 1998 Special Education Paraprofessional
Omaha Public Schools: Lewis & Clark Middle School
Omaha, Nebraska
Assisted teachers and administrators in meeting the individualized needs of special education students who had intellectual and behavior impairments. Conducted individual and small group instruction. Administered behavioral interventions and taught social skills to students.
Publications
McQuillen, J., Nosal J., Vigstol, M., Lucas T., Enzolera, K., Clark, M., & Jaworski, D. (2009) Guide to managing dementia. Omaha: Visiting Nurse Association of the Midlands.
Presentations
McQuillen, J. (2012). The Emotional Needs of Children Who Have a Loved One with Cancer. UNMC Cancer Survivorship Educational Series, Omaha, NE
McQuillen, J. (2011). Suicide: What You Need to Know in Home Health Care. Visiting Nurse Association of the Midlands CEU Educational Series, Omaha, NE
McQuillen, J. (2011). Caregiver Stress Management. Alzheimer’s Association’s Caregiver Educational Series, Omaha, NE
McQuillen, J. (2010). Counseling Older Adults: Their Unique Needs and Special Considerations. University of Nebraska, School of Social Work, Legends Seminar, Omaha, NE
McQuillen, J. & McKechnie, J. (2010). Stress and Health Management. Alzheimer’s Association’s Caregiver Educational Series, Council Bluffs, IA
McQuillen, J., Nosal J., Vigstol, M., Lucas T., Enzolera, K., Clark, M., & Jaworski, D. (2009). Managing Dementia. Visiting Nurse Association, Omaha, NE
Harder, J., McQuillen, J., Bryant, C., & Wein, R. (2006). Including Spirituality in Social Work Practice. National Association of Social Workers 2006 Annual Conference, Nebraska Chapter, Omaha, NE
Community Service:
August 2007 – May 2008 Social Work Practicum Committee: Community Member
University of Nebraska - Grace Abbott School of Social Work
Omaha, Nebraska
Provided community representation in respect to the Grace Abbott School of Social Work’s practicum policies and procedures.
January 2007 – April 2007 Grief Support Group Facilitator
Ted E. Bear Hollow, A Center for Grieving Children
Omaha, Nebraska
Co-facilitated an on-going grief support group for teens.
July 1997 – December 2006 Community Review Board Member
Nebraska Foster Care Review Board
Omaha, Nebraska
Advocated for the rights of foster care children in the Omaha area by reviewing case files and participating in meetings with biological parents, foster parents, foster children, case managers, and attorneys. Conducted “Project Permanency” visits to foster homes with the purpose of gathering information on the needs of the children in care and to educate the foster parents on child advocacy.
October 2005 – Dec. 2006 Social Work Practicum Committee: Student Member
University of Nebraska - Grace Abbott School of Social Work
Omaha, Nebraska
Professional Memberships
Association of Baccalaureate Social Work Program Directors
Association of Private Practice Therapists
Council on Social Work Education
National Association of Social Workers - Nebraska Chapter
Southern Gerontological Society