Cherie Key
Graduate Student, Master Of Social Work
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Social Work professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Clinical Care Coordinator • Case Manager
Touchstone Health Services
06.2017 - 09.2021
- Delivered social work services to Child and Family Services in home, telemed, and officesettings.
- Engagement in a collaborative process for effective facilitation of child and family team meetings (CFT) and Individual Service Plan (ISP) development, ensuring documentation was completed in a timely manner. This process included the child, family, and other providers, inclusive hospital discharge planners, Child Protective Services, the Department of Developmental Disabilities, and school-based teams.
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
- Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals.
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
Sitter • Behavioral Health Technician
PRN, Banner Health Systems
07.2015 - 05.2017
- Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
- Kept facility clean, performed basic maintenance and restocked supplies to support program needs.
Transition Facilitator
Southwest Network
Phoenix, Arizona
03.2013 - 08.2014
- Facilitated dialogue between participants, family and program workers to provide best possible program and individualized program.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Undergraduate Intern • Victim Advocate Intern
City of Phoenix Family Advocacy Center
04.2012 - 10.2012
- Provided comprehensive assessment, goal setting, and service plans.
- Supported victims, family members and witnesses through law enforcement, healthcare, and social services.
- Developed safety plans to meet victims' assessment of need.
- Liaised with members of justice system on behalf of client.
- Accompanied clients to court to clarify processes and procedures.
- Counseled individuals and families regarding physical abuse and cycle of violence.
Paraprofessional • Peer
Mentor • Estrella Mountain Community College
01.2010 - 05.2011
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Communicated frequently with students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
Home Care Training to Client (HCTC) Provider
Christian Family Care Agency
Phoenix, Arizona
12.2004 - 08.2009
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Participated in on-going CEU's required for this position.
- Annually renewed foster care license with the Office of Licensing and Regulation.
Education
Advanced Standing Master of Social Work Program - Social Work
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN 07.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Arizona State University, College of Public Programs.
Phoenix, AZ 01.2011 - 12.2012
Associates of Arts degree - Prerequisites For Social Work Program
Maricopa Community Colleges - Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ 08.2009 - 07.2011
Skills
Interpersonal skills
Proficient oral and written communication skills
Networking with staff, other organizations, and insurance providers
Intake, assessment, and diagnostic formulation
Organized
Timely submission of clinical documentation
Cultural Awareness
Flexible and Adaptable
Proficient with utilization of digital medical record, maintaining confidentiality, and accurate patient records
MS Office
Affiliations
- National Association of Social Workers
Hobbies
I enjoy gardening, nature walks, arts and crafts, reading, and furniture up-cycling.
Timeline
Advanced Standing Master of Social Work Program - Social Work
Capella University
07.2021 - Current
Clinical Care Coordinator • Case Manager
Touchstone Health Services
06.2017 - 09.2021
Sitter • Behavioral Health Technician
PRN, Banner Health Systems
07.2015 - 05.2017
Transition Facilitator
Southwest Network
03.2013 - 08.2014
Undergraduate Intern • Victim Advocate Intern
City of Phoenix Family Advocacy Center
04.2012 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Arizona State University, College of Public Programs.
01.2011 - 12.2012
Paraprofessional • Peer
Mentor • Estrella Mountain Community College
01.2010 - 05.2011
Associates of Arts degree - Prerequisites For Social Work Program
Maricopa Community Colleges - Estrella Mountain Community College
08.2009 - 07.2011
Home Care Training to Client (HCTC) Provider
Christian Family Care Agency
12.2004 - 08.2009