Amy Barnard
About Amy Barnard
Amy Barnard is a Licensed Behavioral Health Specialist at Highmark Inc. in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with over a decade of experience in the field of social work.
Work at Highmark
Amy Barnard has served as a Licensed Behavioral Health Specialist at Highmark Inc. since 2018. In this role, she provides behavioral health services and support to clients in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Her responsibilities include assessing client needs, developing treatment plans, and implementing therapeutic interventions. With over six years of experience at Highmark, she contributes to the organization’s mission of improving health outcomes through comprehensive behavioral health care.
Previous Experience in Behavioral Health
Prior to her current position, Amy Barnard worked at Heritage Valley Health System as a Blended Service Coordinator from 2016 to 2018. In this capacity, she coordinated services for individuals with behavioral health needs. Before that, she spent seven years at Family Behavioral Resources as a Clinical Supervisor from 2010 to 2017, where she oversaw clinical staff and ensured the delivery of effective behavioral health services.
Education and Expertise
Amy Barnard holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Pittsburgh, which she earned from 2007 to 2010. She also obtained a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, completing her studies from 2000 to 2005. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in social work principles and practices, enhancing her expertise in behavioral health.
Background in Social Work
Amy Barnard has a robust background in social work, with a focus on behavioral health. Her career spans over a decade, during which she has gained experience in various roles within the field. This includes her work as a Clinical Supervisor and Blended Service Coordinator, where she developed skills in client assessment, treatment planning, and service coordination.