Jerry Brookins
Grayson,GA
Summary
Graduate of Master of Science in Social Work who has demonstrated a strong work ethic by studying consistently throughout college while proactively balancing various jobs to gain valuable, hands-on healthcare experience. Capable of performing counseling sessions, case studies, and mediations to assist clients with handling everyday life issues caused by neglect, abuse, domestic violence, mental health, or substance abuse. Adept at diagnosing and treating mental, behavioral, and emotional concerns through psychosocial assessments and initial interviews. Strategically prioritize, coordinate, and manage multiple projects to optimize productivity and achieve critical performance goals in positive client / patient outcomes. Dynamic communication and interpersonal relation skills with a continual commitment to communicating crisis intervention, signs of abuse, or other client issues with management and coworkers. Adept at quickly earning trust, confidence, and respect to cultivate positive relationships that lead to increases in satisfaction, retention, and repeat business.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Appraisal Trainee
2Vets Appraisals
- Gather information on properties nearby to help make value determination of subject property
- Research land, property and mark value for estimate
- Inspected new and existing properties and noted distinctive characteristics
- Performed appraisals in line with federal requirements and USPAP Guidelines
- Took photographs of interior and exterior of property and land for proper documentation
- Completed inspection of properties and property improvements to determine value
- Inspected property firsthand, collected measurements and reviewed historical documents for thorough evaluation
Case Management
Piedmont Healthcare
- Discharge Planning
- Anticipate patients complex medical needs at time of discharge
- Assess patient medical insurance and work with insurers and providers to ensure the best care is delivered
- Set-up in home aftercare if needed at time of discharge
- Complete DMA-6 if patient needs nursing home care
Surgical Tech
Piedmont Healthcare
- Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
- Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
- Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
- Set up a sterile and sanitary environment and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
- Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables to prevent injury to patient and personnel
- Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
- Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis
- Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
- Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
- Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment
Surgical Tech
Piedmont Hospital
01.2018 - Current
- Control ordering and inventory to maintain optimal stock levels of supplies required for surgical intervention
- Maintain the overall cleanliness and sterilization of the OR environment to maximize patient safety and wellness
- Compassionately prepare, position, and re-position patients for surgical treatment and procedures
- Closely monitor patient vital signs during surgery and report inconsistencies to medical professionals
- Provide valuable training and guidance to new surgical techs
- Carefully collect, label, and distribute patient specimens to appropriate healthcare personnel
- Consistently ensure compliance with state, federal, and departmental safety regulations
Residential Appraiser
2Vets Appraisals
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with real estate agents to gather relevant data for appraising properties in a timely manner.
- Streamlined appraisal process with the implementation of efficient data collection methods and research techniques.
- Assisted in resolving valuation disputes by providing expert testimony at legal hearings or mediation sessions.
- Improved property valuation accuracy by conducting thorough on-site inspections and utilizing advanced appraisal software.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing prompt, detailed, and accurate residential appraisals.
- Developed comprehensive reports for clients that included market trends, neighborhood analysis, and comparable sales data.
- Conducted extensive research on market conditions and trends to provide accurate property valuations for various types of residential properties.
- Reviewed historical sales data to identify patterns that impacted current property values accurately.
- Inspected new and existing properties and noted distinctive characteristics.
- Took photographs of interior and exterior of buildings to properly document features and conditions.
- Gathered information on nearby properties to compare and help make value determinations on properties.
- Performed appraisals in line with federal requirements and USPAP guidelines.
- Maintained current understanding of lender requirements and documentation guidelines.
