Jessica Gibson
Licensed Social Worker
Springdale,AR
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker well-versed at liaising with clients to foster access to community resources, treatment and assistance programs. Strong background in supporting client treatment plans. Compassionate and driven with unfailing work ethic and passion for helping others.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Oncology Social Worker
Hope Cancer Resources
Springdale, Arkansas
06.2021 - Current
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
- Coordinated program referrals for community-based resources.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Completed detailed charts to summarize interactions with patients and booked follow-up sessions.
Internship Experience
Childers Knapp Elementary School
Springdale, Arkansas
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni and administration.
- Collaborated with teachers to define therapy objectives and analyze progress.
- Empowered students through skill-building exercises.
- Identified cases of domestic abuse or other family problems and encouraged students or parents to seek additional assistance from mental health professionals.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational situations.
Internship Experience
Arkansas Department Of Human Services DCFS
Huntsville, Arkansas
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Education
Bachelor's of Social Work - Social Work
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 08.2017 - 05.2021
Minor - Child Advocacy
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, ARSkills
Case management
Confidential case documentation
Compassionate
Psychosocial assessments expert
Referrals and networking
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Client needs assessments
Written and verbal communication
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent Communication
Active Listening
Good Telephone Etiquette
Flexible and Adaptable
Critical Thinking
Timeline
Internship Experience
Childers Knapp Elementary School
08.2021 - 12.2021
Oncology Social Worker
Hope Cancer Resources
06.2021 - Current
Internship Experience
Arkansas Department Of Human Services DCFS
01.2021 - 05.2021
Bachelor's of Social Work - Social Work
University of Arkansas
08.2017 - 05.2021
Minor - Child Advocacy
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville