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PATRICIA BRADY
16 Bradlee Road Third Floor
Medford, Massachusetts 02155
(781) 395-0274
Email: pbcbrady@gmail.com Website: http://www.patriciabradyandassoc.com INTRODUCTION Over the course of the preceding twenty years, I have been committed to the field of Child Welfare. I am a skilled clinician in terms of the assessment of risk, diagnosis and the development of treatment plans for children and their families. Furthermore, I am experienced in the field of Adoption involving the Assessment of Adoptive Families, the Treatment of children and families involved in the Adoption process and the life long adoption journey. The following experience provides a summary of my professional career.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
May 1996 to Present
PATRICIA BRADY & ASSOCIATES – MEDFORD, MA
Court Investigator - Guardian Ad Litem – Parenting Coordinator -Evaluator Boston Juvenile Court - Middlesex Juvenile Court – Norfolk Juvenile Court - Suffolk Probate Court Middlesex Probate Court
· Conduct Independent Interviews with all parties and professionals involved with a child and the family brought to the attention of the Court.
· Observe Parent / Child Visitation and assess the interaction based upon a series of contacts.
· Review Records, Mental Health Reports, Psychological Assessments.
· Evaluate High Conflict family systems where issues of custody, visitation and child protection are at issue.
· Prepare a Comprehensive Written Report on the Findings in a Timely Manner, including a Summation and Recommendations for the Court’s considerations based upon Factual Information and Clinical Impressions.
· Testify as an Expert Witness in Child Custody Hearings/ Trials.
· Coordinate Parenting Plans in High Conflict Divorce and Custody Actions
· Provide written explanations on decisions rendered in a timely manner
· Intervene where disputes exist and mediate a resolution driven by the principle “in the best interests of the child/children”
EXPERT QUALIFICATIONS IN TRIALS ON ISSUES INCLUDING
Dispensing With The Need for Parental Consent To Adoption, Visitation,
Placement and Permanency Planning Rogers Orders
AREAS OF QUALIFICATION
Trauma - Risk Assessment - Attachment Disorder - Factitioious Disorder by Proxy - Family Systems – Child Welfare - Placement and Permanency Planning - Sexual Abuse - Adoption – Child Custody Evaluations
July 2007 to Present
Massachusetts General Hospital Children and the Law Program – Boston, MA
Forensic Evaluator – Consultant
· Conduct Forensic Evaluations in Child Welfare Cases involving issues related to parental fitness, visitation, where children have been alleged to be victims of severe abuse and or neglect or subject to a high conflict custody dispute
· Interview family members and important others in an effort to gather all perspectives on the referral question
· Examine records from a variety of disciplines
· Integrate data gathered and psychological testing in formulating a clinical opinion and recommendations
· Prepare a report bringing together all of the data collected
· Appear in court as a witness in child custody proceedings.
December 7, 2009 to Present Children’s Hospital Boston – Brazelton Touchpoints Center
Preventative Early Childhood Service Consultant
· Providing training and consultation on site to children, parents and staff at a Head Start or Early Head Start Center; · Collaborating with the Head Start/Early Head Start staff in order to increase that program’s capacity to effectively support parents challenged by depression and related adversity; · Coordinating and implementing the project’s clinical interventions with ongoing clinical services conducted by Head Start/Early Head Start clinical staff; · Coordinating and implementing the implementation of on-site pair, group,individual, and classroom interventions; · Providing crisis coordination and triage referral to community mental health resources; · Consulting with parents regarding parenting strategies and supports through groups or one-on-one. · Participating in home visits with Head Start staff; · Coordinating community-based referral sources and resources for families. · Providing a model for integrated Family Connections and Touchpoints practice at early care facilities through training and consulting practice.
February 1, 2005 to February, 2010
MSPCC – ACT OF LOVE ADOPTIONS – BOSTON, MA
Clinical Director
· Supervise Social Work Staff related to clinical work in a Domestic Infant Adoption Program
· Develop Programs for the purpose expanding clinical adoption services with the goal being to prevent the disruption of the adoption in accordance with the mission of the agency
· Direct clinical staff in the completion of Child Adoption Assessments, Home Studies, and post adoption clinical intervention
· Approve Adoption Plans to allow for Finalization of the Adoption for the identified children
· Oversee Budget in a fiscally responsible manner
· Insure compliance with Office For Child Care Services and Good Case Practice
· Provide Training to staff and prospective adoptive families on clinical issues related to Adoption
· Advocate for Advancement in Child Welfare Programs and Mental Health Services for Children
September 15, 2005 to Present
BOSTON COLLEGE – BOSTON, MA
Field Supervisor – Graduate School of Social Work
· Supervise Graduate Students in the Second Year MSW Program on a clinical track
· Develop Learning Contract to insure that the internship fulfills CORE requirements of the curriculum of the Boston College School of Social Work
· Provide current research data in the field of child welfare
· Integrate and apply theory to the caseloads assigned
· Evaluate student’s clinical practice and capacity to utilize theory in the work they perform with caseload assigned October 1997 to January 31, 2005
MSPCC – ACT OF LOVE ADOPTIONS – BOSTON, MA
Adoption Consultant
· Interviewed Prospective Adoptive Parents and Families with regard to their desire and aspirations for adoption and parenting.
· Conducted Home studies in accordance with the requirements of the Office of Child Care Services.
· Prepared reports for the Courts with regard to the recommendations for the finalization of the adoption after evaluating the attachment relationship and parenting capacity of the preadoptive parents.
· Facilitated Workshops for professionals and families, including parents and children involved in the adoption experience.
· Assessed complex family situations where adoption disruption has or could occur.
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May 1996 to January 1998
MEDFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS - MEDFORD, MA
Family Resource Specialist
· Educated parents of children between the ages of zero to six on developmental issues and
effective parenting techniques.
· Consulted in crisis situations to educational professionals servicing children and their families.
· Provided training to educators and clinicians on issues related to child development, family function, child abuse and neglect and intervention strategies.
May 1996 to January 1999
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - STATEWIDE
Consultant
· Conducted Foster Care reviews related to the placement of children in substitute care.
· Provided training to Department Personnel related to child development, family systems,
Trauma, risk assessment and service planning.
September 1990 to May 1996
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES – CAMBRIDGE AREA OFFICE
Supervisor /On Call-Supervisor
· Supervised and provided training and clinical support to ongoing protective service social workers related to their specific caseload.
· Evaluated personnel and administrated progressive disciplinary procedures when necessary.
· Facilitated services for cases with HIV related issues, as well as other life threatening illness issues, in the capacity of Area Aids Monitor.
· Influenced the careers of Undergraduate and Graduate Interns as their Mentor and Supervisor.
· Established and Coordinated Treatment Plans with collaterals and families across the Commonwealth regarding the safety and well being of children, in emergency situations.
· Problem solved issues on an emergency basis in accordance with department policy and appropriate case work practice.
April 1986 to August 1990
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES – BOSTON, MA
Social Worker
· Initiated referrals for support services in an effort to improve the quality of life for the children, adults and the family unit.
· Established and Implemented Service Plans for the purpose of strengthening the family.
· Proposed Legal Action for the purpose of alleviating serious risk to children and for the purpose of providing permanency to children in substitute care.
· Maintained written documentation of all occurrences in relationship to the respective cases assigned.
· Analyzed the level of risk to children, by conducting a comprehensive risk assessment, relative to allegations of physical, emotional and sexual abuse/neglect.
October 1983 to January 1988
MEDFORD SCHOOL COMMITTEE – MEDFORD, MA
School Committee Member Re-elect Two Terms – Vice Chairperson/Secretary
· Directed the operation of the Medford Public Schools.
· Designed academic programs and the related curriculum in cooperation with the
Superintendent reflective of the ever changing needs of the school community.
· Established policy which promoted improvement in educational standards.
· Implemented formal and interactive tools to evaluate personnel.
· Identified, addressed, and maintained and educational constituency.
· Participated in conferences as a representative of the Committee as a whole.
April 1985 to April 1986
INTERNATIONAL HOMEMAKERS, INC. – BROOKLINE, MA
Service Coordinator
· Served as a liaison between case managers and family members.
· Evaluated needs and implemented services in accordance with the needs of the clients.
· Supervised 80 homemakers through home visits and a review of reports.
· Maintained written documentation matters related to the family serviced.
· Educated homemakers on the subjects related to the clients whom they served.
October 1984 to March 1985
EAST MIDDLESEX ASSOCIATION FOR RETARDED CITIZENS – STONEHAM, MA
Vocational Adjustment Counselor
· Assessed client’s physical and emotional ability.
· Established goals for clients in the form of their individual Service Plans.
· Advocated for clients on appropriate work habits, daily living skills, and attitudes. |
EDUCATION
May 1984 LESLEY COLLEGE – CAMBRIDGE, MA
Bachelor of Science – Human Services – Major Psychology - Minor
September 1990 UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS - BOSTON, MA
Master of Science Human Services – Clinical Services Major
February 2007 THE AMERICAN PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSOCIATION –
SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI
Board Certified in Professional Counseling – ID#7989
ADDITIONAL TRAINING INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING
October 1992 MASSACHUSETTS CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION
Court Investigator Training
November 1997 COMMUNITY PROGRAM INNOVATIONS
Trauma Reactive Children & Adolescents
November 1997 MASSACHUSETTS ASSOCIATION OF MARRIAGE AND FAMILY
THERAPY AND ANDOVER NEWTON THELOGICAL SCHOOL &
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS
Divorce: In Whose Best Interests
November 1997 MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER NASW
For Kids’ Sake: Building Collaboration Among Child Welfare
Professionals
December 1997 COMMUNITY PROGRAM INNOVATIONS
Loss In the Magic Kingdom: Helping Children & Adolescents Cope
With Grief & Loss Obsessive Compulsive Disorder-Munchausen
Syndrome By Proxy: Diagnosis/Treatment
January 1999 MASSACHUSETTS ADOPTION RESOURCES
Clinical Issues In Adoption
April 1999 COMMUNITY PROGRAM INNOVATIONS
Youth With Conduct Disorders & Oppositional & Defiant Behaviors
January 2002 SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL
Guardian Ad Litem Practice
October 2002 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES INC.
