1. Brian Spears, MSW
LMSW expected June 2015
212 Meadow Lane
Easley, SC 29642
Mobile: (864) 508-0806
Email: Bspears3212@gmail.com
Objective
Obtain clinical experience that facilitates growth in medical social work settings to pursue a career as a
clinical social worker.
Education
University of South Carolina 2015
M.A. Social Work
University of Charleston 1996
B.S. Degree Business Administration
Relevant Practical & Employment Experience
Discovery Enterprise 2004 - Present
Owner Easley, SC
• Business Development:
◦ Combine outstanding business acumen with solid management abilities to deliver
outstanding performance for demanding and complex projects, on time and in accordance
with exacting personal quality standards, federal and state legislation, and regulatory
requirements.
◦ Launched and manage multifaceted small business offering broad base of services to meet
individual needs of clients, including marketing and business development.
• Client Development Director:
◦ Assist clients in developing financial management strategies anchored in debt liquidation
and sound financial planning. Guide clients on one-on-one basis, conduct seminars and
workshops on investments, retirement, estate planning, cash management, insurance
coverage, and annuities.
• Media and Marketing Developer:
◦ Conduct in-depth demographic studies to assess market conditions and develop strategic
plans and marketing materials—including promotional brochure for City of Easley that has
been hailed as city brochure in greatest demand by tourism offices throughout South
Carolina. Develop and prepare designs for print, web, and multimedia products.
Ark Hospice 2014–2015
Case Management & Bereavement Coordinator Intern Easley, SC
• Gained thorough understanding of scope and implementation of bereavement program
designing a training manual to implement community facilitator training.

2. • Fulfilled organizational mission seeking improved methods of providing dignity of care in
treatment.
• Assess patient needs on Hospice documenting visits using CITRIX while assessing survivor
risks and providing interventions and counseling when needed.
• Reviewed Medicare policy changes to predict patient impact.
• Established rapport with clinical staff, patients, and their families to better provide relief.
Behavioral Health Services of Pickens 2013–2014
Outpatient Services Intern Pickens, SC
• Provides assessment, case consultation, case management, and treatment services to clients as
required.
• Participates in client case staffing and services as a leader in treatment team.
Assists in case reviews of clinical documentation to provide training in adherence to applicable
standards.
• Led and assisted in intensive outpatient therapy sessions (IOP), youth addiction groups,
criminal domestic violence (CDV) group sessions in addition to women’s psychoeducational
groups.
• Accurately performed psychosocial assessments, created treatment plans, and attended staff
meetings that gauged new client case histories and assessments.
• Created and maintained client progress notes for both substance abuse counseling notes (SAC)
and psychosocial rehabilitation (RPS) using CARELOGIC.
Thomas Realty 2006-2008
Realtor/ Broker Associate/ Appraiser Pickens, SC
• Program Management: Used in-depth knowledge of state and federal building codes, zoning
bylaws, fair housing legislation, and environmental safety, fire safety, and lead safety
regulations in supporting company’s mission and function and in providing diverse clientele
advice and guidance.
• Compliance: Stayed abreast of federal and state income tax regulations, local zoning
ordinances, building and tax laws, and potential business growth in designated areas.
• Interpersonal Skills and Customer Service:
◦ Fostered mutually supportive work environment focused on providing exemplary customer
service.
◦ Established win-win situation with clients based on collaborative problem-solving, and
resolved issues with tact and diplomacy.
◦ Expertly applied enterprising problem-solving abilities, consummate business
communications skills, and value-added customer service in examining type and location of
nearby services to assess their impact.

3. Community Involvement
2012 S.H.I.N.E. Stopping Hunger in Nearby Easley – Cook, Server
2012 Greenville Natural History Society – Hiking Planner and Guide
2011 City PAWS – Pet Friendly Social Events- Event Organizer, Guide, Animal Advocacy
2011 Daily Bread Ministries – Soup Kitchen Server
2010 SCORE Nonprofit Organization for Small Businesses - Volunteer Counselor
2004 Greater Easley, Pickens, and Charleston Metro Area Chambers of Commerce Membership Drive
2004 Habitat for Humanity Greenville, South Carolina, Goose Creek, South Carolina
1998 First Baptist Church Goose Creek, South Carolina Benevolence- Ministry Leader (3 years)
Memberships
2014 National Association of Social Workers (NASW) - Member
2005 NACHI International Association of Professional Home and Commercial Property Inspectors
-Member
2004 Greenville South Carolina Leads Association - Member
2004 Greater Easley, Pickens, and Charleston Metro Area Chambers of Commerce - Member
1998 Promotional Products Association International - Member
2003 The National Association of Realtors - Member
2003 Greater Greenville Association of Realtors - Member
Seminars and Workshops
2014 Complicated & Disenfranchised Grief Training Thomas McAfee Funeral Home Event
2013 Trauma Informed Care Certification Training

4. References
Lacey Morgan, LISW-CP, CAC II, SAP
Director of Intensive Outpatient Services
Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County
309 E Main St, Pickens, SC 29671
Phone: (864) 898-5800
Email: lmorgan@bhspickens.com
Terrell Jones, MSW
Director of Bereavement Services
101 Grace Dr, Easley, SC 29640
Phone: (864) 269-3725
Email: tjones1@arkhospice.net
Michael Thomas
Thomas Realty and Appraisals
Owner - Broker-in-Charge
500 W Main St, Pickens, SC 29671
Phone: 864-898-1777
Email: thomas_realty@bellsouth.net