Social Work Intern
Dismas Charities
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Conduct thorough psychosocial assessments and initial interviews to evaluate the needs, requirements, and goals of incoming BOP residents
- Offer the necessary resources, referrals, and community outreach programs for BOP residents to successfully rehabilitate and re-enter society
- Utilize CBT and solution-focused approaches to coordinate one-on-one and group sessions to achieve patient self-autonomy
- Productively manage relations with community resources to encourage their ongoing support and partnership
- Cultivate healthy family relationships while serving as mediator between family members
- Maintain accurate and updated records of patient interactions, follow-up sessions, and progress
Social Work Intern
Hospice
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Recommended areas of improvement across social work operations while attending patient care meetings, training programs, and other company-wide events
- Remained highly confidential when handling patient charts, records, and documentation
- Built long-term relationships with patients and families to maximize their support and communications throughout interval home visits and services
- Properly educated patients and families about community resources and assessment outcomes
- Worked collaboratively with licensed social workers in verifying client well-being, stability, and health
Surgical Tech
Baptist Health Care
01.2016 - 01.2018
Surgical Tech
San Antonio Army Medical Center
01.2012 - 01.2016
Neuro Coordinator
Sacred Heart Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Kept lines of communication open with 6 Surgeons to discuss schedules and room availability for large spine cases and other medical procedures
- Proactively identified and addressed equipment or schedule concerns
- Maintained appropriate stock levels of supplies and equipment while adhering to budgetary constraints
Adjunct Professor
Okaloosa College
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Productively managed community relations to encourage their ongoing cooperation with the program
- Strategically coordinated, planned, and managed student evaluations, clinical rotations, and daily lesson plans for the Surgical Tech Program to ensure students were receiving proper training in accordance with curriculum
- Generated reports for the dean that highlighted progress, event planning, and student development strategies
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Warner Pacific College
Real Estate Appraiser -
Mckissock Online Course
Master of Science - Social Work
Simmons College
01.2020
Skills
- Cost approach
- Case management software
- Aseptic techniques
- Highest and best use analysis
- Multicultural competence
- Multitasking and organization
- Client communication
- Case management understanding
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Land valuation
- Client advocacy
- Data entry
- Curriculum creation
- Complex case management
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Verbal communication
- Life skills development
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Income approach
- Surgical assistance
- Data collection techniques
- Self-care strategies
- Classroom management
- MS office
- Equipment set up
- Individual counseling
- Project coordination
- Valuation techniques
- Continuing education commitment
- Behavior modification
- Discretion and confidentiality
- Diversity awareness
- Property inspection
- Case management
- Basic life support
- Real estate valuation
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
- Achieved Licening by completing traing with accuracy and efficiency.
Profile Of Qualifications
Georgia Real Estate Appraisers License, 430034, Conduct formal appraisals of real property or land before it is sold, mortgaged, taxed, insured, or developed., Evaluate property to establish market values and property ratings using internal and external sources., Make on-site visits, inspecting property and interviewing clients when appropriate., Demonstrated strong work ethic by studying consistently throughout college while balancing various jobs., Capable of performing counseling sessions, case studies, and mediations., Adept at diagnosing and treating mental, behavioral, and emotional concerns., Strategically prioritize, coordinate, and manage multiple projects., Dynamic communication and interpersonal relation skills., Adept at quickly earning trust, confidence, and respect.
Certification
- National Uniform Licensing and Certification Examinations – The Conference of State Bank Supervisors and the American Association of Residential Mortgage Regulators.
Timeline
Residential Appraiser
2Vets Appraisals
02.2022 - 01.2023
Social Work Intern
Dismas Charities
01.2019 - 01.2020
Surgical Tech
Piedmont Hospital
01.2018 - Current
Social Work Intern
Hospice
01.2018 - 01.2019
Surgical Tech
Baptist Health Care
01.2016 - 01.2018
Surgical Tech
San Antonio Army Medical Center
01.2012 - 01.2016
Neuro Coordinator
Sacred Heart Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2016
Adjunct Professor
Okaloosa College
01.2005 - 01.2009
Real Estate Appraiser -
Mckissock Online Course
Master of Science - Social Work
Simmons College
Appraisal Trainee
2Vets Appraisals
Case Management
Piedmont Healthcare
Surgical Tech
Piedmont Healthcare
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Warner Pacific College
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