Domestic Violence in the Lives of Children
November 2002 MASSACHUSETTS ASSOCIATION OF GUARDIAN AD LITEM,
INC THE DIVISION OF PSYCHOLOGY AT CHILDREN’S
HOSPITAL
Miles Apart: The Relocation Dilemma for Divided Families
July 2003 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES, INC.
Trauma and Recovery - Attachment Disorders
April 2003 MASSACHUSETTS CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION
Domestic Relations or Custody/Visitation/Adoption
November 2003 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE PROBATE AND FAMILY
COURT COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS AND
BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER CHILD WITNESS TO
VIOLENCE PROJECT
Domestic Violence Training
May 2004 MASSACHUSETTS SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
& THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE TRIAL COURT,
JUDICIAL INSTITUTE
Issues in Juvenile Forensic Mental Health: A Best Practices Conference
for Legal and Mental Health Professionals
Nov. to Dec 2004 SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL/THE MASSACHUSETTS
SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL PSCYHOLOGICAL CENTER FOR
STUDY OF PSYCHOLOGY AND DIVORCE
Understanding the Psychological Aspects of Divorce
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December 2, 2004 MASSACHUSETTS CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION
Guardian Ad Litem Training – Understanding the New Standards
June 3-4, 2005 THE TRAUMA CENTER AND BOSTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL
OF MEDICINE
Psychological Trauma: Attachment, Neuroscience &
Body Experience
June 10, 2005 MASSACHUSETTS ASSOCIATION OF GUARDIANS AD
LITEM, INC.
Sexual Abuse Issues in GAL Evaluations for the Family Court
November 4 -5 2005 MASSACHUSETTS ASSOCIATION OF GUARDIANS AD
LITEM INC.
Attachment Theory: Implications for Probate and
Juvenile Courts
December 29, 2005 MASSACHUSETTS MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELORS ASSOC.
Managing Anger
April 7, 2006 ASSOCIATION OF FAMILY AND CONCILIATION COURTS
Six and Under: The Magic Years With Divorcing and Never
Married Parents
October 11, 2006 MCLE - GAL Training: Part II Advanced
Nov. 3&4, 2006 MASSACHUSETTS ASSOCIATION OF GUARDIANS AD
LITEM, INC.
Parental Alienation: What It Is & What To Do About It
Nov. 9 &10 2007 MASSACHUSETTS ASSOCIATION OF GUARDIANS AD
LITEM, INC.
In The Best Interest of the Child Series: Whose House Is It Anyway?
Parenting Plans Revisited
Sept. 1990 to Present LICENSURE : Marriage and Family Therapist – License # 533
Mental Health Counselor – License # 1399
MEMBERSHIPS
Massachusetts Association for Guardian Ad Litem
American Mental Health Counselors Association
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
American Psychological Association
Published in Madison’s Who’s Who
PRESENTATIONS
April 5, 2008 Adoption Community of New England - Talking to Children About Adoption Across Development June 26-28, 2007 7th Annual Conference International Association of Forensic Mental
Health Services
Working Together : Interdisciplinarity in Forensic Mental Health –
Forensic Assessment: Exaggeration, Fabrication, Inducement –
How Children Are Affected
June 4, 2007 Medford Public Schools – Early Childhood/K- 2 Educators
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect In Massachusetts
May 26-27, 2005 Bringing Two Worlds Closer Together 6th National Child Welfare
Symposium Centre of Excellence for Child Welfare – University
of Montreal
The Role of the GAL in Safety Planning
September 15, 2005 The Role of the Guardian Ad Litem – Panel Presentation
Middlesex Juvenile Court – Cambridge Session
June 10, 2006/Ongoing Protecting God’s Children – Trainer
Archdiocese of Boston
February 2004 Resolve – Issues to Consider In Adoption
February 2007 Children’s Hospital Boston at Waltham
Sept. 22, 2006 Parenting Evaluations Training
October 20, 2006 MSPCC – Worcester
ADDITIONAL HUMAN SERVICE TRAINING
Somerville District Court Intern Probation officer – Adult/Juvenile
Brigham and Women’s Hospital - Intern Neonatal Technician
Medford School System St. Francis School - Tutor
PERSONAL: Married with Four children
REFERENCES: Available on request
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