MICHELLE RICHARDSON
Social Work Student
423 S. Yantic Ave. Bremerton,WA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate individual motivated to gain real world understanding of the problems children face. Well-versed at liaising with clients to foster access to community resources, treatment and assistance programs. Compassionate and driven with unfailing work ethic and passion for helping others. Worked with community organizations to support at-risk children and families with needed resources and services.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Coordinator
Valhalla Dental
Poulsbo , Washington
08.2014 - 02.2016
- Established rapport and relationships with patients and external partners to cross-train and support dental staff.
- Reviewed each step of patient care and made proactive adjustments to avert issues.
- Managed prescriptions by sending electronic requests for new medications and refills.
- Developed strategic relationships with general practitioners and coworkers to build strong network.
- Worked with patients and families to develop future plans and discuss care actions.
- Explained upcoming treatment preparation, instructions and other facts to patients.
- Encouraged patients to schedule recommended tests and procedures.
English Teacher
Self-Employed
Tokyo, Japan
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Teacher to 15 students, age 3-75
- Developed and executed individual learning pathways for optimal study and English mastery
- Used current events and social situations to emphasize learning
- Worked as a minority in an Asian country, faced prejudice and worked through racism towards myself.
Dental Assistant and Dental Office Manager
Valhalla Dental, ET AL
, Washington State
06.2004 - 03.2011
- Provided services in a professional setting for patients of all ages.
- Worked with women, children, adolescents, immigrants, and low income communities.
- Advocated for treatment and services.
- Conferred with insurances and other service providers to coordinate benefits, treatment and needs of patients.
Sunday school teacher
Living Word Christian Center
Silverdale, WA
01.2008 - 02.2011
- Provided group education services, and emotional support for 20+ children ages 7-10 weekly
- Created and executed learning plans
- Developed skills working with children from all backgrounds and abilities (homelessness, mental health issues, poverty, special needs).
Education
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work
University of Washington Tacoma
Tacoma, WA 10.2021 - Current
Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration - Health Care Administration
University of Phoenix
General Education - undefined
Olympic College
Certificate in Dental Assisting - undefined
Bryman College
General Education - undefined
Washington State University
undefined
North Mason High School
Skills
Verbal and written communication
Flexible and Adaptable
First Aid/CPR
Critical Thinking
Family collaboration
Resource advocacy
IEP understanding
Special needs
Life Experience
Special Needs Parent 2015- Current
Advocates daily for 3 young children. Provides high quality of life via activities, learning opportunities, constant love and adoration. Teaching self advocacy and promoting individual growth. Supporter of communities of color. Continually expanding knowledge and advocating for on FASD, NAS, ADHD, ODD, Sensory processing disorder and other special needs as they arise. Furthers education via podcasts, literary work, conferences, community support. Familiar with WISE programs, IEP's, 504 plans.
Licensed Foster Parent, Community and Family Services Foundation, Port Orchard WA 2015- 2021
Fostered 20+ children, advocated, provided structured family life. Encouraged educational and emotional growth for families and children. Provided support for biological families and other foster families. Promoted healthy life choices and parenting choices for families and children. Worked with people from many backgrounds including low income, homeless, individuals with mental health issues. Successfully collaborated with biological parents, Social Workers, Guardian Ad-Litem’s, CASA, lawyers and commissioners to successfully support children and families in foster care. Completed 150+ hours of CE to maintain licensure.
Timeline
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work
University of Washington Tacoma
10.2021 - Current
Patient Care Coordinator
Valhalla Dental
08.2014 - 02.2016
English Teacher
Self-Employed
01.2011 - 01.2014
Sunday school teacher
Living Word Christian Center
01.2008 - 02.2011
Dental Assistant and Dental Office Manager
Valhalla Dental, ET AL
06.2004 - 03.2011
Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration - Health Care Administration
University of Phoenix
General Education - undefined
Olympic College
Certificate in Dental Assisting - undefined
Bryman College
General Education - undefined
Washington State University
undefined
North Mason High School