Rachel Armada, Licsw, Qmhp
About Rachel Armada, Licsw, Qmhp
Rachel Armada is a licensed clinical social worker and qualified mental health professional currently serving as a Providence Police Clinician at The Providence Center since 2020. She has a strong background in social work, having completed her Master of Social Work at Rhode Island College and gained diverse experience through various internships and positions in the field.
Work at The Providence Center
Rachel Armada currently serves as a Providence Police Clinician at The Providence Center, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she collaborates with law enforcement to provide mental health support and crisis intervention. Prior to this, she worked as an Emergency Services Clinician at the same organization from 2018 to 2020, where she focused on delivering immediate mental health services to individuals in crisis.
Education and Expertise
Rachel Armada earned her Master of Social Work (MSW) from Rhode Island College, completing her studies from 2016 to 2018. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from the same institution, which she obtained from 2011 to 2016. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in social work principles and practices, equipping her to address various mental health challenges.
Background
Rachel Armada has a diverse background in social work, beginning her career with various internships. She worked as a Social Work Intern at the East Providence School District in 2017 for five months, and at The Met School in Providence from 2016 to 2017 for another five months. Additionally, she interned at Connecting for Children and Families in Woonsocket from 2015 to 2016. These experiences contributed to her professional development and understanding of community needs.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current role, Rachel Armada held several positions that enhanced her expertise in social work. She was a Residential Counselor at Family Service of Rhode Island from 2016 to 2018, where she supported individuals in a residential setting. Additionally, she served as a Get Connected! Camp Counselor with AmeriCorps in 2015 for one month, focusing on youth engagement and support.